This itinerary is the smartest and the most sustainable walking our of Prato, where the passion for art meets taste.
Prato is an hidden jem, 15 Km from Florence. It can be easily reached by train in around 20 minutes.
Our exclusive walking tour of Prato allows you to enjoy the artitstic heritage of this peaceful town with the privilege of a dedicated local professional guide all for yourselves to enjoy an authentic insider’s view of the town center.
Prato’s economy has been historically based on the textile industry. Few, however, know that this town still preserves amazing sites such as the Emperor’s Castle, the Cathedral, Piazza del Comune, the medieval house of merchant Francesco Datini. It was also the set of one of the most troubled Renaissance love affair!
The spectacular medieval Palazzo Pretorio which is now a gallery housing masterpieces such as the polyptych by Giovanni da Milano and paintings by Filippo Lippi, as well as works by Lorenzo Bartolini and Jacques Lipchitz
Lastly, one cannot leave this place without having tasted, traditional Prato biscuits with almonds and local Vin Santo.
Are you ready to join us? Reserve your place and relax, and we will take of the rest!
The tour will last approximatly four hours/two hours if you are joining the tour in Prato.
Tour Details:
- When: evey Monday at 9:00 a.m. from March 24th onwards
- Where: Santa Maria Novella Railway Station, before the Venchi Chocolate and Gelato shop
- Lenght: approximatly 2 hours; 4 hours for those arriving from Florence.
- Departure from Santa Maria Novella Railway Station at 9:37
- Arrival in Prato Railway Station at 10:00 (for those staying in Prato the meeting point is at 10:30 before the Cathedral)
- Exclusive guided tour of Prato highlights and visit of Palazzo Pretorio
- Exclusive tasting experience: high quality biscotti and excellent local Sweet wine.
- Earphones devices are used during this tour
- Departure from Prato Railway Station at 13:30
A party of minum 10 people is required.
Reservations and payment are required to access this tour.
