Uffizi GalleryAttraction
Uffizi Gallery
The great collection of Renaissance painting, with Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo. Closed on Mondays.
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AirportsFlorence (FLR), Pisa (PSA)
Getting aroundOn foot, trams and buses
CurrencyEuro (EUR)
Best monthsApril to June, September and October
Florence in brief
Florence is a small Renaissance city on the Arno. The historic centre is a World Heritage site, and you can cross it on foot in about half an hour.
The Uffizi and the Accademia, home of Michelangelo’s David, use timed reservations that sell out in high season. The climb up the cathedral dome must also be booked for a set time.
The centre is closed to most traffic, so walking is the way to get around. Cross the Arno to the Oltrarno for workshops, quieter streets and the best views back over the city.
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Uffizi Gallery
Accademia GalleryAttraction
Accademia Gallery
The home of Michelangelo’s David. Closed on Mondays.
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Florence Cathedral and Brunelleschi’s DomeAttraction
Florence Cathedral and Brunelleschi’s Dome
The marble cathedral and its vast brick dome. The dome climb needs a timed booking.
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Ponte VecchioAttraction
Ponte Vecchio
The medieval bridge over the Arno, lined with goldsmiths’ shops.
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Palazzo VecchioAttraction
Palazzo Vecchio
The fortress-like town hall on Piazza della Signoria, with frescoed halls and a tower.
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Pitti Palace and Boboli GardensAttraction
Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens
The Medici palace across the river and the formal gardens climbing the hill behind it.
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Photo: Uffizi Gallery — Verum3414 (CC BY 4.0); Accademia Gallery — George M. Groutas (CC BY 2.0); Florence Cathedral and Brunelleschi’s Dome — George M. Groutas (CC BY 2.0); Ponte Vecchio — Commonists (CC BY-SA 4.0); Palazzo Vecchio — Diego Delso (CC BY-SA 4.0); Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens — Diego Delso (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons
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Getting there and around
Airport transfer from Florence Airport (FLR)A pre-booked car from arrivals to your hotel. Alternatives are the T2 tram to the centre or a taxi.
Trains from FlorenceHigh-speed trains reach Rome in about an hour and a half, Milan in under two hours and Venice in a little over two hours.
Car rentalNot for the city: the centre is a limited traffic zone with camera fines. Useful for the Tuscan countryside.
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Duomo and Signoria
The heart of the old centre, steps from the main sights. Busy by day.
2
Santa Croce
Lively streets with restaurants and leather shops, east of the centre.
3
Oltrarno
Across the river, with artisan workshops, small squares and a local feel.
4
Santa Maria Novella
Beside the main railway station. Practical for day trips by train.
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Florence day by day
- Day 1: The Duomo and the old centreThe Cathedral, the Baptistery and the dome climb, then Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio and Ponte Vecchio.
- Day 2: The Uffizi and Santa CroceThe Uffizi in the morning with a timed ticket, Santa Croce in the afternoon, then sunset from Piazzale Michelangelo.
- Day 3: David and the OltrarnoThe Accademia in the morning, the San Lorenzo market, then the Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens across the river.
- With a fourth dayTake a day trip to Siena or Pisa.
Local tips
- The Uffizi and the Accademia are closed on Mondays. Plan those visits for another day.
- Shoulders and knees must be covered in the cathedral and other churches.
- Do not drive into the centre. Cameras fine cars that enter the limited traffic zone.
- The dome climb has 463 steps and no lift. The passages are narrow.
- State museums are free on the first Sunday of the month, and very crowded.
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Florence is compact, and two to three days is enough for the main sights. Reserve the Uffizi, the Accademia and the Duomo dome in advance, and use the T2 tram from Florence airport.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Florence?
April to June and September to October are mild. July and August are hot and crowded.
How many days do I need in Florence?
Two to three full days cover the main sights. Add a day for the Tuscan towns.
Should I book the Uffizi and the Accademia ahead?
Yes. Both use timed tickets, and good slots sell out well ahead in high season.
How do I get from the airport to the centre?
From Florence Airport, the T2 tram runs to the centre in about twenty minutes. Taxis and pre-booked transfers are also available. Pisa Airport is about an hour away by train or coach.
Can I visit Florence on a day trip from Rome?
Yes. High-speed trains take about an hour and a half each way. Book the Uffizi or the Accademia before you go.