Florence night walking tour: Legends by private guide

Walk Florence's squares and bridges with a guide revealing stories of the Pazzi conspiracy and Dante's Beatrice glimpse

A private 2-hour night walking tour of Florence led by a licensed guide in English, Spanish or Italian, starting from your central hotel. You move through Piazza della Signoria, cross Ponte Vecchio over the Arno, and reach Palazzo Pitti and Piazza del Duomo, hearing historical anecdotes and legends tied to the Medici, Renaissance art, and the city's literary past. Pickup from centrally located accommodation is included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each4 stops

1. Piazza della Signoria15m
2. Ponte Vecchio10m
3. Pitti Palace15m
4. Piazza del Duomo15m

Night walking tour of Florence

• Explore Piazza San Firenze and Bargello history
• Learn about Fra' Savonarola at Piazza della Signoria
• Cross Ponte Vecchio and admire Arno River
• Admire Palazzo Pitti and discuss Bianca Cappello
• Hear about Pazzi conspiracy at Piazza del Duomo
• Discover Column of Justice on Via de’ Tornabuoni
• Learn origin of wine windows at Finestra delle Belle Donne
• Visit Church of Santa Margherita dei Cerchi

The experience

The tour starts from your hotel in central Florence and moves on foot through the quiet streets and lit piazzas of the historic center. Your guide leads you to Piazza San Firenze first, where the Bargello's history as an early Florentine prison sets the tone for the stories ahead. From there you reach Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of the city since the Middle Ages, where the guide explains the Pazzi conspiracy and the execution of Fra' Savonarola at the stake: moments that shaped Florence's power struggles.

The route crosses Ponte Vecchio at night, letting you see the Arno and the city's reflection in the water from the 14th-century bridge lined with jewelry shops. You then walk to Palazzo Pitti, where the guide shares the legend of Bianca Cappello and the Medici's private world. The tour ends at Piazza del Duomo, where Brunelleschi's dome is illuminated and the guide recounts the conspiracy and murder of Giuliano Medici inside the Cathedral. Along the way, stops at Via de' Tornabuoni, the Column of Justice, Finestra delle Belle Donne (where the famous wine windows originated), and the Church of Santa Margherita dei Cerchi (where Dante is believed to have first seen Beatrice) round out the evening with layers of Renaissance intrigue and literary history.

The tour runs 2 hours and covers the major landmarks on foot. Earphones are provided if needed to hear the guide clearly in the evening atmosphere. Pickup from your accommodation is included if you're staying centrally. The itinerary may shift slightly depending on your guide's focus and the evening's conditions. All fitness levels are welcome, and the route is wheelchair accessible.

What’s included

• Licensed guide in your chosen language.
• earphones if needed to hear clearly in the evening.
• pickup from your centrally located accommodation.

Options for this experience

2 options

Italian19:00, 20:00 and 20:30

English19:00, 20:00 and 20:30

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Before you book

Lasts 2h, runs every day at 19:00, 20:00 and 20:30, from € 115 per person, with a live guide in English, Spanish and Italian, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 19:00, 20:00 and 20:30

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by ACCORD Italy Smart Tours & Experiences

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you want Florence's major landmarks and their hidden stories told by someone who knows them, rather than reading plaques or walking alone. The private guide adjusts the pace and depth to your interests, and the night setting transforms familiar squares into a different city entirely.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 12 years); Infant (under 6): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Pazzi conspiracy the guide mentions at Piazza della Signoria?

The Pazzi conspiracy was a plot in 1478 to overthrow the Medici family's rule of Florence. The guide explains how the conspiracy unfolded at the Cathedral during Mass, where Giuliano Medici was murdered, a pivotal moment in the city's political history.

Can I walk this tour if I use a wheelchair or mobility aid?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible and the route is designed to accommodate mobility needs. The 2-hour walk covers major piazzas and bridges on foot, and public transportation options are available nearby if you need them.

Why does the guide stop at the Church of Santa Margherita dei Cerchi?

The Church of Santa Margherita dei Cerchi is where Dante Alighieri is believed to have first seen Beatrice Portinari and later married Gemma Donati. Visitors leave love notes near Beatrice's symbolic tomb, making it a quiet, romantic stop for anyone interested in Florence's literary heritage.

Does the tour include a stop for food or drinks?

The tour focuses on walking and storytelling through the illuminated streets and piazzas. No meals or drinks are included, though you pass cafés and shops along the route where you can stop on your own time before or after the tour.