RENAIOLI RIVER TOUR

UNAVAILABLE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

See Florence from a different perspective aboard a traditional boat as you are punted along the River Arno.

Pass under the famous Ponte Vecchio bridge
See the Uffizi Galleries and Vasari Corridor from the water
Experience a new side to the beautiful city

Tour Description & Photos

Renaioli passing under a bridge on the River Arno. Credit: Facebook

DURATION

1 HOUR

TYPE OF TOUR

BOAT TOUR

VENUES

RIVER ARNO

It’s not just in Venice that you can glide along the waterway of a beautiful Italian city, you can in Florence too!

The Renaioli will take you on a magical experience along the navigable portion of the river, passing under the Ponte Vecchio and Ponte Santa Trinita, up to the Ponte alla Carraia.

The Renaioli expertly guide the boats with a pole, similar to the gondolas of Venice or the punts of England’s Cambridge, and as you glide along, you’ll see some of the palaces and churches of Florence.

The traditional barchetti, are flat-bottomed boats, making this a pleasant and unforgettable experience.

ONLY AVAILABLE FROM MAY TO SEPTEMBER

THIS TOUR IS FOR YOU IF…

You enjoy a different take on the usual tour

LOGISTICS

The boats depart from the Piazza Mentana. We will send you detailed instructions on exactly where to meet in our confirmation email.
Comfortable clothing, you’ll be sat in a small boat, but you can be in your finest wear for photos too.

GROUP SIZES

This is a private tour. Maximum: 8

PRICES

The price is €80 PLUS €25 per person

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FAQs

Will I get sea sick?

The design of the boats, with a flat-bottom, means there is a lot less rolling than with standard boats.

Is the tour available all year?

Unfortunately not. Due to the fluctuations in the river strength and depth, the boat trips only run between May and September each year.

What if it rains?

If it is raining within one hour of the departure time, the Renaioli will postpone the trip. This is for both comfort and safety’s sake.

Are there life jackets on board?

Yes, there is a lifejacket available for each passenger.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes, accompanied by an adult, this trip is suitable for children.