Walking Tours of Florence, Italy
Unlike our modern cities, which are specifically built for transportation by car, classic ancient cities around the world were constructed with a simple method of transportation in mind: your own two feet. Those who have been to Italy will most likely tell you that it was not planned for modern traffic because of its old and winding cobble stone roads. Don’t be surprised if you receive warning in a city like Rome to watch out for cars and scooters while walking on the sidewalk–it’s not a joke, it’s great advice! In Florence, Italy, the so-called Cradle of Civilization, things generally run at a much more stately pace. Just visiting a church will give you a glimpse of world-famous art and architecture.
Touring on foot in this beautiful city is probably the best way to see the major sites of Florence, so look into walking tours. In a city with so much to see, getting out on foot is the best option for getting to really, truly see the city. Most importantly, Florence walking tours are great if you want to obtain a personal introduction to your objects of interest. Are you just nuts over Michelangelo’s art? In just one afternoon you can see lots of it and find out more about how it was created. Are you more of a foodie than an art aficionado at this point? Negotiating directly with the hotel may result in a lower price, or even upgrades. If you visit neighborhood restaurants and cooking schools you can learn about the many restaurants in Florence and sample great foods too.
Because there’s such an array of tours to pick from while in Florence, many find themselves opting for a scenic bus tour. Those who have trouble walking should look into this, but others should consider alternatives. Those bus tours are often expensive and the hop-on, hop-off option is a whole lot more than learning which city buses go where you want to be. It is important to note that there is a big difference between strolling along with your personal guide, a person who really wants to make sure that you are given new insights and that you get your questions answered, and having to sit in an air conditioned bus listening to a pre-recorded tour.
There is a blend of new and old in each corner of Florence so you will see Italian women hanging out their laundry on the narrow and winding cobblestone lanes and will also see modern streets with their arches leading the shops of some of the best clothing designers in the world.
If you hop on a bus with 50 other people you could lose the opportunity to experience those local sights.
Florence is best discovered on foot so that you can be free to uncover all of its enchanting treasures as your own pace.
Maurizio Carrozzo is an officially licensed tourist guide and offers private Florence Tours.
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