Fiesole Audio Tour: Villas, Vistas, and Voices of the Ancient Hills

Above photo: Hagai Agmon-Snir حچاي اچمون-سنير חגי אגמון-שניר, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Embark on the Fiesole Audio Tour: Villas, Vistas, and Voices of the Ancient Hills

Tucked into the hills above Florence, Fiesole hides a world where every villa holds a secret and every garden remembers history’s quiet dramas. This self-guided audio tour leads you off the beaten path, guiding you through elegant retreats and overlooked corners most travelers never see.

Why did German soldiers turn Villa Le Balze into a fortress as Allied shells rained down? What vanished treasures once graced the corridors of Villa Medici—lost in scandals no one dares discuss?

Could that oddly carved shell grotto at San Girolamo really have inspired a famous novelist’s twist? Each step carries you from philosophers’ midnight debates to whispers of rebellion and the murmur of artists plotting under cypress shade.

Watch Fiesole unfold through new eyes and move through time amid sweeping views and haunting beauty. Let curiosity lead—begin your journey among Fiesole’s hidden heights and let its mysteries reveal themselves.

🗺️ Tour Details

• Duration: 1 hour 17 minutes
• Distance: Around 2.1 km (1.3 miles)
• Audio Content: up to 37min
• Stops: 10 captivating landmarks including Villa Il Roseto, Archaeological area of Fiesole, Villa Medici, Fiesole

Experience the charm of Fiesole like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

🎒 What's Included

• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Fiesole's history to life
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

ℹ️ Important Info

• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!

📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Fiesole on your terms. It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

🎧 What is AllTours?

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:

• 🏛️  Villa Le Balze (5min)
• 🏛️  Villa Medici, Fiesole (1min)
• 🏛️  Villa San Girolamo (3min)
• 🏰  Episcopal Palace, Fiesole (2min)
• ⛪  San Francesco Convent (Fiesole) (2min)
• 🏛️  Basilica of Sant'Alessandro (2min)
• ⛪  Fiesole Cathedral (2min)
• 🏛️  Archaeological area of Fiesole (5min)
• ⛪  Church of Santa Maria Primerana (2min)
• 🏛️  Villa Il Roseto (2min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

🏛️ Additional City Topics

Learn even more about Fiesole with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

• 🏛️    Fiesole: history and transformation (4min)
• 🏛️    Martyrs of Fiesole (2min)
• 🎭    Twinning (1min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

Above photo: sailko, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.5. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Hagai Agmon-Snir حچاي اچمون-سنير חגי אגמון-שניר, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Donata Mazzini, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

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Above photo: Ettore Timi, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.5. Cropped & resized.

🌍 Available Languages

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  •  🇫🇷 French  •  🇪🇸 Spanish  •  🇩🇪 German  •  🇮🇹 Italian  •  🇵🇹 Portuguese  •  🇷🇺 Russian  •  🇯🇵 Japanese  •  🇨🇳 Chinese  •  🇳🇱 Dutch  •  🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  •  🇸🇦 Arabic  •  🇰🇷 Korean  •  🇸🇪 Swedish  •  🇩🇰 Danish  •  🇫🇮 Finnish  •  🇵🇱 Polish  •  🇨🇿 Czech  •  🇭🇺 Hungarian  •  🇬🇷 Greek  •  🇹🇷 Turkish  •  🇮🇳 Hindi  •  🇦🇱 Albanian  •  🇪🇹 Amharic  •  🇦🇲 Armenian  •  🇧🇩 Bengali  •  🇧🇦 Bosnian  •  🇧🇬 Bulgarian  •  🇲🇲 Burmese  •  🇪🇸 Catalan  •  🇭🇷 Croatian  •  🇪🇪 Estonian  •  🇬🇪 Georgian  •  🇮🇳 Gujarati  •  🇮🇸 Icelandic  •  🇮🇩 Indonesian  •  🇮🇳 Kannada  •  🇰🇿 Kazakh  •  🇱🇻 Latvian  •  🇱🇹 Lithuanian  •  🇲🇰 Macedonian  •  🇲🇾 Malay  •  🇮🇳 Malayalam  •  🇮🇳 Marathi  •  🇲🇳 Mongolian  •  🇳🇴 Norwegian  •  🇮🇷 Persian  •  🇮🇳 Punjabi  •  🇷🇴 Romanian  •  🇷🇸 Serbian  •  🇸🇰 Slovak  •  🇸🇮 Slovenian  •  🇸🇴 Somali  •  🇰🇪 Swahili  •  🇵🇭 Tagalog  •  🇮🇳 Tamil  •  🇮🇳 Telugu  •  🇹🇭 Thai  •  🇺🇦 Ukrainian  •  🇵🇰 Urdu  •  🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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