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Ciao, I'm

Antonio B.

Guide & Historian

I'm Antonio, a proud tour guide in Florence for more than 10 years. I was raised and did my studies here, originally about political science, but truly found my passion with guiding.

  • Florence, Italy
  • Guide since 2014
    • History
    • Storytelling
What I love about Florence most are the narrow streets that lead to buildings of astonishing beauty.

About Me

Q. What inspired you to become a guide?

At first, it was my mom's intuition that this job could suit me. She was right!

Q. What do you love most about Florence?

The narrow streets that lead to buildings of astonishing beauty.

Q. What's your favorite story to tell on tour?

Brunelleschi's egg. You'll have to be on my tour to learn about it.

fun facts

Fun Facts

  • I'm a soccer addict, and I follow the Fiorentina team.

  • I'm an amateur cyclist

  • I'm from the Chianti area, and being a country boy, I'm nicer than the true Florentines ;)

My Insider Tips for Florence

Q: Best time of year to enjoy Florence?

September and October are my favorite months. The weather isn't too hot or too cold and the summer crowds have left.

Q: What do you tell your visiting friends to see in Florence?

Palazzo Vecchio and the Medici Chapels are two must-sees.

Q: What about the culture in Florence should people not miss?

I'd say having Italian style breakfast in a local pasticceria.

Q: What are some unmissable foods and drinks?

Budino di riso, panino al lampredotto, and of course a glass of Chianti Classico wine.

You might see me on these tours

Walks Florence in a Day WEB-0033
From $129
Florence in a Day With David, Duomo, Uffizi & Walking Tour
Skip long lines to see David at the Accademia, marvel at the finest Renaissance pieces in the Uffizi, then take to the streets to explore the best of Florence with a local!
1767 5 h 15 max
Walks Florence Tuscany from Florence 0207
From $175
Tuscany Day Trip From Florence With Chianti, Siena and San Gimignano
Explore Siena, San Gimignano, and a Chianti vineyard, complete with lunch on an beautiful farm.
1529 9 h 14 max
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From $60
Best of Florence Walking Tour With David & The Duomo
Our original Florence tour covers all the highlights with See the can't-miss highlights of the Tuscan capital, complete with skip-the-line access to both the Duomo and the Accademia Gallery.-the-line access.
2584 3 h 18 max