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The Collections

Art, Culture & Heritage

Art, architecture and the people whose stories live within them.

An ivory vintage Fiat 500 before Florence Cathedral
Selected encounters

Within this collection.

Choose a starting point. Each experience is arranged on request; the final timing, hosts and inclusions are confirmed in your proposal.

Editorial image for Florence, Layer by LayerFlorence · On request

Florence, Layer by Layer

Look beyond the façades: a walk through Florence, its family rivalries, public squares and changing ideas of power.

Around 2 hours · Planned formatDiscover the experience ↗
Editorial image for Portraits, Dress & Power at Palazzo PittiFlorence · On request

Portraits, Dress & Power at Palazzo Pitti

Clothes, jewels and gestures reveal how Florence chose to be seen, through selected portraits and the world of dress.

Around 3 hours · Planned formatDiscover the experience ↗
Editorial image for Santa Croce & the Leather TraditionFlorence · On request

Santa Croce & the Leather Tradition

From the stories of Santa Croce to the hands of Florence’s leather makers: heritage that continues through a working craft.

Around 3 hours · Planned formatDiscover the experience ↗
Editorial image for Galileo & the Art of ScentFlorence · On request

Galileo & the Art of Scent

An afternoon between observation and imagination, from historic instruments to a fragrance composed with your own hands.

Around 6 hours · Planned formatDiscover the experience ↗

Durations describe planned formats. Local meeting points and return journeys are distinguished in each proposal; exact timings depend on the date and party.

A journey of your own

Haven’t found your Italy yet?

Perhaps you would like a different pace, another destination, or an idea that is entirely your own. Tell us what you imagine; we will begin there.

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Booking Information

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