Kid-Friendly Private Florence Walking Tour: David & Gelato
Bring the fun to Florence on this family adventure including a carousel ride and paper making demo
Let our engaging guides keep your kids entertained in Florence turning your sightseeing tour into an unforgettable adventure for the whole family. Explore must-see sites like the Duomo, San Lorenzo Market, and the Accademia Gallery. Use time-entry tickets to see Michelangelo’s David before making a stop to taste authentic Florentine gelato. Each stop is designed for children including a paper making demonstration, a carousel ride, and a special prize at the end. Florence has never been this fun!
What You Get With This Tour
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Florence fun for the whole family!
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Guided Florence walking tour
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Timed-entry Accademia Gallery tickets
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Michelangelo's David
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Interactive activities and prizes for children
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Paper making demonstration
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Carousel ride
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Private group experience
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Gelato
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Food and drink
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Duomo entry
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins at Piazza San Marco
Meet your guide at the central statue in Piazza San Marco to start your family adventure. Gather with your host, receive a brief overview of the activities ahead, and head straight toward the gallery entrance. -
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See David at the Accademia
Enter the Accademia Gallery with timed-entry tickets to view the massive 16th-century marble masterpiece. Learn how Michelangelo carved the impressive figure from a single block of marble while kids search for fun details on the statue. -
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Explore Mercato Centrale and watch papermaking
Stroll through the lively food stalls of Mercato Centrale and visit an adjacent artisan workshop to observe traditional paper crafts. You will watch local makers shape decorative patterned sheets using historic 16th-century Tuscan techniques. -
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Design your own church facade
Stop outside the Basilica of San Lorenzo to view the unfinished exterior planned by Michelangelo in 1516. Your guide will challenge younger travelers to bring out their inner artists and help Michelangelo finish his design. -
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Stroll around the iconic Duomo
Walk up to the magnificent Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, towering over the city center with its famous 15th-century red dome. Admire Brunelleschi’s architectural marvel from the outside and examine the detailed stories carved into the bronze Baptistery doors. -
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Taste authentic Florentine gelato
When visiting Florence with children, gelato is a must. Make a stop at a local gelateria with your guide for a little break. While gelato isn't included in the price of the tour, it's well worth it. -
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Ride a 100-year-old carousel
After gelato, head into Piazza della Repubblica for a nostalgic spin on the historic fairground ride featuring brightly painted horses and carriages.This merry-go-round is an important historical site in Florence, and definitely something your little ones will remember the city by. -
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Your tour ends at Piazza della Repubblica with a prize
After having discovered all the secrets of Florence, it's time for your children to collect a well-deserved prize. The tour ends in this spacious central square, leaving you perfectly placed to explore nearby cafes and restaurants.
Additional Information
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Accessibility: As this is a private tour, the itinerary can be accommodated to be wheelchair or mobility accessible. Please contact us, after making the booking, to make the proper arrangements.
Please note: The itinerary of a private tour can be adjusted to your needs. Please reach out if you do not see a start time that fits for your party. We would be happy to check with our ticketing team to see if we can accommodate you.
Children Under Three: Children under three are free of charge. If you wish them to receive a gift at the end of the tour, please include them as regular "6 & Under", as we will require the payment.
Bag Policy: Please do not bring any large bags on the tour as they will be required to be checked at the Accademia Gallery.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.
Your tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Guided Florence walking tour
Timed-entry Accademia Gallery tickets
Interactive activities and prizes for children
Paper making demonstration
Carousel ride ticket
Private group experience
What to bring:
Government-issued ID
Gelato Cash
Comfortable walking shoes
Snacks
Water bottle
Camera
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Customer Reviews
We did the kid friendly walking tour of Florence with my 10 and 11 year old boys and they had a blast. Guido was the perfect guide and it was very nice to be solo and have our own schedule. He was very knowledgeable and great with kids!
We absolutely loved our tour guide, Guido! He was so full of passion for Florence and such a joy to be around. Hearing his excitement about everything made us even more excited and engaged throughout the tour. We were pretty tired at the start, but Guido’s energy completely brought us to life! We also loved being able to skip the lines to see David, which made the experience so much easier with kids. Our kids especially loved the paper making, the carousel, and of course the gelato. This was such a fun and kid-friendly experience, and we would strongly recommend both the tour and Guido to anyone visiting Florence!
A simple walk that turned into a fun learning time with our 3 kids. They stayed happy and us parents enjoyed Florence calmly. We all learned a lot and highlyr recommend this tour! Thank you Flavia!
This became part of our trip story rather than a checklist activity. Our children actually enjoyed the tour and learned a lot. We liked how effortless and natural the experience felt.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I don't see any availability?
If you are trying to make a booking up to two weeks in advance, the website will show no availability. However, feel free to contact us and we will do our best to accommodate you.
I'd like to go on this tour at a different time. What should I do?
If you need this tour to start at a different time, just reach out and let us know. We'll do our best to accommodate you.
Is gelato included in the tour price?
Food is not included in the tour price. We suggest bringing a little cash with you so you can treat yourself to some delicious Florentine gelato.
Do we get to go inside the Duomo?
This tour includes a visit to the outside of the Duomo and a chance to see the Baptistry Doors. You won't go inside because it would take up too much time during your tour, but we do offer a separate Florence Duomo and Dome Climb Tour.
Do I have to pay for kids younger than three years old?
Children under three are free of charge. If you wish them to receive a gift at the end of the tour, please include them as regular "6 & Under", as we will require the payment.
Does this tour include entry at the Accademia?
Yes! You will follow your guide inside with timed entry tickets for a guided tour and view of the David.
