Cathedral & Duomo Area Tour – The Religious Heart of Florence
The Cathedral of Florence, the Duomo or Santa Maria del Fiore (Saint Mary of the Flower), is one of the biggest churches in the world and was begun in 1296. This Gothic Cathedral took almost 150 years to build and is still today an active church.
SS. Annunziata and the Orphanage Innocenti Tour – Devotion and Social Commitment in Florence
For most locals Piazza Santissima Annunziata is one of the prettiest squares in Florence and it has been a symbol of social commitment in town for centuries. For me the square is a bit special since I lived here for a short while.
Guided Tour of S. Lorenzo and Medici Chapels – A Family Affair
basilica of San Lorenzo into sort of a private church. This is where I live and it’s really amazing to feel the tide of history while I‘m walking the streets of my “quartiere”.
Market and Food Tour – A Bite of Florence
Are you curious to see what locals eat? Food and wine are holy matters in Italy! Join me as we discover my neighborhood, San Lorenzo, where I’ve been living since I moved to Florence. It’s a very lively area with a lot of smaller shops and local restaurants.
Chianti Tour with Wine Tasting – Living the Tuscan Landscape
Could you possibly think about something more relaxing than a day in the Chianti area? I believe not. This is a real Tuscan experience. The gorgeous rolling hills plotted with olive groves, vineyards, cypress trees and farm houses are simply overwhelming.
Siena and San Gimignano Tour – Experience Tuscany
Let’s go on a marvelous day trip to two Medieval towns which have preserved better than most their unique charm and ancient traditions, San Gimignano and Siena. Apart from the towns we will also catch a glimpse of the enchanting Tuscan countryside