Florence: Private Golf Cart City Tour with Panoramic Stops

Summary

Florence’s art, history & street life from a golf cart seat

You’ll see Florence’s icons up close—from the Duomo’s wild dome to Ponte Vecchio’s golden shops—all without breaking a sweat. Your guide shares stories as you cruise hidden lanes and pause for city views at Piazzale Michelangelo. It’s relaxed, personal, and lets you feel Florence’s rhythm from street level.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll never forget the way our driver, Matteo, waved at a woman balancing two bags of oranges as we squeezed past the market near San Lorenzo. She grinned and shouted something in Florentine dialect—Matteo just laughed and said it was a compliment to his driving (I’m not so sure). The city felt different from the golf cart—closer, but also sort of dreamlike as we zipped along those narrow lanes, bells echoing from somewhere I couldn’t see. There was this faint smell of coffee and leather that kept drifting in, maybe from one of the workshops near Santa Croce.

We stopped in front of the Duomo and I tried to take a photo, but honestly you can’t fit that dome into a phone screen. Matteo pointed out details on the facade I’d never noticed before—even though I’ve seen it in books since forever. No church entry on this tour, but standing in the square with all those voices bouncing off marble felt like enough. Later we rolled over to Ponte Vecchio—so many gold shops glittering in the morning light—and then up to Piazzale Michelangelo for that famous view (it really does hit different when you don’t have to climb up there yourself). Bottled water tasted extra cold after the ride uphill.

The best part? The little things: catching bits of local gossip as we paused near Piazza della Repubblica, seeing kids chase pigeons while their parents sipped espresso, or hearing Matteo’s stories about Dante’s house and why everyone still argues about gelato flavors here. We didn’t go inside any museums or churches—just took it all in from outside—but somehow that made me notice more. Florence seemed less like a postcard and more like a place people actually live. I still think about that view over the rooftops at sunset; it’s stuck with me in a way I didn’t expect.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Florence golf cart city highlights

• Visit Duomo Square exterior
• Explore Piazza della Repubblica
• Pass Dante House Museum
• See Basilica di Santa Croce exterior
• Visit Piazza San Firenze
• View Basilica of Santa Maria Novella exterior
• See church of Amerigo Vespucci and Botticelli
• Cross Ponte Vecchio bridge
• Explore Santo Spirito neighborhood
• View Palazzo Pitti exterior
• Pass Vasari Corridor
• View Uffizi Galleries exterior
• Pass original guardian tower
• Enjoy panoramic views at Piazzale Michelangelo
• Visit Le Rampe del Poggi ruins
• Pass external sites
• See Basilica of San Lorenzo and Medici Chapels exterior

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included on this Florence golf cart tour?

No, hotel pickup is not included; you meet your guide at the starting point.

Does this tour include entry to museums or churches?

No entries are included; you admire sites like the Duomo and Santa Croce from outside.

How long does the private golf cart tour last?

The exact duration isn’t specified, but it covers major city highlights comfortably.

Is this Florence golf cart tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options are wheelchair accessible throughout the tour.

Are infants or young children allowed on this tour?

Yes, specialized infant seats are available upon request for families.

What attractions do we see during the golf cart tour?

You’ll pass landmarks like Basilica di San Lorenzo, Piazza della Repubblica, Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Galleries (exterior), Piazzale Michelangelo and more.

Is lunch or food included during this Florence tour?

No meals are included; only bottled water is provided during your ride.

What’s included

Your day includes a private golf cart ride through central Florence with stops at major sights like Piazzale Michelangelo and Ponte Vecchio; all rides are wheelchair accessible and bottled water is provided along the way for comfort.