Take a day trip from Florence to captivating Venice. See St. Mark’s Square and the storied canals. Guided walking tour and glassblowing demo.
Visit one of the world’s most romantic and distinctive towns, consisting of 118 islands linked by more than 350 bridges: Venice. Leave Florence by GT coach or minivan early in the morning and head north. Once you’ve arrived in Venice, you’ll have free time to wander around your own morning. Then, on a romantic Gondola journey, find a hidden corner of Venice (own cost). You will meet your guide in the afternoon, who will bring you along the canals to explore the tight streets. In Piazza San Marco you will see the exterior of the main sights including the Sighs Bridge, Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica and the Campanile.
Top attractions in Florence
Uffizi Gallery
The Uffizi Gallery occupies entirely the first and second floors of the large building designed by Giorgio Vasari between 1560 and 1580. It is known throughout the world for its
Ponte Vecchio
The Ponte Vecchio (or Old Bridge) is a world-famous landmark of Florence and is also the oldest crossing of the Arno River.
Palazzo Vecchio
Palazzo Vecchio (The Old Palace) is today Florence's City Hall. It was designed as the Palazzo del Popolo, or People's Palace, and building started at the very end of the...
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Top hotels in Florence
Portrait Firenze
Portrait Firenze, centrally located in the historical city centre of Florence, walking distance from the Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery. With a spectacular view of the river Arno, the...
Hotel Leone Blu – Residenza d’Epoca
With a stay at Hotel Leone Blu – Residenza d’Epoca, you’ll be centrally located in Florence, steps from Museo Marino Marini and minutes from Salvatore Ferragamo Museum. This family-friendly residence...
Hotel Room Mate Isabella
Renovated in 2013, Hotel Room Mate Isabella is an elegant building from the 19th century on Florence’s designer shopping street, a 5-minute walk from the Uffizi Gallery and the cathedral....
