This half-day private guided tour from Florence will take you to discover the town of Fiesole and the green hills that surround Florence: the best opportunity to admire the beautiful landscapes of the countryside, just a few kilometers from the centre of Florence.
Join this unique half-day private guided tour departing from Florence and discover the town of Fiesole, a small hill town with Etruscan roots just a few kilometers from the centre of Florence.
Depart from Florence in total relax: your private driver and guide will pick you up from your accommodation. This half-day private guided tour to Fiesole and florentine hills is the best way to take a break from the hectic pace of urban life and relax in the quiet countryside, with its breathtaking views and fresh air.
Your fantastic eXPerience begins in Piazzale Michelangelo, a famous city square where you can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of Florence and its most important monuments: the perfect place to start the tour with some terrific pictures!
Your half-day private guided tour will continue to Fiesole, a Tuscany’s gem that overlooks the valley of Florence, characterized by gentle rolling hills and vineyards. Here you can visit the Mino da Fiesole Square where is located the Cathedral of St. Romulus, a splendid example of Romanesque architecture, decorated with beautiful frescoes.
Finally, the tour of Fiesole will take you to the ancient residence of the Medici family, Villa La Petraia, that will welcome you with its magnificent flower garden and its fountains, the frescoed courtyard rooms and the magical atmosphere from the nineteenth-century.
Centuries of history have transformed the Villa La Petraia into a worthy royal dwelling: from the Medici lineage has passed to the Lorraine family and, finally, to the king of Italy, Vittorio Emanuele II, who during his years in Florence loved to spend his time relaxing and enjoying this place out of time.
And just as Vittorio Emanuele II did, you too will fall in love with Fiesole and the green rolling hills that surround it: the perfect eXPerience for an exciting day trip for those who want to stay take a break from the city, without going too far. At the end of the day, your private driver will drop you off at your accommodation in Florence.
Discover "the gate of the Chianti region" near Florence, book the Tour of Impruneta town. Otherwise, If you are looking for an eXPerience that will make you discover the main attractions of the city, take a look at the Florence Walk and Talk Tour.
Meeting point information and local telephone numbers at your destination are included on your Confirmation Voucher.
We suggest you to wear comfortable clothes and shoes and an appropriate robe during visits to churches and museums.
During the booking, in the "Additional Information" page, write the name and address of your hote in order to organize the pick-up with the guide and the driver.