In the Footsteps of Dante: Divine Comedy Tour in Florence

Walk through medieval Florence in Dante’s footsteps, from his birthplace to Santa Croce, and discover how the Divine Comedy reflects Catholic faith, love, and the soul’s journey to God.

Tour Features

Local Guide

Certified Official Guide

Tour Languages

English, Italian, Spanish, French, German

Duration

2.5 hours

Tour Size Options

Private

Accessibility

Fully Accesible

Itinerary

Begin in the area where Dante was born and raised. Learn about his family, his youth in Florence, and the events that shaped his future exile.
Pause outside the church associated with Beatrice, Dante’s muse and symbol of divine grace in the Divine Comedy. Discover her lasting role in Catholic imagination.
Stand before the Baptistry where Dante was baptized, an experience he later celebrated in the Paradiso. Reflect on its role as a gateway to faith and inspiration.
Walk through Florence’s civic center, where Dante witnessed the power struggles that influenced both his life and his writings.
Conclude outside Santa Croce, where a monumental cenotaph honors the poet as the “father of the Italian language” and a voice of Catholic vision.

Tour Details

Full Description

Walk through the streets of medieval Florence and follow the story of Dante Alighieri, the great poet whose Divine Comedy united Catholic theology, moral vision, and poetry into one of the world’s most enduring masterpieces. This private outdoor tour traces the places where Dante lived, prayed, and drew inspiration for his journey from Hell to Paradise.

Your walk begins in Dante’s neighborhood, where the poet spent his youth before exile changed his life forever. Nearby, pause outside the Church of Santa Margherita dei Cerchi, closely linked to Dante’s beloved Beatrice, who became a symbol of divine love and grace in his work.

Continue to Piazza del Duomo, where Dante was baptized in the Baptistry of San Giovanni, later celebrated in the Paradiso. From there, stroll to Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of Florence, often referenced in Dante’s writings as a stage for civic pride and conflict.

The walk concludes outside Santa Croce, where a monumental cenotaph honors Dante as the “father of the Italian language,” symbolizing Florence’s devotion to her most celebrated son.

What is Included

Included:

Included: Private licensed guide with expertise in Dante, Catholic heritage, and medieval Florence
Included: Outdoor walking tour of Dante’s neighborhood and key Florentine landmarks
Included: Insight into Dante’s life, exile, and Catholic themes in the Divine Comedy
Included: Personalized itinerary with optional focus on literary, historical, or spiritual aspects

Not included:

Not included: Meals and drinks
Not included: Gratuities

Important Information

Duration: 2.5–3 hours (flexible upon request)
Format: Entirely outdoor walking tour through Florence’s historic center
Included Sites (exterior only): Dante’s House, Church of Santa Margherita dei Cerchi, Piazza del Duomo with the Baptistry, Piazza della Signoria, Santa Croce with Dante’s cenotaph
Highlights: Dante’s life and exile, the story of Beatrice, Catholic themes in the Divine Comedy, connection to Florence’s Baptistry, and the city’s devotion to its greatest poet
Entrance Fees: Not required, as the tour focuses on exterior visits
Accessibility: Walking route is mostly accessible, though some cobblestone areas may be uneven
Dress Code: Not required since churches are viewed from the outside only
Guide: Licensed private guide with expertise in Catholic heritage, Dante’s life, and medieval Florence
Optional Extensions: Customized routes to include other medieval neighborhoods or additional Dante-related landmarks