THE DESTINATION EDIT PLACE GUIDE
Illustrative view of Florence

EUROPE✳ITALY

Florence.

Renaissance art, river crossings and a compact historic center.

EXPLORE THE GUIDE
EXPLORELIO · ILLUSTRATIVE VIEW
01 / PLACEFlorence
02 / REGIONEurope
03 / THE FEELArt & river walks
04 / IN THIS GUIDEHighlights & a flexible route
01 / GET TO KNOW THE PLACE

Find your
Florence.

Renaissance art, river crossings and a compact historic center.

Florence can fill a short trip with art and architecture, yet its center also rewards unplanned walks. Choose a few must-see museums before you go and leave space for the city beyond them.

Use the ideas below as a starting point and shape the days around your interests and travel dates.

Start with the highlights
02 / SEE & DO

The places that
stay with you.

Three starting points for a first visit to Florence.

Illustrative view of Florence01
ITALY

Duomo area

The cathedral complex anchors the historic center.

Florence · a flexible first visit
02
ITALY

Uffizi

A focused art visit works better than trying to see everything.

Florence · a flexible first visit
03
ITALY

Oltrarno

Cross the river for workshops and slower neighborhood streets.

Florence · a flexible first visit
03 / A SIMPLE ROUTE

Two days,
your way.

A relaxed starting route through Florence. Check distances and current access before you set the order.

AN IDEA TO MAKE YOUR OWN, NOT A FIXED SCHEDULE.
DAY 01FIRST IMPRESSIONS

Find the rhythm.

  1. MorningStart with Duomo area; give yourself time to look around.
  2. AfternoonMove on to Uffizi if the journey fits comfortably.
  3. EveningTry Bistecca alla fiorentina and leave room for an unplanned walk.
DAY 02GO A LITTLE DEEPER

Make it yours.

  1. MorningExplore Oltrarno at a pace that suits the day.
  2. AfternoonChoose another neighborhood or return to the part of Florence that caught your attention.
  3. EveningLook for Ribollita or another local food experience.
04 / PICK YOUR MOMENT

When to go.

Choose dates around the kind of days you want to have.

☼WEATHER & LIGHT

Match the season.

Spring and autumn suit long walks; summer is warmer and busy, while winter can be quieter for museums.

✳YOUR DATES

Keep room to adjust.

Reserve high-demand museum entries ahead and check current rules for major landmarks.

05 / TASTE THE PLACE

Make room
for one more.

Food is another way into Florence. These are a few local flavors to look for; menus and availability vary.

01

Bistecca alla fiorentina

A thick grilled steak traditionally shared.

02

Ribollita

A hearty Tuscan vegetable and bread soup.

03

Cantucci

Crunchy almond biscuits often served after a meal.

06 / BEFORE YOU GO

Now make it yours.

Reserve high-demand museum entries ahead and check current rules for major landmarks. Use the route above as a guide, then check current opening hours, transport and conditions for your dates.

Explore trip options Compare destinations
Prices, access and local conditions change. Confirm details with official sources and providers before booking.
Illustrative view of FlorenceILLUSTRATIVE VIEW ✳
GOOD TO KNOW

A few last
questions.

Where should I start in Florence? ＋

Duomo area is one possible first stop. Pair it with Uffizi if the journey works for your day.

Is two days enough for a first visit? ＋

Two days can give you an introduction, but the route above is deliberately flexible. Add time if you want to slow down or explore beyond these starting points.

What should I check before booking? ＋

Reserve high-demand museum entries ahead and check current rules for major landmarks. Check final prices and availability with each provider.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

Make Florence happen.

Find experiences, choose a place to stay and compare flights. Check current details with each provider before you book.

THINGS TO DO
01 / EXPLORE

Discover Florence.

Three ways to start exploring. Open an idea to see current activities and availability.

01 / FlorenceExplore the highlightsFind activities and sights for your visit.Explore activities 02 / FlorenceGo with a local guideBrowse guided tours and small group experiences.Explore activities 03 / FlorenceTickets and experiencesSee available tickets and things to do.Explore activities
STAYS
02 / STAY

Find your place to stay.

Explore accommodation near Florence, then choose dates and check availability on Booking.com.

Explore stays in Florence

Compare places that fit your dates and budget.

See available stays
FLIGHTS
03 / GET THERE

Find a route that works.

Choose your departure point and dates, then compare flights on Expedia. You can edit the destination if another airport works better.

Check baggage and final prices on Expedia before booking.Browse all flights ↗

Partner links via Stay22: we may earn a commission if you book, at no extra cost to you. Prices and availability are provided by the partner.