Florence in a Day by High-Speed Train From Rome

An unforgettable day trip from Rome to the very heart of Tuscany by high speed train. Enjoy two guided tours to take in the “must sees” of Florence with a top-rated guide and still have time for exploring on your own!

Highlights

• Visit the magical city of Florence, cradle of the Italian Renaissance
• Skip the line and visit Michelangelo’s magnificent Statue of David
• Travel responsibly and sustainably with this train & walking tour combo
• Enjoy absolute comfort with ample leg room, Wi-Fi, restrooms and refreshments available during the trip

Tour duration

11.5 hours

Description

Board the high-speed from Termini Station and in just one-and-a-half hours you’ll set foot in arguably the most beautiful city in Europe, the cradle of the Renaissance birthplace of artistic geniuses such as Michelangelo, Dante Alighieri, Leonardo da Vinci, Niccolo Machiavelli, and Galileo Galilei — to name just a few. 

Enjoy a quick cappuccino in one of the Florentine piazzas as you make the short walk from Santa Maria Novella Station to the central meeting point for your first tour. Your local guide will unveil the great beauty this stunning city has to offer, from its Roman origins to its darker medieval era, and of course its role as the backdrop for the explosion of culture that was the Italian Renaissance. You’ll spend the morning in the footsteps of history’s greatest artists and thinkers as you stroll through magnificent Florence taking in Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo (from outside), the Baptistry with Ghiberti’s famous bronze doors, Santa Trinita’ and Orsanmichele Church, Ponte Vecchio covered bridge, the secret Vasari Corridor and much more. 

Enjoy a short break for lunch before reconvening for your guided tour of the Accademia Gallery where you’ll marvel at one of the greatest sculptures known to humankind: Michelangelo’s David. 

The massive sculpture of David is considered to be Michelangelo’s greatest masterpiece, the symbol of Renaissance splendor in Florence. Your guide will ensure fast-track entry to the gallery and give you a full explanation of how at just 23, the young Michelangelo was already the greatest-known and highest-paid artist of his time when he sculpted this iconic representation of the biblical hero David just before he slays Goliath. The massive sculpture stands 5.17 meters tall (17 feet) and was carved from a single block of Carrara marble.

“no other artwork is equal to it in any respect, with such just proportion, beauty and excellence did Michelagnolo finish it” -Giorgio Vasari

As your guide will point out, the Accademia Gallery is also home to many other masterpieces by Renaissance artists such as Botticelli, Paolo Uccello, Andrea del Sarto, and many others.

After bidding farewell to David, enjoy some time to explore this magnificent city on your own by strolling through the famous San Lorenzo market, the perfect place to shop for artisan leather goods, regional specialties, and traditional local items. Or perhaps you’d prefer to check out the Porcellino bronze wild boar statue in Mercato Nuovo, centuries-old botteghe and artisan shops scattered throughout the city, or some good old-fashioned people-watching while enjoying a gelato in one of Florence’s most beautiful piazzas. Have a look inside Santa Maria del Fiore, the Florence Duomo, and the heart of this Renaissance town. 

As the afternoon winds down you’ll make your way back to the station in time to depart for Rome (with memories of Florence to last a lifetime)!

Know before you book

• Total time in Florence: 8.5 hours
• Organized tour duration: 4 hours
• Free time to explore Florence: 4 hours

Know before you go

• Bring a hat and sunblock during summer months
• Bring water to drink
• Wear comfortable clothes and shoes

Cancellation Policy

• All cancellations must be received in writing. Cancellations made up to 48 hours prior to the start time will be refunded in full. No refunds will be made for cancellations with less than 48 hours notice or failure to arrive at the meeting point on time (no-show).