Guided Tours

Uffizi Gallery Guided Tour

Name: Uffizi Gallery Guided Tour
Start: 2026-05-14T11:00:00
End: 2026-05-14T12:45:00
Location: Florence

Uffizi Gallery courtyard in Florence with visitors walking through.

Visitors observing paintings and sculptures in the Rubens Niobe Room at Uffizi Gallery, Florence.

Reclining marble sculpture in Uffizi Gallery with visitors in red-walled room.

Visitor viewing 'The Venus of Urbino' by Titian at Uffizi Gallery, Florence.

Duration

1 hr 30 min

Open today

8:15am - 6:30pm

Guided tour

4.4/5(6,614)

Valentina R

Family

Verified booking

Last week

The highlight of this visit to the Uffizi Gallery was the tour guide. Ms. Angela proved to be a capable and knowledgeable person, attentive to the surroundings, the people, and the schedule. She guided us through the various rooms, allowing us to appreciate the best features and details of each work, explaining the historical periods with great simplicity and ease. In short, a true professional and a lover of art history! Highly recommended

Stefania A

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Ms. Luigia, the Uffizi guide, leaves a decidedly positive impression, especially for those seeking an engaging yet well-structured tour. Her strength lies in her ability to describe the works without making the explanation feel heavy. She doesn’t just rattle off dates and names, but weaves a narrative thread that truly helps visitors understand the context: artists, patrons, and symbolism. She manages to make even complex artists accessible without trivializing them, which is far from a given in a museum like the Uffizi. On a personal level, she is an energetic and communicative guide. She handles the group with ease, maintaining everyone’s attention even during the busiest moments. She never intrudes on personal space, yet she is always present and ready to answer questions, even those not on the itinerary. One particularly commendable aspect is her flexibility: if she senses interest in a work or an artist, she lingers longer, adjusting the pace without losing coherence in the tour. This makes the visit less “standardized” and more tailored. If one were to find a drawback, the pace can sometimes feel a bit rushed, especially for those who would like more time to explore on their own. But this is also understandable, given the museum’s vast size. In summary, Luigia is a knowledgeable and engaging guide, ideal both for first-time visitors to the Uffizi and for those who want to delve deeper without getting bored.

Catia R

Family

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Vittoria was a truly excellent guide during our visit to the Uffizi. With great expertise and efficiency, she led us through the museum, making the tour engaging and never boring. Her explanations were full of interesting details and fun facts that enriched the visit, allowing us to appreciate the artworks and their historical and artistic context even more. A very positive experience that I highly recommend.

Ditte D

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Our guide, Chiara, took us on a historical journey back in time, explaining the history of Florence through the Uffizi’s most famous works. It was a simply perfect tour, full of details, anecdotes, and explanations that I would never have picked up on if it weren’t for her. Thank you, Chiara!

Tacey R

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Chiara is a fantastic teacher and tour guide. She provided both history and pertinent information about the artists, painting practices and details about the subjects, offering a comprehensive view of the period. It was a delightful tour. Dr. Tacey Ruffner

Ruth L

Solo

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Bruce was a great tour guide, so knowledgeable and passionate about Florence and the art. It was great not to have to wait in the long line up. And we learned so much! Would definitely recommend this guided tour to anyone!

Enjoy timed entry and step straight into the Uffizi Gallery to see art that emerged amidst political upheaval and papal patronage from the 14th to 16th centuries.

Gain vivid, in‑depth insights from a certified guide who links each masterpiece to the cultural shifts of Renaissance Florence, all in your language, so no nuance is missed.

Stand before Botticelli’s ethereal The Birth of Venus and Primavera and feel the drama in Caravaggio’s Medusa, alongside lesser‑known gems that shaped the course of Western art.

Choose a small‑group upgrade for a more intimate experience with 15 or fewer guests. Enjoy personalized attention and the freedom to ask questions as you uncover hidden gems of art history.

Timed entry to Uffizi Gallery

Expert guide available in English, Spanish, French, German or Italian (as per option selected)

Small group tour of 15 or fewer guests (as per option selected)

Headsets and earpieces

Access to Vasari Corridor

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Valentina R
Family
Verified booking
Last week
The highlight of this visit to the Uffizi Gallery was the tour guide. Ms. Angela proved to be a capable and knowledgeable person, attentive to the surroundings, the people, and the schedule. She guided us through the various rooms, allowing us to appreciate the best features and details of each work, explaining the historical periods with great simplicity and ease. In short, a true professional and a lover of art history! Highly recommended
Catherine M
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
Our Guide Manuela Corsi was AMAZING! Her passion for the museum and the artworks therein was inspiring. She made it unforgettable!
Laura T
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
Our guide was knowledgeable and gave us good insights about where to stand and look to best appreciate what we were seeing.
Dhivya K
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The guides in both tours were excellent. They explained the arts and were friendly.
Elisabeth S
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
The Renaissance artists: Botticelli, Titian, Michelangelo

Step past the queues and straight into the Renaissance, exploring the Uffizi’s masterpieces on a captivating 1.5–2 hour guided tour.

Getting started

Meet your guide near the main entrance, where your ticket is validated and headsets are distributed. After a brief introduction, follow your guide through a dedicated entrance to begin your gallery journey.

What to expect

Uffizi Gallery

Founded in the 16th century, the Uffizi was originally the Medici family's office quarters. Today, it is the cornerstone of Florence’s artistic heritage. Its halls showcase a remarkable collection of Renaissance art, drawing visitors from across the globe.

Features

Admire Botticelli's Birth of Venus, an iconic painting celebrated for its mythological subject and delicate composition.

Discover the early works of Michelangelo and da Vinci, including Doni Tondo, Michelangelo's only complete panel painting.

Explore the historic corridors designed by Giorgio Vasari, including the trademark U-shaped courtyard, offering insight into Medici-era Florence. Note that, however, this experience does not include access to the the Vasari Corridor.

Tours are available in English, German, Italian, Spanish, and French, ensuring accessibility for international visitors.

Prefer a quieter, more intimate visit? Choose the small‑group option with just 9 guests or fewer instead of the standard 14. Enjoy extra personal attention from your guide. Feel free to satisfy your curiosity with as many questions as you like.

What to bring

Valid passport or ID for ticket verification.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage.

Pets, except for registered service animals.

Weapons, sharp objects, alcohol, and drugs.

Accessibility

The Uffizi Gallery is wheelchair accessible, with ramps and elevators available throughout the building.

Accessible restrooms are available on site. Staff are trained to assist visitors with mobility needs.

Additional information

Please note that your guided tour is inclusive of your 29€ ticket fee.

The access to the Uffizi Gallery cannot be guaranteed unless the full names of all participants are provided in advance.

Each guest must show a valid government-issued ID or passport matching the reservation name, as name changes are not allowed after booking.

On the first Sunday of each month, entrance is free of charge, but tickets cannot be reserved in advance and entry is not guaranteed.

You will enter through the timed entry line, but you might be required to wait in the security line for a short while during peak season.

This tour may be subject to rescheduling or cancellation if the minimum participant requirement is not met.

Note: On International Women’s Day (March 8), all women enjoy free admission to the Uffizi Gallery, however, security checks still apply.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show a valid student ID.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.