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Posso unirmi a un gruppo con guida?

Can I join a group with a guide?

Pronunciation

POS-soh oo-NEER-mee ah oon GROO-poh kon GWEE-dah.

When to use it

When you arrive alone and see a guided group starting. Joining an existing group is sometimes possible and costs less than a private guide.

What it means

Posso unirmi means can I join (literally 'can I unite myself to'). A un gruppo means to a group. Con guida means with a guide. This phrase uses the reflexive pronoun 'mi' attached to the infinitive 'unire'.

Variations

C'è un gruppo di lingua inglese?

Is there an English-language group?

Ask specifically for an English-speaking tour.

Formate nuovi gruppi ogni ora?

Do you form new groups every hour?

Ask about the tour schedule.

Preferisco una visita privata. Quanto costerebbe?

I prefer a private visit. How much would it cost?

For a fully private guide experience.

Mini Dialogue

— Posso unirmi a un gruppo con guida? — Sì, c'è un gruppo in inglese che parte tra venti minuti. — Devo pagare un supplemento? — Sì, quindici euro oltre al biglietto. — Va bene. Dove mi metto? — Si raccolga all'ingresso delle sale, là sulla sinistra.

— Can I join a group with a guide? — Yes, there is an English group leaving in twenty minutes. — Do I pay a supplement? — Yes, fifteen euros beyond the ticket. — Fine. Where should I wait? — Gather at the entrance to the halls, over there on the left.

Cultural Note

State-licensed guides in Italian museums wear visible identification. In Florence, unlicensed 'abusive' guides are a known problem near the Uffizi. Always verify that your guide holds official accreditation for the city.