Visit the Uffizi Gallery, one of the oldest in the world. Learn all about the inside stories behind some of the most notable art masterpieces in the world from your guide.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
Duration 1.5 - 2 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Skip the line through a separate entrance
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Live tour guide: English, German, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Spanish, French
Wheelchair accessible
Private or small groups available

Highlights

Save time with a guided tour
Discover the oldest museum in the world
Learn the inside stories behind the greatest Renaissance masterpieces

Full description

The Uffizi Gallery is a must-see when visiting Florence. Built in 1560 and known as the world's oldest museum, it was designed by the famous renaissance architect Giorgio Vasari. The grand duke of Tuscany Cosimo I de Medici decided to re-establish the authority of the Medici family.

After Cosimo I eliminated most of his rivals, he gave an office to the rest to keep an eye on them. In fact, Uffizi means offices. After his death, his children lost interest in politics. His eldest son, Francesco I, brought his private collection of artworks and made the Uffizi his private museum.

On this tour Uffizi tour, save time but also learn inside stories behind some of the most notable masterpieces conserved in Florence.

After your tour, enjoy some refreshments in the cafeteria on the Uffizi Gallery's terrace. Take in the unique views of the city, relax and take pictures.

Includes

Skip-the-Line tickets
Live guide
Headsets and earpieces
Welcome coffee
Luggage deposit

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Reinforced Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Reinforced Green Passes can only be obtained by uploading either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months to either the Green Pass or Covid Certificate app
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)

Meeting point

Meeting point varies depending on option booked.

Important information

What to bring

Passport or ID card for children

Know before you go

Starting August 6, 2021 entry to the Uffizi Gallery is possible for those with a Green Pass vaccination certificate
Please note: you will be entering through the priority line and may experience a short wait due to high season

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4.8 /5

based on 1201 reviews

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The Travel Guide (Sylvia) was excellent. The company is a bit all over the place, and the office staff were somewhat rude. Still during crowded times, probably the best way to see the Uffizi. The art work and history of Florence were expertly explained and made the experience all that much better.

December 29, 2021

Julia was super fluent in English, and a great story teller! Although there were a lot of information to digest, she made it really easy to understand and we came out of the tour knowing much more about the history of Florence and the Medici family. She kept the whole 2 hours interesting and informative, 10/10 would recommend!

December 11, 2021

Julia was our tour guide and was very helpful and informative when showing us all the artwork in the Uffizi. She detailed the history of Florence through the artwork and gave us great insights! Overall, it was a wonderful experience and would recommend this to anyone wishing to see Florentine artwork

December 1, 2021

Florence: Skip-the-Line Uffizi Small Group Tour

Florence: Skip-the-Line Uffizi Small Group Tour

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