Total from£41
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Based on: 12 August 2026
Florentine Gondola Boat Tour
You will then get on board the “Barchetta”, the Florentine Gondola, one of the only 4 original traditional wooden boats left in Florence, conducted by a “Barcaiolo”, a true Florentine tradition holder that will guide the boat with his long-reaching pole.
No noisy engines, only the charm of tradition and the voice of your expert guide to unveil the secrets of the Arno river as you stroll on its calm waters and discover its history and the beautiful Palazzos that frame its ancient riverbed.
You will pass in front of the Uffizi gallery, the beautiful caretaker of many artistic historical treasures, pass under the unique Ponte Vecchio bridge and you will find out more about the mysterious Vasari Corridor.
You will also have the chance to discover the Santa Trinita Bridge and the amazing Palazzo Corsini.
The commentary is informative but very entertaining and may include a few colourful local stories. The tour is safe and very enjoyable.
After you meet the guide you will enjoy a nice short walk through Piazza Signoria and under the Uffizi Gallery, seeing the Ponte Vecchio (old bridge) from the bank, all the way through to the “embarcadero”.
You will then get on board the “Barchetta”, the Florentine Gondola, one of the only 4 original traditional wooden boats left in Florence, conducted by a “Barcaiolo”, a true Florentine tradition holder that will guide the boat with his long-reaching pole.
No noisy engines, only the charm of tradition and the voice of your expert guide to unveil the secrets of the Arno river as you stroll on its calm waters and discover its history and the beautiful Palazzos that frame its ancient riverbed.
You will pass in front of the Uffizi gallery, the beautiful caretaker of many artistic historical treasures, pass under the unique Ponte Vecchio bridge and you will find out more about the mysterious Vasari Corridor.
You will also have the chance to discover the Santa Trinita Bridge and the amazing Palazzo Corsini.
The commentary is informative but very entertaining and may include a few colourful local stories. The tour is safe and very enjoyable.
Holiday Highlights
Enjoy a delicious breakfast or a refreshing aperitivo, according to the selected optionSee and experience the splendour of this special city from the relaxed comfort of an old, gondola-style, traditional boat
Free subscription to the Food & Wine Club (25-Euro value), to access special discounts online on wine and typical products
