Barchetto River Cruise: Traditional Boat Ride with Wine Tasting in Florence

Experience a traditional boat ride on the Arno River in Florence, complete with wine tasting and stunning views of iconic landmarks. Don’t miss this unique and memorable experience!

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ponte Vecchio - view the Ponte Vecchio from the Arno River
  • Palazzo Corsini - view Palazzo Corsini from the Arno River
  • Uffizi - view the Uffizi from the Arno River
What's Included
  • Mini Cruise on the Arno River aboard a Florentine Gondola (approx. 45 min)
  • Enjoy the unique original Florentine gondola with an expert guide
  • English speaking fully licensed History guide
  • Cool Wine or soft drink
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
Additional Information

Glide along the Arno River and beneath the iconic Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s renowned bridge, aboard a barchetto, a small traditional boat! Florence’s equivalent to the Venetian gondola, your barchetto is one of only four originals still in operation in the city. Relish this distinctive experience with a glass of chilled Tuscan rosé or white wine, as you…

Location
Via dei Vagellai, 22
Via dei Vagellai
Meet your tour leader at Via dei Vagellai, 22 red, corner with Piazza Mentana (opposite to the Arno River). Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starting time.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Heikebt8889tl
Oct 4, 2025
Evening on the river - Calm and relaxing evening on the river. Lots of interesting facts by the tour guide. Little hard to find the meeting point.
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David
Oct 1, 2025
Fun and educational - This was well worth it. No fast walking to keep up with the group. It was very relaxed, fun, and informative. It was a historical perspective from the river, which was a real treat. I would highly recommend.
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Faraway67289812974
Oct 1, 2025
Amazing sunset cruise on the Arno - We were on the last cruise of the season and our guide Francesca was very informative and entertaining. The views from the Arno River along with the beautiful setting sun made for a very memorable trip! And the wine made it extra special!
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Jerold_b
Sep 30, 2025
Excellent tour guide and great trip - Excellent tour guide and great trip. Once in a lifetime opportunity to travel on the Arno River, away from the crowds
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Jennifer_t
Sep 30, 2025
Our guide was amazing and... - Our guide was amazing and it was informative. There were other guests were rowdy which was unfortunate for our guide but we still enjoyed the experience.
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Stephanie_s
Sep 29, 2025
Everything about this... - Everything about this experience was lovely. Directions to the meeting point were spot on and our gondola guide Gloria was very personable and knowledgeable, I highly recommend for an enjoyable experience. We booked the same day and had no issues!
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Emma_r
Sep 27, 2025
Exceptional experience - Very highly recommended . Lorenzo was very informative and made the trip very informative I would recommend anyone visiting Florence to book the 8 pm trip , I did this for my husband and he thoroughly enjoyed it as part as his birthday treat
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Happiness31963707599
Sep 24, 2025
Excellent - Excellent tour. Other reviews say it’s short at one hour, between two bridges, but the view from the boat is spectacular and well worth it. The guide was very informative about Florence history
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7rhiannonp
Sep 27, 2025
Good but expensive - Meeting place could be highlighted better with signage The guide was excellent and knowledgeable. The river trip was pleasant and highlighted the points of interest. The guide was able to share the history of Florence and its families and trades
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Geraldr831
Sep 19, 2025
OK, but overpriced. - OK, but probably overpriced for what it involves. Pleasant enough experience, spoiled by there being two dimwitted Americans on the boat, who were over loud, over opinionated, and very dumb. Guide, who was very pleasant, should have introduced herself, though maybe she did but was drowned out by Pinkie & Perkie from Alabama.
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