A pleasant stroll with an expert local guide to discover the iconic sites associated with the Giostra dell'Orso (Bear Joust), held in Pistoia every July 25th.
Our qualified English-speaking driver will take you in an air-conditioned van from your hotel in Florence to the medieval town of Pistoia. You'll embark on a fascinating walking tour, accompanied by our expert local guide, to discover the iconic sites of the Giostra dell'Orso (the Bear Joust), allowing you to live for a few hours like a citizen from one of the four historic districts. This tour begins in Piazza del Duomo, where you can observe the Joust and its historic medieval buildings, ranging from the Town Hall, the Courthouse, the Bell Tower, the Cathedral and the Baptistery. The equestrian race requires riders to hit a target in the shape of a stylized bear, called Micco. Afterwards, you can explore the characteristic streets of the historic center, where every July 25th, the procession in honor of the patron saint, San Jacopo, passes. These include Piazza della Sala, with its typical local market and historic shops; Via di Stracceria, where you can experience a local and authentic atmosphere; and Via Roma and Via Cavour, which represent the commercial center of the city with shops and cafés. This walk ends in Piazza dell’Antico Ospedale del Ceppo, where you can admire the glazed terracotta friezes of the Della Robbia family.
All reservation cancellations must be communicated in writing via email.
No penalties apply for cancellations up to 48 hours before the booked date.
Cancellations between 48 and 24 hours before the booked event incur a penalty of 50% of the
paid amount, while cancellations within 24 hours or no-shows incur a penalty of
100%.
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