Uffizi Gallery tour with local guide
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With over two million visitors flocking in each year and a staggering collection of over 2,200 artworks on display, tackling the Uffizi Gallery solo can feel like diving into the deep end. But fear not – with a top-notch guide, you'll squeeze the most out of your visit. Francesca, one of our local expert guides, says, ‘I'm here to provide the backstory behind every piece you encounter in the gallery. You'll walk away with a deeper appreciation of the collection's ties to the Medici family, Renaissance Italy, and beyond."Fully exploring the Uffizi would take days, but this tour is your golden ticket if you're short on time. You’ll head straight to the museum’s must-see masterpieces, from Leonardo da Vinci to Michelangelo, Caravaggio to Botticelli. Local guide Francesca adds, ‘when you feast your eyes on Botticelli's, 'The Birth of Venus' and 'La Primavera,' filled with goddesses, rich symbolism and dreamy colours – you’ll feel inspired. Snap up pics of these paintings that started to shape the way people saw the world.’Get ready to soak in the essence of the Uffizi as your local expert breathes life into each artwork. You'll uncover the techniques, styles, historical contexts, and symbolism behind the artists who paved the way for one of the most famous periods in art history – the Renaissance. And if you've got a combo ticket, you'll have access to the Uffizi’s temporary exhibitions too – perfect for exploring at your own pace post tour.
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2 hours
Available in English
Important information
* When you choose a combination ticket you will have the opportunity to visit the following attractions during the five days following your guided tour: Galleria Palatina, Museo del Resoro del Granduca, Galleria di Arte Moderna, Galleria del Costume, Giardino di Boboli, Giardino Bardini, Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Opificio delle Pietre Dure
* Reduced tickets are subject to availability. In order to be sure to get in, it is strongly recommended to book one of the tickets available on our website for the date of your choice
* Please be aware that the admission fee for the Uffizi Gallery is €29 for adults 25 and over, €2 for EU citizen aged 18-25, while children under 18 years of age receive complimentary entry. The rest of the guided tour fee encompasses various services, including the expertise of a professional licensed and local guide, provision of radio guides (if necessary), customer support, reservation fees, and other related amenities
* The venue requires to provide the name and surname of each visitor; this information is mandatory for booking and entry to the Uffizi Gallery. If this requirement isn't met, it will not be possible to enter the venue
* The name provided during booking is final and cannot be changed as per Uffizi Gallery rules. To enter, each guest must present an identity document matching the booking name
* In accordance with the ticket sales terms and conditions, visitors are not liable for any presale fee
* We kindly ask you to review the visitor regulations on the official Uffizi Gallery website and ensure you accept and follow its guidelines
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