Cross Curricular tour to Florence by air: 4 days, 3 nights
Florence is an exceptional destination for an educational cross-curricular trip, offering a wealth of learning opportunities across multiple subjects. As the birthplace of the Renaissance, the city is a living museum of art, history, and culture, with landmarks like the Uffizi Gallery, Florence Cathedral, and Michelangelo’s David providing rich content for art and history students. Its architectural beauty and historical significance also inspire studies in literature, design, and philosophy. Florence’s contributions to science, through figures like Galileo, make it a perfect hub for interdisciplinary learning, blending arts, humanities, and sciences in a captivating, immersive environment.
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Suggested itinerary
Day one
- Travel day
- If fly to Pisa, visit leaving tower of Pisa
Day two
- Two hour walking tour
- Pasta class
Day three
- Accademia Gallery
- Dumomo Cathedral (reservation not possible – queue and pay on day if wish to go inside)
Day four
- Travel day (if time allows, explore some local food markets)
Tour gallery
Excursion Ideas
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Subject range: Cross Curricular
What you’ll experience: The Tower of Pisa is constructed from white marble and dates from medieval Europe and stands at 60 metres. The tower has eight stories, including the chamber for the bells. The Pisa tower is one of the four buildings that make up the cathedral complex in Pisa, Italy, called Campo dei Miracoli.
Galleria dell’Accademia
Subject range: Art & Design, Cross Curricular
What you’ll experience: The Galleria dell’Accademia is most famous for its sculptures by the great Renaissance artist, Michelangelo, above all, the magnificent statue of David. The main halls at the Accademia also offers visitors works by great Italian artists such as Sandro Botticelli, Domenico Ghirlandaio, Pontormo, Andrea del Sarto, Allessando Allori and Orcagna.
Duomo Cathedral
Subject range: Art & Design, Cross Curricular
What you’ll experience: The Duomo of Florence, formally known as the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, is an architectural masterpiece and one of Italy’s most iconic landmarks. Designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, its massive red-tiled dome was an engineering marvel of the Renaissance and remains the largest brick dome ever constructed. The cathedral’s intricate façade, stunning frescoes by Vasari, and breathtaking views from the top of the dome make it a must-see for visitors. The Duomo stands as a symbol of Florence’s artistic and architectural legacy, reflecting the city’s profound influence on the Renaissance era.
Pasta Class
Subject range: Food Technology, Cross Curricular
What you’ll experience: Get the feel and taste for Italy by learning to cook two different types of pasta at a local restaurant with an Italian chef. Learn skills and then enjoy the food with your friends afterwards.
Walking Tour
Subject range: Cross Curricular
What you’ll experience: Enjoy a 2 hour walking tour of Florence to learn about this fascinating, beautiful city and get an overview of the highlights of the destination. Includes a headset and English audio guide.
Cross Curricular trip to Florence: 4 Days, 3 Nights Accommodation
Hotel Panorama
Location: Florence
Capacity:
The 19th Century Hotel Panorama has a great location offering a unique view of the Cathedral, and is only a 4-5 minute walk from the Galleria dell'Accademia and the Leonardo da Vinci museum, and 15 minutes from the station. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.
Rooms: Air-conditioned and each includes a small fridge and a private bathroom with shower. Rooms on the higher floors have views of the city.
Facilities: Free Wifi, breakfast buffet, air conditioning, non-smoking hotel, multilingual staff.
