FLORENCE
The Florence classics, in order.
The 15 best leonardo & science museums tours in Florence, gathered in one place. What each one actually covers, what it costs, and who you book it through.
Touch Leonardo’s machines in Florence with hands-on exhibits, interactive workshops, and a multilingual audio guide for about 1 hour.
Most Popular“So turns out there are two museums with the exact same names. This one is the original, if you do book this, you do get a discount on the second museum a few blocks away. It was a really cool museum with a few things to tinker with.”
Skip long lines with an English ticket to Museo Le Macchine di Leonardo da Vinci in Florence, featuring 50+ working models in 1–1.5 hours.
“I've been to this museum once before and it's always a fantastic experience. It has something for everyone; the history, the designs and loads of interactive aspects for the kids. Even the gift shop is decently priced although clearly has some things made in China haha”
Museo Galileo entry ticket in Florence. See Medici and Lorraine instruments, Galileo originals, and 18 themed rooms for about a day.
“Fantastic exhibition of relics from Galileis time and beyond. Worth seeing.”
Prebook skip-the-line entry to Florence’s Leonardo Interactive Museum with a mobile ticket for a hands-on, air-conditioned visit to da Vinci’s inventions.
“Great museum not too big, very hands on, friendly staff. Good for kids and focusses on Da Vinci’s inventions with the possibility of building some models too.”
Skip-the-line Museo Galileo ticket in Florence with an exact entry time. See Medici instruments and Galileo’s science universe in 1–2 hours.
“Do not waste your money on these tickets. When you get to the venue there is one line and one line only. Whether you are buying tickets that day, whether you puchased them online, or if you purchased these tickets billed as "Skip the line" you wait in the same line. We were in line…”
A 3-hour Florence walk built around Michelangelo vs Leonardo, ending at Santo Spirito to see Il Crocifisso Ligneo, plus great local picks.
“Best tour we took in Florence. I lived in Florence about 30 years ago and took my teenage son for a visit over Thanksgiving. I booked several tours on Viator. Antonio’s was our favorite. Antonio was funny and knowledgeable. We lovRead more”
Explore Museo Galileo in Florence on a 90-minute small-group tour. See original Galileo instruments and skip the ticket line.
“Lo mejor del tour fue que pudimos hacerlo gracias a Ivan, Rebecca y Beatrice que gestionaron nuestra visita de la mejor manera posible!! Estamos encantados con ellos y con lo que pudimos ver y aprender con Ivan esa tarde. El museo hace un magnífico trabajo de conservación y exposición de quien nos abrió los ojos…”
Express Uffizi and Leonardo da Vinci Museum in Florence with timed entry, included tickets, and a small-group guide.
“Great tour. Antonio is very knowledgeable and passionate both about the city and Leonardo.His introduction to Uffizi and explanation of Leonardo's work was brilliant. After the tour ended, he gave me tips on what to focus on in the museum ( as otherwise it would have overwhelming) as well as general tips about how to…”
Kid-friendly skip-the-line Uffizi tour in Florence with art games and expert guides. See Botticelli and da Vinci works in 2.5 hours.
“We are a family a five with a 14 year old and 11 year old twins. My 11 year old son said that Veronika was the best tour guide he had ever had. We had a fabulous tour by a woman who has a wealth of knowledge of Firenze, Art history and amazing passion that…”
A private 90-minute Galileo tour in Florence with original telescopes, astrolabes, clocks, and expert context on time and space.
Skip-the-line small-group Galileo Museum tour in Florence. Guided science history in 1.5 hours. Max 9 people, English.
“Ivano was an excellent guide through the museum. Great tour highlighting the advancements in chronometer, imaging, navigation, weather, and communication over time. It’s one thing to read about scientific advancements; it’s completely another to see the tools developed over time. Best experienced in small or private groups.”
Skip the ticket line for the Leonardo da Vinci Museum, then walk Florence’s Old Town tracing Medici power, Duomo plans, and machines.
“Es un tour especial y específicamente dedicado a Leonardo da Vinci. Cristina nos ofreció una actividad completa y llena de información. Fue un verdadero placer tenerla como guía. Si te interesa la vida de da Vinci y sus creaciones, este es un tour que no debes perderte.”
Draw a Leonardo da Vinci sketch in Florence for 3 hours at Geko Art Studio, using sanguine, sepia, charcoal.
“I have had many high level art classes and I was pleased to learn so many new things during my class. The instructor was very experienced and knowledgeable.”
Private Florence day trip to Leonardo’s birthplace in Anchiano, Vinci’s Leonardo museum, plus a Tuscan wine tasting and lunch with pickup.
“Luigi was our most gracious guide! He provided my wife, our daughter, her fiancé and I with a most memorable experience, sharing his knowledge Leonardo, Italian history and love of life with us. The tour Leonard's birthplace, museum topped off with an excellent wine tasting and delicious lunch set in a picturesque vineyard, which was…”
Walk Tuscany’s olive groves, see a Leonardo Da Vinci-inspired windmill in action, then taste organic olive oil and Chianti in a small group.
“This tour was amazing. There is also a bnb so you can spend the night as well. Our guide was very informative, personable and friendly. We learned so much about the olive trees, the process, wine, and the windmill. The farm takes much care in preserving and bringing back historical traditions. Everything is natural, local…”
The galleries, the Duomo, the Tuscan hills, and every way to walk into them.
