The Uffizi Gallery is one of the oldest and most mesmerizing museums in the world. With your guide you will learn all about the inside stories behind some of the most notable art masterpiece's in the world.
About this activity
- 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 hours
- Starting times 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM
- Skip the line through a separate entrance
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese
- Wheelchair accessible
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
Experience
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 an absolute must when visiting Florence. Built in 1560 and known as the oldest museum in the world, it was designed by the famous renaissance architect Giorgio Vasari, but originally had a different purpose. The grand duke of Tuscany Cosimo I de Medici decided to re-establish the authority of the Medici family.
The great industries of Florence such as wool, silk, and banking had a huge influence on the politics in Florence. After Cosimo I eliminated most of his rivals he decided to collect the rest of them in one single building and give an office to each of them. In fact, Uffizi means offices. Cosimo's idea was to keep his eyes and ears on all of them. After Cosimo's death, his children lost interest in politics. His eldest son, Francesco I, brought his private collection of art works and made the Uffizi his private museum.
In this tour Uffizi tour with a professional guide, you will not only get the benefit of saving your time, but you will also acquire inside stories behind some of the most notable masterpieces conserved in Florence.
After your Uffizi tour, you are welcome to 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
- Bottled water
- Welcome coffee
- Luggage deposit
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Meeting point
Meet at the local partner's office at Via de' Martelli, 33r, 50129, Florence. Please be at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before the tours starts.
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card for children
Know before you go
- Please note: you will be entering through the priority line and may experience a short wait due to high season
