Highlights

Behold Michelangelo’s statue of David and other masterpieces at the Accademia Gallery.
Meander about the Piazza della Signoria, a main square that the iconic town hall dominates.
See the famed shop-lined Ponte Vecchio bridge that spans the Arno River.
Gaze out over Florence from atop the elevated vantage point Piazzle Michelangelo.

Description

OVERVIEW

LRN-AC2 Mobility Equipment

This excursion is for guests who are fully dependent on their mobility device. You will be required to supply your own wheelchair/scooter. Your mobility equipment (manual or electric) must not exceed the following dimensions: W 57", L 39", H 70".

Those guests that are companions, use a cane or walker, or have limited mobility issues must book the companion tour code LRN-AC1 ACCESSIBLE FLORENCE & MICHELANGELOS DAVID Companion

Explore the most emblematic and recognizable attractions in Florence, beginning with the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s exquisite white marble statue of David. You might also see Florentine Gothic paintings, a viola made by Antonio Stradivari and centuries-old religious artwork, all of which the guide will describe as well as the times in which they were created. Continuing on, you will visit the Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of Florence since in the Middle Ages. The Palazzo Vecchio town hall overlooks the square and its iconic tower has become the symbol of Florence. Ponte Vecchio bridge is equally well known, as it has been spanning the Arno River since medieval times. Shops have lined both sides of the bridge since the 13th century. Following lunch on your own in the Piazza della Repubblica, you will pause at the hillside Piazzle Michelangelo for one last look at the city.

The collection of buildings has been deemed a UNESCO World Heritage site for its influence on Italian monumental art from the 11th to 14th centuries. The site also served to further the sciences, as Galileo developed theories on dynamics based on his observations in the Duomo and conducted gravitational experiments from the top of the Leaning Tower.

The guide will elaborate on the historical importance of the Field of Miracles while you take in its architectural beauty. In the nearby National Museum of San Matteo, you will see works of art from various ecclesiastical buildings throughout the province. The pieces may include paintings of Madonna and Saint Paul and numerous medieval crucifixes.

You will next drive to the charming town of Lucca, which the Romans founded in 180 B.C. While little from that time remains, historical architecture is still Lucca’s most outstanding feature, especially its completely intact Renaissance walls. While meandering through town, you may notice an odd curve to some streets. The reason is that the buildings lining them follow the footprint of the massive walls that once supported a Roman amphitheater.

Special Note: This tour has a limited capacity; therefore, it is recommended that guests pre-book this tour as early as possible. This tour must be purchased no later than 7 days prior to the operating date. Cancellations made within 7 days or less are subject to a 100% cancellation penalty.

Please note: This tour is designed to use the most wheelchair accessible routes possible. This includes step-free routes, shorter distances and no stairs. Accessible restrooms with wide doors for wheelchairs are present along the tour route. The vehicle used on this excursion is adapted with an access ramp (or lift where available) to accommodate a limited number of wheelchairs and/or mobility scooters.

Guides are not allowed to push wheelchairs. Guests needing special assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied companion. Lunch/snack costs are not included.

The number of accessible vehicles is extremely limited. Guests are encouraged to make their accessible shore excursion reservations as far in advance as possible.

Guests wishing to utilize a wheelchair (manual or electric) on this excursion must provide the total dimensions (height, length and width) and weight of the electric scooter or wheelchair at the time of booking.

Helpful Hints

Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Disclaimer:

PLEASE NOTES: Tour includes step-free routes, shorter distances and no stairs. Accessible restrooms with wide doors for wheelchairs are present along the tour route. Vehicles are adapted with an access ramp (or lift where available) to accommodate a limited number of wheelchairs and/or mobility scooters. Guides are not allowed to push wheelchairs; therefore, guests needing special assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied.

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