Florence Audio Tour: A Grand Tour of Florence's Sustained Grandeur

Florence Audio Tour: A Grand Tour of Florence's Sustained Grandeur

By AllTours Audio Tours

Self-guided audio tour of Florence. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.

Location

Piazza Vasari

Piazza Vasari Piazza Giorgio Vasari, Firenze FI, ItalyPiazza Giorgio Vasari Firenze Italy

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Highlights

  • In person

Refund Policy

No refunds

About this event

Travel & Outdoor • Travel

Above photo: leviathana, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

 

Embark on the Echoes of Elegance: A Grand Tour of Florence's Sustained Grandeur

A bonfire once roared in Florence’s heart, consuming more than wood and lighting fierce debate that still smolders today.

Trace that fire’s shadows on this self-guided audio tour through streets echoing with rebellion, vision, and spectacle. Uncover stories hiding behind monuments and arches most eyes rush past.

What drove Savonarola to challenge a city’s soul so violently that history itself seemed to tremble? Who watched from behind the Triumphal Arch as revolutions crept closer each night? And what unusual ritual took place in a piazza where almost no tourists linger?

Step after step, unravel Florence’s tangled web of zealotry and pride, scandal and forgotten courage. See grand arches and silent statues pulse with unexpected secrets as you journey from legendary unrest to tranquil corners.

Let the first sparks of curiosity lead your way—Florence waits for those bold enough to look beyond the surface. Start walking.

 

🗺️ Tour Details

  • Duration: 1 hour 42 minutes
  • Distance: Around 3.1 km (1.9 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 59min
  • Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Chiesa della Madonna della Tosse, Chiesa della Beata Vergine del Buon Consiglio, Dipartimento di italianistica

Experience the charm of Florence 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 Florence'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 Florence 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:

  • 🌳  Piazza Vasari (4min)
  • 📍  Cimitero della Misericordia (Firenze) (4min)
  • 📍  Via dei Della Robbia (2min)
  • ⛪  Convento di San Giusto alle mura (4min)
  • 📍  Viale Giacomo Matteotti (3min)
  • 📍  Galleria Rinaldo Carnielo (3min)
  • 🗿  Monument to Savonarola in Piazza Savonarola (3min)
  • 🎨  Dipartimento di italianistica (4min)
  • 🏛️  Palazzo ex-Nuova Italia (3min)
  • 📍  Chiesa della Beata Vergine del Buon Consiglio (3min)
  • 📍  Chiesa della Madonna della Tosse (2min)
  • 📍  Ponte Rosso (Firenze) (4min)
  • 🎨  Parterre (Firenze) (4min)
  • 🌳  Piazza della Libertà, Florence (2min)
  • 🏛️  Triumphal Arch of the Lorraine, Florence (3min)

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

 

🏛️ Additional City Topics

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

  • 🏛️    Roman Origins (1min)
  • 🏛️    Early Middle Ages (1min)
  • 🏛️    Second Millennium (2min)
  • 🏛️    Middle Ages And Renaissance (4min)
  • 🏛️    18th And 19th Centuries (2min)
  • 🏛️    20th Century (2min)
  • 🌍    Climate (2min)
  • 🌟    Florence Demographic Evolution (3min)
  • 🎭    Florence Municipal Government Structure (2min)
  • 🎭    Florence Boroughs Overview (2min)

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

 

Above photo: leviathana, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

Above photo: Sailko, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. 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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