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Florentine Gondola River Cruise Experience
Sip wine on the Arno River and cruise by Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi, and more on a classic Barchetto boat
What's included
Passionate English-speaking guide
Arno River Cruise
Glass of chilled wine or soft drink
Barcaiolo skipper
Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and more
Maximum group size of 20
Food
Hotel pick up and drop off
Guide gratuities
Itinerary
Meeting point in Piazza Mentana
Aftering finding your local guide in a charming piazza, enjoy a lovely stroll along the riverbanks with your fellow group members
Barcaiolo driver
Your traditional Barcaiolo skipper will use a classic wooden pole to expertly navigate your barchetti boat down the Arno River
Arno River
Sit back and relax as you cruise down the stunning Arno River, passing by some of Florence’s most historic sites along the way
Florence
Take in the view from the water while spotting Florence’s most iconic landmarks, including the Uffizi Gallery, Duomo, and more!
Ponte Vecchio
Cruise under one of Florence’s most iconic landmarks– a stunning, historic bridge which dates back to the 13th century!
Glass of wine
Raise a glass of chilled local wine as you toast with your group members to an unforgettable sightseeing adventure!
Return back to the meeting point
Once you’re back on dry land, say goodbye to your friendly guide and driver and then continue exploring Florence’s landmarks on your own
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Start times are in the product’s local time
Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance!
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Meeting and drop-off point
Important Details
Though Florence is not a city of canals like Venice, travel by boat along the Arno River has been a way of life for many generations. You'll meet you engaging local guide by the riverbank, and along with a small group you'll enjoy a boat ride that takes in city views of the Uffizi Gallery, the Duomo, and more. You'll also pass under the famous Ponte Vecchio, along with some of Florence's other historic bridges.
With a traditional Barcaiolo skipper and knowledgeable local guide, you'll learn the history of these boats along with fascinating stories of the city.
Florence Barchetto Boat Tour
Your 45-minutes Arno River boat cruise includes:
Arno River Cruise on an historic wooden Barchetto boat
Views of Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and more
Complimentary glass of chilled wine or soft drink
Traditional Barcaiolo skipper
Engaging English-speaking local guide
Maximum group size of 20
Board Your Barchetto by the Riverbank
After meeting your guide near Piazza Mentana and enjoying a short stroll to the river, you'll climb aboard one of only four remaining original barchetti boats. Though the barchetto is similar to the gondolas of Venice, it has its own unique history gliding down the rivers of Tuscany. Your expert barcaiolo skipper will use the traditional wooden pole to navigate the vessel for your cruise along the river, and you can just sit back and enjoy the ride!
Cruise Along Florence's Arno River
As you gently ride the Arno, you'll take in some to the famous sites of Florence on this historic boat. Enjoy views of the Uffizi Gallery, Duomo and more, with stunning photo opportunities along the way. This Arno river cruise is a great way to see a different side to this beautiful city.
Glide Under Florentine Bridges Including Ponte Vecchio
The Ponte Vecchio, along with the Duomo, is one of the two great symbols of Florence. Merchant shops have lined this famed bridge since the 13th century. Originally, the shops included fishmongers, butchers, and tanners, however these particular goods caused such a stench in the area that Ferdinand I proclaimed in 1593 that only jewelers were allowed to sell on the bridge.
You'll cruise underneath Ponte Vecchio and also see other architectural marvels, the Ponte delle Grazie and Ponte della Santa Trinita. These great bridges are often overshadowed by the Ponte Vecchio but have their own great stories and tradition.
Enjoy a Glass of Local Wine Along the Way
As you're sitting back and enjoying the city sights pass you by, your guide will bring out some chilled local wine to celebrate the journey in style. Salute!
Not a wine drinker? Not a problem. Soft drinks are available too.