This Early Morning Tour of Florence is for the ones who like to enjoy sightseeing with no crowds before the city wakes up. I like to wake up early in the morning (there are many like us!) and I know how beautiful our city is at 7 am. Florence is a fantastic city to visit and to experience. The only annoying factor, that can really make the difference, is the CROWD. It’s like walking along a different street when it’s packed with people or when it’s empty. Undoubtedly, if you can enjoy a city with fewer people around you, you have completely different emotions. Your experience can be totally unique.
Our tour covers the main highlights of Florence. They are the Duomo Square with its Baptistery and Bell Tower, Repubblica Square (the old Roman forum), Ponte Vecchio, Signoria Square and its imposing Palazzo Vecchio (the medieval city hall). With our early morning tour of Florence at 8:15 we will be among the first visitors to Accademia Gallery. This is the most important Renaissance museum in Italy. At the opening time there’s no long line and the museum is really enjoyable. We will hear the tales of Michelangelo’s genius, who made at the age of 26 his famed David. We will also see his unfinished masterpieces, called Prigioni. There’s an unexpected museum inside the museum: an amazing collection of musical instruments belonged to the Medici family, in which we can even admire real Stradivari’s masterpieces.
This Early Morning Tour of Florence is also very good for those who like to take pictures. The light is much better and the squares have much fewer people. The contrast between the pure white of the marble and the intense blue of the sky is enchanting. At the end of the tour, we treat ourselves to a tasty Italian style colazione (breakfast) with some delicious pastries and a strong Italian espresso or cappuccino at a traditional cafe! You will also learn some lingo: macchiatone (small size cappuccino), deca (decaffeinated), pezzo dolce (piece of pastry), orzino (barley coffee)… There are thousands of expressions to talk about coffee!
What is the best time to visit Florence if I want to avoid crowds?
An early morning visit is one of the best ways to experience Florence with fewer crowds. This tour starts early, between 7:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m., and takes you through the city’s main highlights before Florence gets busy, creating a quieter and more enjoyable sightseeing experience.
Can I visit Michelangelo’s David early in the morning without waiting in a long line?
Yes. The Early Morning Tour is designed to reach the Accademia Gallery at 8:15 a.m., around opening time, so you can be among the first visitors and enjoy Michelangelo’s David and the Prisoners before the museum becomes crowded. Tickets must be bought in advance.
What can I see in Florence in the early morning before the city gets busy?
This Early Morning Florence Tour covers many of the city’s most important landmarks, including the Duomo, Baptistery and Bell Tower, Piazza della Repubblica, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio. It also includes a visit to the Accademia Gallery.
Is an early morning Florence tour worth it for photography?
Yes. Early morning is particularly good for taking photographs in Florence because the streets and squares are much less crowded and the morning light can create striking views of the city’s Renaissance architecture and white marble monuments.
What does the Early Morning Florence Tour include besides sightseeing?
In addition to exploring Florence’s main landmarks and visiting the Accademia Gallery, the tour ends with a traditional Italian breakfast at a local café. You can enjoy pastries together with an authentic Italian espresso or cappuccino while learning some of the Italian expressions used when ordering coffee.
