Walking Experiences
Artviva Walking Experiences: immersive guided walks, rich storytelling and authentic cultural encounters across Italy.
Emperors & Gladiators – Private Rome Colosseum & Roman Forum Tour
Walk in the footsteps of emperors and gladiators on a private tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Your expert guide brings the drama, ambition, and power of ancient Rome to life as you explore its most iconic monuments. A captivating journey into the city’s origins, offering a vivid perspective on how an empire was built, ruled, and remembered.
The Best of Siena Tour
Be immersed in the history this most charming hilltop town, visiting some of its most picturesque places, including the unforgettable Piazza del Campo.
Hear about the fascinating lives of the powerful families that lived within the gothic, renaissance and mannerist-style palaces. From the fable of the Sienese wolf to the murderous tale of Pia de’ Tolomei, hear amazing stories behind this charming must-see town.
Murder & Mystery: Private Florence Evening Walking Tour
A relaxing evening walk around Florence’s most charming, fascinating and historic quarter, the Oltrarno, concluding with a pre-dinner drink in a spectacular roof terrace bar. Experience the dark, medieval past as it is brought to life during this unique exploration of the little-known but notable quarter of Florence.
The Original Florence Walk – The Best Private Florence Walking Tour
Discover Florence’s rich 2,000-year history on this Best of Florence private walking tour, where every corner reveals stunning Renaissance architecture, statues, and frescoes. See Florence’s highlights, including the Cathedral with Brunelleschi's Dome, the Vasari Corridor, and the Ponte Vecchio, while exploring medieval towers and grand Renaissance palaces. Stroll down famous shopping streets, and uncover hidden gems for the city’s best gelato and authentic Florentine dishes. Led by our expert, English-speaking guides, experience Florence's iconic sights with fascinating stories and insights along the way.
The Original Best of Tuscany Private Tour
Experience the beauty and authenticity of Italy’s most beloved region. Enjoy a full-day’s exploration of this stunning landscape on a private tour. Take in breathtaking views complete of endless vineyards and shimmering olive groves. This truly authentic experience will lead you through amazing medieval hilltop towns to explore the beautiful frescoes that adorn the walls of many of the local churches. Afterwards, sample some regional wines during lunch at one of the nearby traditional Tuscan estates.
Original Florence Walk & David Tour – A Private Guided Walking & Accademia Tour
Combine our two most popular tours in one with a journey through thousands of years in history. Our private tour will take you through Florence's must-see sites and attractions on foot, and ends with a visit to one of the greatest works of art in history - Michelangelo's Statue of David!
Best of Florence Express – Private Tour: Florence Highlights
Experience Florence’s Renaissance wonders with the best guides in Florence on this private highlights of Florence tour. Marvel at Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia Museum, dive into the artistic treasures of the Uffizi Gallery, and enjoy a guided walk through Florence’s historic center, discovering iconic landmarks and hidden gems. With captivating stories and personal insights, this tour offers a truly immersive journey into the heart of Florence.
Milan Fashion Personal Shopping Tour & Wine Tasting
Discover Milan’s style capital on a guided walk through the Quadrilatero della Moda, exploring iconic fashion streets, curated boutiques, and the elegant Palazzo Morando. Conclude your experience in a refined central bistro with a sommelier-led Italian wine tasting. A sophisticated blend of couture, culture, and flavour - perfect for travellers seeking Milan’s most fashionable indulgence.
Best of Milan Walking Tour with La Scala Opera House
Explore Milan’s most celebrated landmarks on a three-hour private tour led by an expert guide. Stroll through the elegant historic center, admire the majestic Milan Duomo, and discover the city’s most iconic monuments. Conclude with a special visit to the Scala Opera House Museum for a rare glimpse inside Italy’s legendary theatre - an elegant introduction to the style capital.
Capri and Blue Grotto Private Tour
Discover the island of Capri on an exclusive private tour featuring a scenic boat ride and a visit to the legendary Blue Grotto, renowned for its otherworldly blue light. Explore the elegant streets of Capri town, enjoy refined local cuisine, and relax in the iconic Piazzetta. With an expert guide, experience Capri’s beauty, history, and charm in true luxury.
Treasures of Taormina Tour
Discover Taormina’s most iconic treasures on a privately guided journey through its historic heart. Explore the ancient Greek Theatre with sweeping views of the Ionian Sea, stroll elegant medieval streets, and visit Palazzo Corvaja’s distinctive architecture. Conclude in the serene Villa Comunale gardens, surrounded by lush Mediterranean greenery. A refined blend of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery.
The Best of Pompeii Tour – An Exclusive Private Exploration
Walk the ancient streets of Pompeii with an expert archaeologist as your private guide. Explore remarkably preserved homes, vibrant frescoes, and hauntingly beautiful ruins that reveal daily life before the eruption of 79 AD. With insider commentary and unhurried pacing, this Artviva experience brings history vividly to life in one of the world’s most extraordinary archaeological sites. Transport not included to Pompeii.
The Best of the Capitoline Museums Tour
Discover the Capitoline Museums on a private tour of one of Rome’s greatest cultural treasures. Set atop the Capitoline Hill, this historic museum complex showcases masterpieces of ancient sculpture, Renaissance and Baroque paintings, and priceless works dating back to 1471. Explore grand galleries, Rome’s earliest public art collections, and the rich heritage that shaped the Eternal City.
Original Rome Walk: Private Rome Tour
Discover Rome’s timeless beauty on a 3-hour private walking tour through its most iconic landmarks. Visit the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, and the Pantheon as your expert guide unveils the city’s layered history and cultural charm. A relaxed, elegant introduction to the Eternal City’s highlights, perfect for an unforgettable afternoon exploration.
An Evening with the Ghosts of Venice – Venice Ghost Walking Tour
Discover the darker side of this medieval city on an evocative evening walk filled with chilling legends and whispered mysteries. As night settles over the ancient streets, hear tales of power, rivalry, and scandal that once shaped its fortunes. Your expert guide reveals the restless souls and haunting stories said to linger, offering a captivating glimpse into the city’s shadowed past.
Sex, Drugs & Renaissance Private – A Scandalous Florence Tour
Explore the tantalising history and drama in the history of Florence. You'll hear stories of scandal and infamy during this unique adults-only tour of the city. Fame and fortune of the Renaissance wasn't without its dark sides and you'll hear about the infamous reputations and epic rumors: From the outrageous lifestyles of the rich and famous to their crimes of passion, hear all the naughty details behind the names that rocked the world of this high society in Renaissance Florence.
Beautiful Views of Florence – A Private Walking Tour
Escape the bustling city center and discover a different side of Florence with breathtaking views on this exclusive private walking tour. Wander through the enchanting San Niccolò district, famous for its lively art galleries, artisan workshops, and some of Florence's finest eateries.
Livorno Cruise Ship Shore Excursion – Florence & David & Uffizi Gallery Tour
Sail into Livorno and step effortlessly into Florence with private round-trip transfer, a tailored city walk and reserved access to the Accademia and Uffizi. Admire Michelangelo’s David, explore masterpieces with an expert art historian and enjoy Florence at a comfortable pace. A seamless, curated shore experience designed to make the most of your day in port.
Livorno Cruise Ship Shore Excursion Private Florence Walking Tour
Enjoy an easy transfer directly from your Livorno cruise ship dock to Florence where you will be met by our fabulous highly qualified guide.
An exciting and fascinating walking tour that will take you through the cultural capital of Europe and through over 2000 years of history - past stunning Renaissance architectures, statues, and frescoes.
Livorno Cruise Ship Shore Excursion: Private Florence Tour & Leaning Tower of Pisa
Enjoy an easy transfer directly from your Livorno cruise ship dock to Florence with a quick stop in Pisa to see the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa Florence. You will be met by our fabulous highly qualified guide in Florence.
Flavors of Rome – Food & Wine Tour
Discover the authentic tastes of Rome on a private food and wine tour through neighbourhoods rarely explored by visitors. With your expert guide, sample classic street foods, regional specialties, and carefully selected wines that reveal the city’s culinary soul. A delicious, immersive journey into Roman tradition, local life, and the vibrant flavours that define its enduring cuisine.
Artisan Workshops Visit – The Original Florence Artisan Tour
Enjoy exploring the artisan workshops where Florence’s craftsmen ply their ancient trades on this Florence artisan tour.
Areas of interest to choose from include: Jewelry, silver handicrafts, fabrics, embroideries, tailoring, wooden furniture and restoration, paper, boxes and books, perfumes and essences, make-up and wigs, leather and homeware decoration.
Truffle Hunting in Tuscany with Lunch & Wine Tasting
What better way to enjoy a morning in Tuscany than with a truffle hunt in the Tuscan hills? Our expert truffle hunter will lead you through forests, so you can combine sightseeing and adventure all in one tour. Tour ends with a light lunch specializing in truffle flavored treats.
Duomo, Baptistry & Opera del Duomo Museum Tour
Explore Florence’s extraordinary Duomo complex with an expert guide. Visit the Baptistery, admire Giotto’s Bell Tower, and see the vast cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore with the ancient crypt of Santa Reparata beneath. Continue to the Opera del Duomo Museum to view Brunelleschi’s dome model, Ghiberti’s Gates of Paradise, Donatello masterpieces, and Michelangelo’s dramatic Pietà.
The Best of Florence Shopping Tour – Fashion & Artisans
Whether it's the styles of Italian fashion or the meticulous craftsmanship of local artisans, this shopping trip can be adapted to suit your desires. Indulge in a personal shopping tour with a local fashionista for a luxury and fascinating dive into Florence's shops. You can easily customise your tour experience by simply telling us in the note section of your booking what you are interested in!
Discover tips for the best stores, locations, the best prices and find the most unique items with our fashion-savvy shopping guru.
A Gentleman’s Tour – Shop, Style & Taste in Florence
Treat the men in your life with this unique tour of Florence curated for men. We’ll show you how the Italians style and tailor their clothes, what products they use for hair and skin and masculine scents as well as introducing you to the exceptional craftsmanship of hand-crafted items like knives, watches and gloves.
Best of Bologna – Wine, History & Food Tour
Explore Bologna with your personal guide and immerse yourself in its remarkable food, rich history, and excellent wines. Wander through the city’s elegant colonnades, taste iconic local specialties, and enjoy lunch in a classic Bolognese trattoria. This delicious, culture-filled experience is perfect for travelers who love to eat, drink, and discover Italy’s famed culinary capital.
Masterpieces in Florentine Churches
See Florence's magnificent churches where some of the greatest renaissance masterpieces are. We explore Santa Croce, Santa Maria Novella and the Duomo and Baptistery.
A Dan Brown Inferno Tour – Dante’s Florence
Discover Dante’s Florence on this engaging private activity, seeing references of the epic poem after which Brown named ‘Inferno’. Hear about how Dante changed Italy with his epic ‘Divine Comedy’, seeing some of the many references of his work hidden through the streets of Florence.
Original Venice Walk & Doge’s Palace
Discover the heart of Venice on a privately guided 2-hour tour of St Mark’s Square and the magnificent Doge’s Palace. Explore the city’s most iconic landmarks while uncovering stories of power, intrigue, and artistic brilliance that shaped Venetian life across the centuries. This refined experience offers an elegant introduction to Venice’s history, culture, and enduring architectural splendour.
Tastes of Florence: A Walking Food Tour
Discover Florence through its most irresistible language—food. On this private tour, you’ll join a local culinary insider for a flavorful journey into Italy’s deep love affair with cuisine and the role it plays in everyday life. Stroll through the city’s charming streets as you sample the best artisanal delicacies and fresh local ingredients, then sit down to a trattoria lunch where tradition and taste come together. Along the way, uncover the secrets behind Tuscany’s most beloved dishes, making this a true feast for both palate and soul.
The Alchemist’s Walk – A Florence Garden Visit
An enchanted walk through Florence's Boboli gardens, its mystical grottos and sculptures. Discover the real alchemists, jewelry and perfume master creators.
Naples Walking Tour – Exclusive Private Tour
Stroll through the heart of Naples with an expert Artviva guide on this private walking tour. Discover Caravaggio’s masterpieces, hidden chapels, vibrant markets, and centuries of living history in Italy’s most spirited city.
Vatican, St. Peter’s & Sistine Chapel Private Tour – Rome
Savor privileged access to the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica in complete comfort. Your private art historian leads a focused, elegant circuit that highlights the icons you came to see while keeping the pace relaxed.
Civitavecchia Cruise Ship Shore Excursion – Best of Rome
Civitavecchia to Rome in comfort with a private driver and guided highlights, including the Colosseum and iconic piazzas. Perfect one day shore excursion.
Early Morning Florence Tour – Original Florence Walk
Enjoy a serene, crowd-free walk past the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio & Signoria with a private expert guide. Quiet streets, unforgettable views.