Uffizi Galleries Tour in Florence, Florence

Skip the long lines and let a guide lead you through one of the top museums in the world, the Uffizi Galleries. Renowned for its impressive Renaissance art collection, you’ll view some of Italy’s most important masterpieces. The Grand Duke of Tuscany, Cosimo I de’Medici, commissioned the building in 1560 CE and used it as offices for the Florentine magistrates (Uffizi in ancient Italian meant “offices”). Today, these rooms sprawl over 64,000 square feet (6,000 sq m), showcasing works by famous and beloved artists.

As you walk through the different exhibits, your guide will divulge interesting facts and fascinating stories. Learn anecdotes about the artists, including Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Botticelli, as you admire their work. In addition, your guide will reveal important symbolism and share background stories for a deeper understanding of the art and artists.

Unveil any mysteries behind these famous pieces, including the commissioning and subsequent creation of the art. You’ll view works such as The Birth of Venus by Sandro Botticelli, Portrait of Pope Leo X with Two Cardinals by Raphael, Annunciation by Leonardo da Vinci and Andrea del Verrocchio, and Venus of Urbino by Titian.

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