Experience Florence: All the top sights with 24 h hop-on hop-off bus tour

Discover Florence with Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour Florence

Florence City Tour with Hop-on Hop-off Bus Florence

Bus routes
Highlights
Opening hours
Get your ticket
Restrictions
Meeting Points

Welcome to Florence, the stunning capital of Italy's Tuscany region and one of Europe's cultural treasures! If you want to explore Florence, there is no better option than a hop-on hop-off city tour. This convenient and flexible way of sightseeing allows you to discover the rich history and fascinating culture of this city at your own pace.

The Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour Routes in Florence

Blue Line A - Historic Florence

The Blue Bus Route covers the main sights in the historic center of Florence and takes about 60 minutes.

Typical stops include:

the Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
the Uffizi Gallery
the Ponte Vecchio
Piazzale Michelangelo and
many other highlights.

Red Line - Botanical Garden and Fiesole

This Red Route takes you to less central, but still interesting places in Florence and allows visitors to explore the less touristy sides of the city. This Busroute takes about 120 minutes.
Typical stops include:

the Florence Botanical Garden
San Lorenzo Market and
Fiesole, a picturesque hilltop village with magnificent views of the city and an imposing amphitheater.

Equipment of the Hop-on Hop-off Buses

The buses offer WIFI so you can share your experiences instantly.

Audioguide on board is available in 8 languages. Use the audio guides to learn more about the city's history and culture.

Tours are flexible, so you can get off at the stops that interest you most and get back on later.

Buses usually operate from morning to afternoon, so you can explore the city at your own pace.

Free Sightseeing Experience App, perfect to see the real time position of the buses and the waiting time at each stop.

Highlights of your Hop-on Hop-off Bus Florence

24-hour ticket for your hop-on hop-off experience
Admire the majestic facade and stunning interior of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (The Duomo). Get out and explore the Duomo and the bell tower, from which you'll have a breathtaking view of the city.
Visit the Uffizi Gallery, this world-famous museum that houses an impressive collection of Renaissance art, including masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli and many others. A must-see for art lovers.
Stroll across the charming, shop-lined "old bridge" Ponte Vecchio, a Florence landmark. Explore the jewelry stores and enjoy the romantic atmosphere on the banks of the Arno River.
Enjoy a panoramic view of Florence from Piazzale Michelangelo, a viewpoint dedicated to the famous sculptor Michelangelo. This is the perfect place to take photos of the city and the surrounding hill country.
Immerse yourself in Florentine food culture and sample local specialties at the lively San Lorenzo Market, which is also a great place to shop for souvenirs.
If you have time, get out and visit the picturesque village of Fiesole on a hill above Florence. Here you can explore the ruins of Roman baths and an impressive Roman amphitheater.
Audio guide available on board in 8 languages: Italian, English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian, Portuguese.
Free Sightseeing Experience App, ideal to see the position of the buses and the waiting time at each stop in real time.

Opening hours of Hop-on Hop-off Bus Florence

Winter period:

6 November to 29 February Monday to Friday first departure at 9:30 last departure at 16:30 (frequency 70 minutes)

Saturday, holiday and from 23 December to 7 January first departure at 9:30 last departure at 17:05 (frequency 35 minutes)

How to get your ticket for your Hop-on Hop-off Bus Florence

To get your ticket for the Hop-on-Hop-off Bustour you have to pick up a voucher at the following adress:

Meeting Point to collect the ticket:
Slow Tour Tuscany
Lungarno Acciaiuoli 10
50123 FIRENZE

After presenting the Florence City Pass at this meeting point, you will get a voucher for the Hop on Hop off to be presented at the bus driver before boarding. You also get the map of the service with all the info (time table and stops).

Restrictions for Hop-on Hop-off Bus Florence

Passengers with Disabilities: Wheelchair users can board the bus if it has a footboard and a wheelchair space. While the bus is moving, passengers and wheelchairs must be safely secured with seatbelts, and wheelchairs must be locked in the designated space as per bus layout.
Domestic Animals: Small and medium-sized domestic animals are allowed on the bus if they are well-behaved. They must wear a muzzle and leash, or alternatively, be transported in a pet carrier. Animals with specific medical conditions preventing muzzle use must be carried in a pet carrier.
Baggage Policy: For safety reasons, large bags, backpacks, or bulky luggage are strictly prohibited on City Sightseeing buses.
The ticket does not cover drinks, meals, or pickup services.