Arno River Cruises

The Arno is the river that has shaped Florence for centuries, flowing beneath the Ponte Vecchio and past the stone embankments that line the historic centre. Arno River Cruises offers guided boat experiences along this waterway, giving passengers a perspective on the city that is impossible to find on foot. The surrounding palaces, bridges, and hillside gardens read differently from the water, and the changing light of the evening hours adds a particular quality to the views.

Among the current offerings is a sunset tour aboard a traditional gondola, which follows the Arno as the city transitions from afternoon to dusk. The route passes some of Florence's most recognisable landmarks, seen from a low vantage point that places the architecture in direct relation to the river it has always depended upon. It is a quiet and unhurried way to experience a city more commonly explored on foot.