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Small-Group Golf Cart Tour: Michelangelo & Florence Hills

4.6 Great 2086 reviews
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1h 30m
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English
Free cancellation Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Shared and guided? in our Golf Cart Tours comparison. A shared cart with driver and tour leader past the old walls up to the viewpoints in 1h 30m at €69 per person; no hotel pickup. 4.59 from 2,086 reviews.

Trade-off: No hotel pickup; tips extra.

Last checked: September 18, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

A small group golf cart ride out of the centre and up into the Florence hills: past the old city walls, Porta Romana and Villa del Poggio Imperiale to the viewpoints, with a driver and tour leader for 1h 30m at €69 per person. Hotel pickup and tips are not included; children must be with an adult. Rated 4.59 by 2,086 travellers.

From the guide

Explore Florence's hills on a small-group electric golf cart tour, along exclusive routes that reveal breathtaking panoramic views and a quieter, more authentic side of the city. Following in the footsteps of Galileo Galilei, the experience blends art, nature and history, leaving the busy center behind. Departing from Piazzale Vittorio Veneto and crossing the San Frediano district, you pass the ancient city walls, Porta Romana and Villa del Poggio Imperiale, then climb to the olive groves of Arcetri, where Galileo once lived. The route reaches Piazzale Michelangelo, the city's most celebrated viewpoint, and the Basilica of San Miniato al Monte, before returning across the Arno over Ponte Santa Trinita, with its beautiful view of the Ponte Vecchio. Accompanied by a local driver and a high-quality audio guide, the tour comes alive with stories of the Medici family and Florence's scientific heritage. Photo stops and short walks let you fully enjoy the scenery.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00
Scheduled through July 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00. Scheduled through July 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 18, 2026.

What's Included

Golf cart
Driver
Professional Tour Leader

What's Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tips

Itinerary

Admire the grand southern gate of Florence and the marble sculpture Dietrofro... Stop 1
Admire the grand southern gate of Florence and the marble sculpture Dietrofront by Michelangelo Pistoletto standing proudly in the roundabout.
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Giardino Del Bobolino Stop 2
The Bobolino Garden represented an important source of inspiration for the astronomer and physicist Galileo Galilei. Even today, Bobolino remains an elegant and evocative place, perfect for enjoying beautiful views and for imagining the close connection between science and beauty, elements that have always been deeply intertwined in the history of Florence.
10 min
Villa Pian dei Giullari Stop 3
From the outside, admire the peaceful villa where Galileo lived under house arrest. Here he continued his studies and corresponded with his daughter, Suor Maria Celeste, while shaping ideas that changed science forever.
10 min
INAF Arcetri Astrophysical Observatory Stop 4
Glance at the romantic silhouette of Arcetri Castle, then face the hill of the Observatory — Florence’s window to the stars.
10 min
Piazzale Michelangelo Stop 5
End your tour at Florence’s most famous panoramic terrace, Piazzale Michelangelo, where the city’s domes, towers, and bridges unfold in a breathtaking view that captures the spirit of Florence.
10 min
Basilica San Miniato al Monte Stop 6
An exterior tour of Florence's oldest Romanesque church. Legends, symbols , and the stoy of the saint are recounted.
10 min
Villa del Poggio Imperiale Stop 7
See the elegant neoclassical villa once linked to the Medici family— a place of beauty, intrigue, and power overlooking the city.
10 min
Ponte Santa Trinita Stop 8
Considered one of Florence’s most elegant bridges, Ponte Santa Trinita isn't just an architectural masterpiece—it is your front-row ticket to the most iconic view in the city. Here is what makes this stop an absolute must on your itinerary: The Perfect Perspective: Enjoy a completely unobstructed, panoramic view of the world-famous Ponte Vecchio. From here, you can admire the entire span of the bridge, its charming suspended shops, and the famous Vasari Corridor stretching across the Arno River. A Photographer’s Dream: This is hands-down the best spot in Florence for photos. The bridge's wide stone walls give you plenty of space to comfortably pose and frame your shot, ensuring you get that flawless, postcard-perfect picture with the Ponte Vecchio right behind you.
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Departure & Return

Start point

Meet your guide in front of the main entrance of Hotel NH Firenze. The meeting point is a 10-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella train station, and is served by tram line T1 (Alamanni stop) and by the bus stops in Piazza Vittorio Veneto.

End point

Meet your guide in front of the main entrance of Hotel NH Firenze. The meeting point is a 10-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella train station, and is served by tram line T1 (Alamanni stop) and by the bus stops in Piazza Vittorio Veneto.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 69 / person