Italy

Florence

Renaissance masterpieces, river views, and streets best explored on foot.

Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Expensive

Food$$$$$About $79 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $174 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $7.6 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇪🇺 EUR =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

FLRFirenze Peretola Airport (Amerigo Vespucci)Main local airport, about 4-5 km northwest of the centre, with limited and pricier flights.

How	Cost	Time
Tram T2Santa Maria Novella station, then Piazza San Marco	€1.70	about 20 min
Cheapest option. Buy tickets from machines at the stop with cash or card.
TaxiHistoric centre	€25 flat, plus €1 per large bag	15-20 min
Fixed fare to the historic centre. Ask for the flat rate before you get in.
Ride appHistoric centre	check locally	15-25 min
Availability varies, so check locally before you rely on it.

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi AirportPreferred alternative for many flights, about 1 hour from Florence by car or train.

How	Cost	Time
Airport bus + trainBologna Centrale, then train to Firenze SMN	check locally	about 2-2.5 hr total
Use the airport shuttle to Bologna Centrale, then take a direct train to Florence.
TrainFirenze SMN	check locally	about 1 hr
Only after you reach Bologna Centrale. Book early for better fares.
TaxiFlorence	check locally	about 1 hr
Taxi drivers may refuse the long trip to Florence late at night.

PSAPisa International Airport (Galileo Galilei)Fewer flights than Bologna, about 1.5 hours from Florence by train.

How	Cost	Time
Airport shuttle + trainPisa Centrale, then train to Firenze SMN	check locally	about 2-2.5 hr total
Shuttle to Pisa Centrale, then take a regional or fast train to Florence.
TrainFirenze SMN	check locally	about 1.5 hr
Train from Pisa Centrale. Check schedules before you travel.
TaxiFlorence	check locally	about 1.5 hr
Expensive for a long trip, and drivers may not agree to go at night.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Florence

Getting around

Walk the centre; use the tram from the airport and Park & Ride sites, and buses for longer trips.

MetroFlorence has no metro. Use trams, buses or walking inside the city.
Tram ★Tram T2 links the airport to Santa Maria Novella, about 20 minutes, running until about 00:30 on weekdays and 02:00 on weekends. Tram 1 runs from Villa Constanza Park & Ride through the western suburbs to Santa Maria Novella, about 25 minutes, every 3 to 10 minutes.
BusAutolineeToscane buses serve the city. Tap a contactless Visa, Mastercard or Amex card, or buy a €1.70 paper ticket before boarding. A 90-minute hop-on, hop-off window applies.
Taxi / Uber / FreeNowTaxis have few stands and are hard to hail on the street. Book by phone or use the stand at Santa Maria Novella, and carry cash. Check locally whether Uber or FreeNow is available.
Rental carDriving inside the historic centre is restricted by camera and fines are high. Park at Park & Ride sites and walk or take the bus in.
Walking ★Most of the centre is flat and walkable in about 30 minutes end to end. Shared city bikes are available, and cycle paths help you bypass the old streets.

Recommended stay★ 2 nights (3 days)

Two nights give you time for the main galleries, a day walking the centre and one evening out without rushing.

Best for

ArtThe Uffizi, Accademia and Michelangelo's David, with gallery days you can plan in advance.
FoodTuscan markets, trattorias and wine bars on a walkable centre.

Weather by month

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13°3°Feb🌧 11d

15°5°Mar🌧 10d

19°7°Apr🌧 10d

23°12°May🌧 14d

28°16°Jun🌧 8d

32°19°Jul🌧 4d

32°19°Aug🌧 6d

27°15°Sep🌧 9d

21°12°Oct🌧 12d

15°7°Nov🌧 12d

12°3°Dec🌧 12d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Mild Mediterranean-style climate: warm summers, cool winters and rain on about 10 days a month most of the year.

Best time: April to June and September to OctoberHighs around 19–28°C with fewer extremes. Good for walking the centre and sitting outdoors.
Hot summers (July and August)Highs near 32°C and lows near 19°C. Visit galleries in the morning and walk in the shade.
Cool winters (December to February)Highs around 11–13°C and lows near 2–3°C. Pack a warm coat for evenings.
Rain on about 10 days a monthRain is spread through the year, with fewer wet days in July and August. Carry a small umbrella or jacket.
Walk early or lateMost sights are close together. Start before 9:00 in summer to beat heat and crowds.
What to packComfortable walking shoes, layers for cool evenings, sun hat in summer and modest clothing for churches.

Landmarks 18

Must-see · 7

1
Florence Cathedral
Santa Maria del Fiore is the city's defining landmark, crowned by Brunelleschi's red-tiled dome. Climbing the dome gives close views of the painted interior and the rooftops below. Dress with shoulders and knees covered, and book a dome-climb time slot in advance, since entry is timed and limited.
2
Uffizi Gallery
One of the world's great art museums, it holds Botticelli's The Birth of Venus and Primavera along with major Renaissance paintings. The collection is large, so plan two to three hours. Book a timed entry ticket online, as same-day queues can be long.
3
Galleria dell'Accademia
This is the home of Michelangelo's David, the marble statue that draws most visitors to Florence. Seeing it up close is a highlight of any trip. Reserve a timed-entry ticket ahead, because the museum often sells out.
4
Ponte Vecchio
This medieval stone bridge over the Arno River is lined with jewelry shops and is one of the most photographed spots in Italy. It is best seen at sunrise or in the evening, when the crowds thin. It is an easy walk from the Uffizi and the Pitti Palace.
5
Piazza della Signoria
This open square is the civic heart of Florence, with sculptures and the grand facade of the town hall around it. It is a good place to start a walking tour of the historic centre. Visit early in the morning for fewer people.
6
Palazzo Vecchio
The city's medieval town hall dominates Piazza della Signoria with its tall tower and has served as the seat of Florentine government for centuries. Its interior rooms are rich with Renaissance decoration. Buy a ticket on site or online, and allow about an hour.
7
Piazzale Michelangelo
This hilltop square on the south bank of the Arno offers the classic panoramic view over Florence and its cathedral dome. It is especially popular at sunset. You can walk up from the river or take a bus, then descend on foot.

Cultural

Christian 4

Garden 1

Museum 2

Market 1

Palace 2

Historical Square 2

Bridge 1

Natural

River 1

Activities

Painting 3

Artwork 1

Day trips from Florence

Siena · 1 h 14 by bus

★★★★★ · Full day · 77 km from Florence

Best way: The bus takes about 1h 14m, slightly faster than the train, and drops you near the old town gates.

Regional trains or the Sena bus connect Florence with Siena in about 1 hour 30 minutes; the bus drops near the old town gates.

Train1 h 19 · from €11
Bus ★1 h 14 · from $5-$11
Car1 h 16 · taxi ≈ €100

What to see

Piazza del Campo
Siena Cathedral
Torre del Mangia
Palazzo Pubblico

4 landmark quests to check off here

Good to know

Piazza del Campo and the Duomo are the highlights and are best seen on foot.
Siena is hilly, so comfortable shoes help.

Lucca · 1 h 11 by train

★★★★☆ · Half day · 76 km from Florence

Best way: Regional trains run 53 times a day, and the walled old town is only a few minutes' walk from the station.

Regional trains run from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Lucca in about 1 hour 20 minutes; the walled old town is a few minutes on foot.

Train ★1 h 11 · from €9
Bus56 min · from $5-$11
Car57 min · taxi ≈ €100

What to see

Lucca city walls
Guinigi Tower
Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
San Michele in Foro

1 landmark quest to check off here

Good to know

Walking or cycling the city walls is a popular easy activity.
Lucca is quieter than Florence, so it suits a relaxed day.

Pisa · 44 min by train

★★★☆☆ · Half day · 82 km from Florence

Best way: Direct regional trains take about 44 minutes and run 58 times a day, reaching Pisa Centrale near the Leaning Tower walk.

Direct regional trains run from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Pisa Centrale in about 1 hour; the Leaning Tower is a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride from the station.

Train ★44 min · from €10
Bus1 h 00 · from $6-$24
Car1 h 14 · taxi ≈ €100

What to see

Leaning Tower of Pisa
Piazza dei Miracoli
Pisa Cathedral
Baptistery

2 landmark quests to check off here

Good to know

Tower climbs need advance booking and have timed entry slots.
The main sight is compact, so a half-day visit is usually enough.

Bologna · 33 min by train

★★★☆☆ · Full day · 100 km from Florence

Best way: High-speed trains take about 33 minutes and run 94 times a day, making it the fastest and most frequent option.

High-speed trains connect Firenze Santa Maria Novella with Bologna Centrale in about 35 minutes, and the old town is a 15-minute walk.

Train ★33 min · from €10
Bus1 h 20 · from $5-$15
Car1 h 17 · taxi ≈ €120

What to see

Piazza Maggiore
Two Towers
Basilica di San Petronio
Porticoes of Bologna

8 landmark quests to check off here

Good to know

Bologna is known for its food, so an early lunch or dinner is worth planning.
The historic centre is best explored on foot.

Times and prices are typical one-way estimates (train and bus: Omio / Rome2Rio route data; taxi: local tariff × road distance, tolls extra). Exact prices are on the booking page.

Plans

Florence rewards slow walkers with Renaissance art, lively markets, and river views around nearly every corner. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Art

Art lovers who want the big galleries in one day, with David first thing and the Uffizi in the afternoon.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 58
Taxis: ≈ EUR 30

Day 1

Accademia, Duomo, Uffizi

Tickets ≈ EUR 58 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 30

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–10:00 · approx. €16–18 plus booking fee (check on the day)

Galleria dell'Accademia Landmark quest

Book a timed ticket ahead. Michelangelo's David is inside, so you can see it on the same visit. Closed Monday.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:50 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 622 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

10:15–12:15 · Free to enter · dome climb approx. €20–30 (check on the day)

Florence Cathedral Landmark quest

Opens about 10:00 on weekdays. Sunday hours are limited, so check on the day. About 5 minutes on foot from the Accademia.

Open Mon–Fri about 10:00–17:00 · Sat about 10:00–16:45 · Sun limited (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 499 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

12:30–13:30 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Lunch at the central market. Good for a quick sit-down meal.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Walk · 1223 m · ≈ 16 min
4

14:00–16:30 · approx. €25 full ticket plus booking fee (check on the day)

Uffizi Gallery Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Go to the Annunciation, Primavera and The Birth of Venus early in your visit. About 15 minutes on foot from the market.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:30 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 250 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
5

17:00–18:15 · approx. €17–25 depending on route (check on the day)

Palazzo Vecchio Landmark quest

Open daily until about 19:00. Late afternoon is a good time to visit. Right by the Uffizi.

Open Daily about 09:00–19:00 · Friday until about 23:00 in some periods (check on the day) · Source

Day trip · Romance

Couples who want slow gardens, a riverside walk and a hilltop view at sunset.

Stay: Oltrarno. Quieter artisan streets across the Arno, with Palazzo Pitti and Santo Spirito square nearby.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 26
Taxis: ≈ EUR 40

Day 1

Palace, gardens and sunset

Tickets ≈ EUR 26 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 40

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1106 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

10:00–12:00 · approx. €16 for Palatine Gallery · combined tickets may cost more (check on the day)

Pitti Palace Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Visit in the late morning, before the gardens get busy.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:50 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Walk · 412 m · ≈ 5 min
2

12:15–13:45 · approx. €10–12 (check on the day)

Boboli Gardens Landmark quest

Behind the Pitti Palace. Open from about 08:15 until sunset. Best in spring or early autumn on a dry day. Closing time varies, so check on the day.

Open Daily from about 08:15 until sunset · Closing times vary (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 362 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

14:00–16:00 · Free to walk · workshop or tour costs vary

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Relaxed walk through workshops and small squares. Many shops close on Sunday, so check on the day.

Open Shops open about 10:00–19:00 · many close on Sunday (check on the day)
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

18:30–19:30 · Free

Piazzale Michelangelo

Always open. The view is best at sunset, so arrive about an hour before it sets.

Open Always open
Walk · 1437 m · ≈ 19 min
5

19:45–20:15 · Free

Ponte Vecchio Landmark quest

Downhill and back across the river. Lovely in the evening light.

Open Open all day, always
Taxi back to your hotel · 1446 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 10

1 night · Art

Gallery-focused day in Santa Maria Novella, then the Accademia and David, with a quiet Oltrarno morning.

Stay: Santa Maria Novella. Near the main station, the Duomo area and the tram links to the airport and Park & Ride sites.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 88
Taxis: ≈ EUR 100
Hotel: EUR 120–300

Day 1

Uffizi, Palazzo Vecchio and the Accademia

Tickets ≈ EUR 58 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 50

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1470 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

08:30–11:00 · approx. €25 full ticket plus booking fee (check on the day)

Uffizi Gallery Landmark quest

Book a timed ticket in advance. Closed Monday. Visit the Annunciation, Primavera and The Birth of Venus early in your visit, while rooms are quieter.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:30 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 250 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

11:15–12:30 · approx. €17–25 depending on route (check on the day)

Palazzo Vecchio Landmark quest

Opens about 09:00 to 19:00 daily. Check on the day for late Friday openings.

Open Daily about 09:00–19:00 · Friday until about 23:00 in some periods (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 1012 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

13:00–14:00 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Lunch at the market hall. Open from about 10:00.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 521 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

14:30–16:00 · approx. €16–18 plus booking fee (check on the day)

Galleria dell'Accademia Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Michelangelo's David is inside, so allow time for it. Weekday mornings are quieter if you can move this earlier.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:50 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 1129 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 10

Day 2

Oltrarno and Santa Croce

Tickets ≈ EUR 30 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 50

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

09:30–10:45 · approx. €14–18 with museum and cloisters (check on the day)

Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence Landmark quest

Mon to Sat mornings. On Sundays it opens only in the afternoon, so check on the day.

Open Mon–Sat about 09:30–17:30 · Sun afternoons only (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 1370 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

11:15–13:15 · approx. €16 for Palatine Gallery · combined tickets may cost more (check on the day)

Pitti Palace Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Check the hours on the day.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:50 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 530 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

13:45–14:15 · Free

Ponte Vecchio Landmark quest

Open all day. Crossing on foot is free.

Open Open all day, always
Taxi · 678 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

14:30–16:30 · Free to walk · workshop or tour costs vary

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Many shops close on Sunday, so check on the day.

Open Shops open about 10:00–19:00 · many close on Sunday (check on the day)
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10

1 night · Food

Market lunches, trattorias and a wine-and-food evening in a walkable centre.

Stay: San Lorenzo. Close to the Medici Chapels and the central market; busy streets with many restaurants.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 137
Taxis: ≈ EUR 90
Hotel: EUR 130–320

Day 1

Cathedral, market and a food tour

Tickets ≈ EUR 123 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 50

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 373 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

10:00–12:00 · Free to enter · dome climb approx. €20–30 (check on the day)

Florence Cathedral Landmark quest

Weekday hours about 10:00 to 17:00. Check Sunday hours on the day.

Open Mon–Fri about 10:00–17:00 · Sat about 10:00–16:45 · Sun limited (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 499 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

12:15–13:15 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Lunch at the market hall. Stalls range from snacks to full meals.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 521 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

13:30–15:00 · approx. €16–18 plus booking fee (check on the day)

Galleria dell'Accademia Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Book ahead if you want David at a set time.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:50 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 1118 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

15:30–16:45 · approx. €17–25 depending on route (check on the day)

Palazzo Vecchio Landmark quest

Opens about 09:00 to 19:00 daily.

Open Daily about 09:00–19:00 · Friday until about 23:00 in some periods (check on the day) · Source
5

18:30–21:30 · approx. €70–110 per person (check on the day)

Florence food and wine tour

Evening food and wine tour. Check the start time and meeting point when you book.
Taxi back to your hotel · 732 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10

Day 2

Oltrarno eats and a last look

Tickets ≈ EUR 14 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 40

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1469 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

10:00–12:00 · Free to walk · workshop or tour costs vary

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Look for workshops and food shops. Many close on Sunday.

Open Shops open about 10:00–19:00 · many close on Sunday (check on the day)
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

12:30–13:45 · approx. €14–18 with museum and cloisters (check on the day)

Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence Landmark quest

Mon to Sat mornings. On Sundays it opens only in the afternoon, so check on the day.

Open Mon–Sat about 09:30–17:30 · Sun afternoons only (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 1410 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

14:00–15:00 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Second lunch stop. Kitchens may be busy in the afternoon.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 263 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10

1 night · Romance

Riverside walks, hilltop views and quiet evenings after the crowds leave.

Stay: Oltrarno. Quieter artisan streets across the Arno, with Palazzo Pitti and Santo Spirito square nearby.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 43
Taxis: ≈ EUR 110
Hotel: EUR 110–280

Day 1

Gardens, hilltop and sunset

Tickets ≈ EUR 26 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 50

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1106 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

09:30–11:30 · approx. €16 for Palatine Gallery · combined tickets may cost more (check on the day)

Pitti Palace Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Go early to beat the crowds.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:50 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 412 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

12:00–13:30 · approx. €10–12 (check on the day)

Boboli Gardens Landmark quest

Open from about 08:15 until sunset. Best on a dry day. Check closing time on the day.

Open Daily from about 08:15 until sunset · Closing times vary (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 362 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

14:00–16:00 · Free to walk · workshop or tour costs vary

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Slow walk through the workshops. Many close on Sunday.

Open Shops open about 10:00–19:00 · many close on Sunday (check on the day)
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

18:45–19:45 · Free

Piazzale Michelangelo

Go up for the sunset view over the city. Check sunset time for the day.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 10

Day 2

Cathedral, river and evening walk

Tickets ≈ EUR 17 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 60

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

10:00–12:00 · Free to enter · dome climb approx. €20–30 (check on the day)

Florence Cathedral Landmark quest

Weekday hours about 10:00 to 17:00. Check Sunday hours on the day.

Open Mon–Fri about 10:00–17:00 · Sat about 10:00–16:45 · Sun limited (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 499 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

12:30–13:30 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Relaxed lunch at the market hall.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 1012 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

14:00–15:15 · approx. €17–25 depending on route (check on the day)

Palazzo Vecchio Landmark quest

Late afternoon is the best time. Opens about 09:00 to 19:00 daily.

Open Daily about 09:00–19:00 · Friday until about 23:00 in some periods (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 390 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

18:15–18:45 · Free

Ponte Vecchio Landmark quest

Best at sunset. Open all day.

Open Open all day, always
Taxi · 374 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
5

18:50–19:35 · Free

Arno River Landmark quest

Riverside walk into the early evening.

Open Open all day
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10

2 nights · Art ★ Recommended length

Two gallery-led days. Book the Accademia and Uffizi slots in advance and avoid Mondays, when both are closed.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 72
Taxis: ≈ EUR 50

Day 1

David and the Duomo area

Tickets ≈ EUR 33 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 30

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–10:00 · approx. €16–18 plus booking fee (check on the day)

Galleria dell'Accademia Landmark quest

Tue–Sun, about 08:15 opening. See David first, before the tour groups arrive. Check the hours on the day.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:50 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 622 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

11:00–13:00 · Free to enter · dome climb approx. €20–30 (check on the day)

Florence Cathedral Landmark quest

Weekday hours about 10:00–17:00. Check the climb and the ticket time on the day.

Open Mon–Fri about 10:00–17:00 · Sat about 10:00–16:45 · Sun limited (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 499 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

13:15–14:15 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Lunch at the market hall. Open from about 10:00.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 1012 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

15:30–16:45 · approx. €17–25 depending on route (check on the day)

Palazzo Vecchio Landmark quest

Daily about 09:00–19:00. Walk over from the market, about 10 minutes.

Open Daily about 09:00–19:00 · Friday until about 23:00 in some periods (check on the day) · Source

Day 2

Uffizi, Santa Croce and the bridge

Tickets ≈ EUR 39 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 20

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–11:00 · approx. €25 full ticket plus booking fee (check on the day)

Uffizi Gallery Landmark quest

Tue–Sun, about 08:15–18:30. Go to the Annunciation, Primavera and The Birth of Venus first, since they are in the same gallery.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:30 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 727 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

12:00–13:15 · approx. €14–18 with museum and cloisters (check on the day)

Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence Landmark quest

Mon–Sat about 09:30–17:30. Sunday afternoons only. Check on the day.

Open Mon–Sat about 09:30–17:30 · Sun afternoons only (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 954 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

18:30–19:00 · Free

Ponte Vecchio Landmark quest

Open all day. Best at sunset, so check the sunset time for your dates.

Open Open all day, always

2 nights · Food ★ Recommended length

Two days of markets, lunches and a long evening tasting. Some shops close on Sundays, so plan the Oltrarno walk for another day.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 115
Taxis: ≈ EUR 60

Day 1

Market, Oltrarno and the river

Tickets ≈ EUR 0 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 30

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

11:00–12:00 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Daily from about 10:00. Lunch here, and sample the stalls on the upper floor. Check on the day.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

13:00–15:00 · Free to walk · workshop or tour costs vary

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Shops about 10:00–19:00. Many close on Sunday, so check on the day. Stop for coffee or a snack on the way.

Open Shops open about 10:00–19:00 · many close on Sunday (check on the day)
Taxi · 1051 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

16:00–16:45 · Free

Arno River Landmark quest

Open all day. A calm walk along the river before dinner.

Open Open all day
Taxi · 374 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

17:30–18:00 · Free

Ponte Vecchio Landmark quest

Open all day. Look over the bridge before the evening crowds.

Open Open all day, always

Day 2

Gallery lunch and the food tour

Tickets ≈ EUR 115 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 30

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–11:00 · approx. €25 full ticket plus booking fee (check on the day)

Uffizi Gallery Landmark quest

Tue–Sun, about 08:15–18:30. Closed Monday. Reserve an early slot.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:30 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 1223 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

12:00–13:00 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Lunch at the market. Open from about 10:00, so it works after the Uffizi.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

15:00–16:00 · Free

Piazzale Michelangelo

Always open. Walk up for the view, then head back down to the centre.

Open Always open
Taxi · 1399 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

19:00–22:00 · approx. €70–110 per person (check on the day)

Florence food and wine tour

Evening food and wine tour. Hours vary, so check the start time and meeting point before you book.

2 nights · Romance ★ Recommended length

Slow riverside afternoons, hilltop views and quiet dinners. Plan the Boboli Gardens for a dry day in spring or early autumn.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 26
Taxis: ≈ EUR 60

Day 1

Oltrarno and the sunset bridge

Tickets ≈ EUR 16 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 30

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

10:30–12:30 · approx. €16 for Palatine Gallery · combined tickets may cost more (check on the day)

Pitti Palace Landmark quest

Tue–Sun, about 08:15–18:50. Closed Monday. Go in late morning, before the gardens.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:50 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

12:45–13:45 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Lunch at the market. Open from about 10:00.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

14:00–16:00 · Free to walk · workshop or tour costs vary

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Wander the small lanes. Many shops close on Sunday, so check on the day.

Open Shops open about 10:00–19:00 · many close on Sunday (check on the day)
Taxi · 678 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

18:30–19:00 · Free

Ponte Vecchio Landmark quest

Open all day. Best at sunset, so check the time for your dates.

Open Open all day, always

Day 2

Duomo morning and the gardens

Tickets ≈ EUR 10 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 30

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

10:00–12:00 · Free to enter · dome climb approx. €20–30 (check on the day)

Florence Cathedral Landmark quest

Weekday hours from about 10:00. Sunday is limited, so check on the day. Go early for fewer crowds.

Open Mon–Fri about 10:00–17:00 · Sat about 10:00–16:45 · Sun limited (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 506 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

12:30–13:15 · Free

Arno River Landmark quest

Open all day. An easy walk along the river on the way to lunch.

Open Open all day
Taxi · 1304 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

15:00–16:30 · approx. €10–12 (check on the day)

Boboli Gardens Landmark quest

Open daily from about 08:15 until sunset. Best on a dry day, and closing times vary. Check on the day.

Open Daily from about 08:15 until sunset · Closing times vary (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

19:00–20:00 · Free

Piazzale Michelangelo

Always open. Sunset views over the city. Finish with dinner back in the centre.

Open Always open

3 nights · Art

Gallery lovers who want the Uffizi, Accademia and Pitti planned around opening days.

Stay: Santa Maria Novella. Near the main station, the Duomo area and the tram links to the airport and Park & Ride sites.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 98
Taxis: ≈ EUR 150
Hotel: EUR 360–900

Day 1

David and the Duomo

Tickets ≈ EUR 16 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 50

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1129 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

09:00–10:30 · approx. €16–18 plus booking fee (check on the day)

Galleria dell'Accademia Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Book a timed ticket in advance. Weekday mornings are quietest.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:50 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
1

10:30–11:00 · Included with Accademia ticket

David Landmark quest

Inside the Accademia, so it uses the same ticket.

Open Same as Galleria dell'Accademia (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 521 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

12:15–13:15 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Lunch at the market hall. Opens around 10:00.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 499 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

14:00–16:00 · Free to enter · dome climb approx. €20–30 (check on the day)

Florence Cathedral Landmark quest

Check the hours on the day. Sundays are limited.

Open Mon–Fri about 10:00–17:00 · Sat about 10:00–16:45 · Sun limited (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 506 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

18:30–19:15 · Free

Arno River Landmark quest

Walk along the river as the light fades.

Open Open all day
Taxi back to your hotel · 1288 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 10

Day 2

Uffizi and Palazzo Vecchio

Tickets ≈ EUR 56 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 50

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1470 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

08:30–11:00 · approx. €25 full ticket plus booking fee (check on the day)

Uffizi Gallery Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Book a timed entry. Go to Primavera and The Birth of Venus first, before the crowds build.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:30 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
1

08:30–08:50 · Included with Uffizi ticket

Annunciation Landmark quest

Part of the Uffizi visit, so see it on the way in.

Open Same as Uffizi Gallery (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 727 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

14:00–15:15 · approx. €14–18 with museum and cloisters (check on the day)

Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence Landmark quest

Open Monday to Saturday. Sunday afternoons only, so check on the day.

Open Mon–Sat about 09:30–17:30 · Sun afternoons only (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 640 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

16:30–17:45 · approx. €17–25 depending on route (check on the day)

Palazzo Vecchio Landmark quest

Best in the late afternoon. Opens daily around 09:00.

Open Daily about 09:00–19:00 · Friday until about 23:00 in some periods (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 390 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

18:45–19:15 · Free

Ponte Vecchio Landmark quest

Open all day. Best at sunset.

Open Open all day, always
Taxi back to your hotel · 1352 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 10

Day 3

Pitti, gardens and a sunset view

Tickets ≈ EUR 26 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 50

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

09:00–11:00 · approx. €16 for Palatine Gallery · combined tickets may cost more (check on the day)

Pitti Palace Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Go early, before the gardens fill up.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:50 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 412 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

11:45–13:15 · approx. €10–12 (check on the day)

Boboli Gardens Landmark quest

Pick a dry day. Closing time changes through the year.

Open Daily from about 08:15 until sunset · Closing times vary (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 362 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

14:30–16:30 · Free to walk · workshop or tour costs vary

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Many shops close on Sunday. Check the hours on the day.

Open Shops open about 10:00–19:00 · many close on Sunday (check on the day)
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

18:45–19:45 · Free

Piazzale Michelangelo

Always open. Go for the sunset view over the city.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 10

3 nights · Food

Eaters who want markets, wine bars and a food tour on a walkable centre.

Stay: San Lorenzo. Close to the Medici Chapels and the central market; busy streets with many restaurants.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 137
Taxis: ≈ EUR 140
Hotel: EUR 390–960

Day 1

Oltrarno and the river

Tickets ≈ EUR 0 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 50

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 263 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

12:00–13:00 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Lunch at the market. Opens around 10:00 until late.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

14:00–16:00 · Free to walk · workshop or tour costs vary

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Wander the workshops. Many close on Sunday.

Open Shops open about 10:00–19:00 · many close on Sunday (check on the day)
Taxi · 678 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

18:30–19:00 · Free

Ponte Vecchio Landmark quest

Open all day. Good for an early evening look.

Open Open all day, always
Taxi · 374 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

19:15–20:00 · Free

Arno River Landmark quest

A short river walk before dinner.

Open Open all day
Taxi back to your hotel · 766 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 10

Day 2

Duomo, market and food tour

Tickets ≈ EUR 107 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 40

Taxi from your hotel · 373 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

09:30–11:30 · Free to enter · dome climb approx. €20–30 (check on the day)

Florence Cathedral Landmark quest

Go early. Check the hours on the day.

Open Mon–Fri about 10:00–17:00 · Sat about 10:00–16:45 · Sun limited (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 499 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

12:30–13:30 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Second market lunch. Try the stalls on the upper floor.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 1012 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

14:30–15:45 · approx. €17–25 depending on route (check on the day)

Palazzo Vecchio Landmark quest

Daily around 09:00 to 19:00. Some Fridays open later.

Open Daily about 09:00–19:00 · Friday until about 23:00 in some periods (check on the day) · Source
4

19:00–22:00 · approx. €70–110 per person (check on the day)

Florence food and wine tour

Evening food and wine tour. Book ahead and check times on the day.
Taxi back to your hotel · 732 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10

Day 3

Gallery morning and a sunset

Tickets ≈ EUR 30 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 50

Taxi from your hotel · 698 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

09:00–10:30 · approx. €16–18 plus booking fee (check on the day)

Galleria dell'Accademia Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Weekday mornings are quietest.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:50 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 521 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

11:00–12:00 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Coffee and a snack before lunch. Opens around 10:00.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 1410 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

13:00–14:15 · approx. €14–18 with museum and cloisters (check on the day)

Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence Landmark quest

Open Monday to Saturday. Sunday afternoons only.

Open Mon–Sat about 09:30–17:30 · Sun afternoons only (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 861 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

18:45–19:45 · Free

Piazzale Michelangelo

Always open. Best at sunset with a drink from the hilltop kiosk.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ EUR 10

3 nights · Romance

Couples who want quiet river walks, hilltop views and slow dinners.

Stay: Oltrarno. Quieter artisan streets across the Arno, with Palazzo Pitti and Santo Spirito square nearby.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 82
Taxis: ≈ EUR 140
Hotel: EUR 330–840

Day 1

Oltrarno slow morning

Tickets ≈ EUR 26 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 50

Taxi from your hotel · 1106 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

10:00–12:00 · approx. €16 for Palatine Gallery · combined tickets may cost more (check on the day)

Pitti Palace Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Visit before the gardens get busy.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:50 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 412 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

13:00–14:30 · approx. €10–12 (check on the day)

Boboli Gardens Landmark quest

Best on a dry day in spring or early autumn.

Open Daily from about 08:15 until sunset · Closing times vary (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 362 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

15:30–17:30 · Free to walk · workshop or tour costs vary

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Browse quiet streets. Many shops close on Sunday.

Open Shops open about 10:00–19:00 · many close on Sunday (check on the day)
Taxi · 678 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

19:30–20:00 · Free

Ponte Vecchio Landmark quest

Open all day. Check sunset time on the day.

Open Open all day, always
Taxi back to your hotel · 1446 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 10

Day 2

Duomo, lunch and river evening

Tickets ≈ EUR 17 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 40

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

09:00–11:00 · Free to enter · dome climb approx. €20–30 (check on the day)

Florence Cathedral Landmark quest

Go early for fewer people. Check hours on the day.

Open Mon–Fri about 10:00–17:00 · Sat about 10:00–16:45 · Sun limited (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 499 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

11:45–12:45 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Easy lunch. Opens around 10:00.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 1012 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

14:00–15:15 · approx. €17–25 depending on route (check on the day)

Palazzo Vecchio Landmark quest

Daily around 09:00 to 19:00.

Open Daily about 09:00–19:00 · Friday until about 23:00 in some periods (check on the day) · Source
4

17:30–18:15 · Free

Arno River Landmark quest

Early evening walk along the river.

Open Open all day
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10

Day 3

Uffizi and hilltop sunset

Tickets ≈ EUR 39 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 50

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

08:30–11:00 · approx. €25 full ticket plus booking fee (check on the day)

Uffizi Gallery Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Book a timed entry. Early visits are calmer.

Open Tue–Sun about 08:15–18:30 · Closed Mon (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 1223 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

11:30–12:30 · Food costs vary by stall (check on the day)

Mercato Centrale

Relaxed lunch at the market hall.

Open Daily about 10:00–midnight (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 1410 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

13:30–14:45 · approx. €14–18 with museum and cloisters (check on the day)

Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence Landmark quest

Open Monday to Saturday. Sunday afternoons only.

Open Mon–Sat about 09:30–17:30 · Sun afternoons only (check on the day) · Source
Taxi · 861 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

18:30–19:30 · Free

Piazzale Michelangelo

Always open. Best at sunset.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 10

Swap in instead

Take a day trip to Siena or Pisa by train or bus; check timetables on the day.
Spend a half day in the Chianti hills by taxi or organised tour; book ahead in high season.
Add a second night for a slower pace, with a cooking class or a Uffizi and Boboli Gardens day.

Getting around

Tram T2 links the airport to Santa Maria Novella station and runs until about 00:30 on weekdays and 02:00 on weekends; the route takes about 20 minutes.
Tram 1 runs from Villa Constanza Park & Ride through the western suburbs to Santa Maria Novella, about 25 minutes, every 3 to 10 minutes.
AutolineeToscane buses serve the city. Tap a contactless Visa, Mastercard or Amex card, or buy a €1.70 paper ticket before boarding; a 90-minute hop-on, hop-off window applies.
Taxis have few stands and are hard to hail on the street. Book by phone or use the stand at Santa Maria Novella, and carry cash. Check locally whether Uber or FreeNow is available.
Driving inside the historic centre is restricted by camera and fines are high. Park at Park & Ride sites and walk or take the bus in.
Most of the centre is flat and walkable in about 30 minutes end to end. Shared city bikes are available, and cycle paths help you bypass the old streets.

Where to stay

Santa Maria Novella · ≈ EUR 120–300 a night
Near the main station, the Duomo area and the tram links to the airport and Park & Ride sites.
San Lorenzo · ≈ EUR 130–320 a night
Close to the Medici Chapels and the central market; busy streets with many restaurants.
Santa Croce · ≈ EUR 120–300 a night
Lively piazza, leather shops and easy walks to the Duomo and the Arno; good for food.
Oltrarno · ≈ EUR 110–280 a night
Quieter artisan streets across the Arno, with Palazzo Pitti and Santo Spirito square nearby.

Food & drink

Eat at a trattoria with a handwritten menu; Florentine dishes like ribollita and bistecca are best shared.
Visit the Mercato Centrale for a casual lunch; the San Lorenzo market stalls are good for snacks.
Try a schiacciata sandwich or a gelato from a shop with covered tubs and no piled-high colours.
Book dinner ahead on weekends and in high season; many places close one day a week, so check first.
Aperitivo is common in the late afternoon; order a spritz and small snacks at a bar.
Tap water is safe to drink; ask for a bottle of local Chianti at a wine bar for a fair price.

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Tours & activities

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Uffizi Gallery

Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces, including works by Botticelli
Guided small-group visit with expert commentary
3,000 reviews · 4.7 rating

Small groupTicket included

Uffizi Gallery Small-Group Guided Tour with Ticket

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.7 (3,000)

$103View tour

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Florence Cathedral

Climb Brunelleschi's Dome for rooftop views
Cathedral, Baptistery and Bell Tower on one ticket
6,421 reviews · 4.5 rating

Dome climbEntry ticket included

Brunelleschi's Dome Climb Entry Ticket & Duomo

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.5 (6,421)

$54View tour

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Galleria dell'Accademia

David

Stand before Michelangelo's David with a guide
Pre-reserved entry to skip planning hassles
4,830 reviews · 4.7 rating

Guided tourTimed entry

Accademia Gallery David Guided Tour & Timed Entry

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.7 (4,830)

$56View tour

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Medici Chapels

Guided visit to the Medici family chapels
Marble and fresco-covered Renaissance interiors
305 reviews · 4.8 rating

Guided tourHighly rated

Medici Chapels Guided Tour

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.8 (305)

$59View tour

Souvenirs

Leather wallet

EUR 60–1501 piece · estimate

A wallet made by students and craftspeople at a leather school in Florence. Florence has made fine leather goods for centuries.

Where: Scuola del Cuoio, Santa Croce

Check the leather, the stitching, and the stamped marks before you buy.

Marbled paper notebook

EUR 15–351 small notebook · estimate

A small notebook with patterned paper, a craft closely tied to Florence's paper traditions.

Where: Il Papiro, near the Duomo

Look for hand-marbled paper, not printed patterns.

Santa Maria Novella soap

EUR 15–251 bar, 100 to 150 g · shop prices

A soap from one of Florence's oldest perfume brands. It is a classic gift from the city.

Where: Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica, Via della Scala

A bar is easy to pack in your luggage.

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Landmarks 18

Must-see · 7

Florence Cathedral

Uffizi Gallery

Galleria dell'Accademia

Ponte Vecchio

Piazza della Signoria

Palazzo Vecchio

Piazzale Michelangelo

Cultural

Christian 4

Garden 1

Museum 2

Market 1

Palace 2

Historical Square 2

Bridge 1

Natural

River 1

Activities

Painting 3

Artwork 1

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Plans

Galleria dell'Accademia Landmark quest

Florence Cathedral Landmark quest

Mercato Centrale

Uffizi Gallery Landmark quest

Palazzo Vecchio Landmark quest

Mercato Centrale

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Ponte Vecchio Landmark quest

Florence food and wine tour

Pitti Palace Landmark quest

Boboli Gardens Landmark quest

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Piazzale Michelangelo

Ponte Vecchio Landmark quest

Uffizi Gallery Landmark quest

Palazzo Vecchio Landmark quest

Mercato Centrale

Galleria dell'Accademia Landmark quest

Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence Landmark quest

Pitti Palace Landmark quest

Ponte Vecchio Landmark quest

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Florence Cathedral Landmark quest

Mercato Centrale

Galleria dell'Accademia Landmark quest

Palazzo Vecchio Landmark quest

Florence food and wine tour

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence Landmark quest

Mercato Centrale

Pitti Palace Landmark quest

Boboli Gardens Landmark quest

Oltrarno neighbourhood walk

Piazzale Michelangelo

Florence Cathedral Landmark quest

Mercato Centrale

Palazzo Vecchio Landmark quest

Ponte Vecchio Landmark quest