TOUR 18 Florence

 

Leaving Rome the coach goes North through three of the most beautiful Italian regions: Latium , Umbria and Tuscany. Arrive in Florence at about 11.30 am and go to Piazzale Michelangelo, to admire a fantastic view on the city and on the famous Ponte Vecchio. Continue to the historical centre and free time at leisure. After lunch at a local restaurant, guided visit on foot: Santa Croce Square with the homonimous Church , where Michelangelo and Galileo are buried. Stop at a leather factory and visit the Museum of Accademia , with the famous Statue of David by Michelangelo. The walk continues to Piazza della Signoria, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (visit) the beautiful Dome by Brunelleschi, the Baptistry and Giotto's Belltower. At 5.00 pm approx. departure to Rome with arrival at about 9.00 pm. Return to hotels or nearest point.