A bird's eye view of the Tuscan metropolis is a sight to behold! A balloon ride over Florence is a superb way to experience this. Appreciate the architectural splendours from a new perspective as you fly over the Tuscan capital. Florence's Duomo and Baptistery, with its Giotto bell tower, the Ponte Vecchio, and the Uffizi Palace are just a few of the city's architectural masterpieces.

If you don't know what we are talking about, we suggest that you read on to know why a Hot Air Balloon ride is one of the best activities to do in Florence. Read on, and we will guide you to discover this fantastic activity.

First things first! Departures in Florence and its province are all scheduled for early in the morning. After a small initial briefing, in which you will be given all the safety information, you will be offered the opportunity to observe the inflating of the balloon.

You can enjoy this activity in Florence and its province as a couple (we propose that couples look into the wonderful offers for a romantic trip for two), or with your family or friends. As the shuttles can accommodate up to 15 people, you can freely choose your 'crew' to fly with. Children as young as six years old and as tall as one meter are permitted.

A hot air balloon ride might last anywhere from 1 to 2 hours, depending on your choice. You should be aware that these flights to Florence will almost definitely not take you above 15,000 meters in altitude, as these figures are only for world records. The ideal altitude is around 800 meters; in case of overflight of inhabited centres (Siena, San Gimignano and towns on the Chianti hills, you fly lower.

Where can you go on a hot air balloon ride in Florence?

--> You can take off from one of the following locations: Tavernelle Val di Pesa or San Casciano in Val di Pesa. It is entirely up to you which course you will take.

- City tours: You can choose from tours that take you exclusively above the city of Florence, taking you over the beautiful red roofs of Florence, the historic Palazzo Chigi, the Ponte Vecchio, the bell towers of the famous painter Giotto, the Dome of Brunelleschi, the Baptistery of San Giovanni, or museums such as the Archbishop's Palace and many other historical monuments, such as the centre, which has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.

- Country routes: If you enjoy being in the countryside, you must select one of the offers that take you among the Chianti hills, famous all over the world for their winemaking. The adjacent cities of Siena and Lucca and even the Tyrrhenian Sea are visible in the distance on clear days.

The flight school for aerostat pilots in San Casciano offers theoretical and practical lessons per European standards (FCL-EASA). Do not miss this opportunity if you wish to become a hot air balloon pilot!

If you are worried about the prices being too high, we will prove you wrong. It is untrue that balloon trips in this Tuscan area would cost you a fortune. Indeed, we can promise you that they are pretty affordable, especially considering all of the offered services.

In addition to the services listed above, our hot air balloon flight packages in Florence include a final certificate and souvenir photographs. Also, once you reach your destination, a shuttle will be there to pick you up. For the romantic and indulgent, there is also the option of a high-altitude toast with local prosecco or breakfast with characteristic Tuscan items.

There are flights for every occasion for you who are in Florence and its province, so don't miss out on this opportunity, try a hot air balloon tour in these areas. It will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!