The Other Side of Florence: Oltrarno Walking Tour
Florence, Italy
Trip Type: Walking Tours
Duration: 3 hours
Have you ever ventured across the river in Florence? Let us take you there. We will start with a trail through the city’s most characteristic artisan neighborhood: the Oltrarno, which literally means “beyond the Arno river.” and we will finish in the stunning Piazzale Michelangelo, the best panoramic view of the whole city.
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Have you ever ventured across the river in Florence? Let us take you there. We will start with a trail through the city’s most characteristic artisan neighborhood: the Oltrarno, which literally means “beyond the Arno river.” and we will finish in the stunning Piazzale Michelangelo, the best panoramic view of the whole city.The Oltrarno area has been known since medieval times as the home of many of the city’s artisan workshops.
Here you can admire the typical streets of Tuscany with the characteristic piazzas where it is possible to feel the atmosphere of ancient times.
With this tour, for people who like to walk, we will take a route through the districts of San Frediano and Santo Spirito (where Michelangelo discovered his passion for art).
Afterwards, we will climb up to Piazzale Michelangelo, where you will have the best view of the city and the church of San Miniato, famous for the ice cream made by the monks as well as one of the few churches where it is still possible to listen to Gregorian chants.
A tour for active people who would like to discover a little more about the city of Florence accompanied by a professional and entertaining guide.
Here you can admire the typical streets of Tuscany with the characteristic piazzas where it is possible to feel the atmosphere of ancient times.
With this tour, for people who like to walk, we will take a route through the districts of San Frediano and Santo Spirito (where Michelangelo discovered his passion for art).
Afterwards, we will climb up to Piazzale Michelangelo, where you will have the best view of the city and the church of San Miniato, famous for the ice cream made by the monks as well as one of the few churches where it is still possible to listen to Gregorian chants.
A tour for active people who would like to discover a little more about the city of Florence accompanied by a professional and entertaining guide.
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