The capital of the Tuscany region, Florence, is a comparatively tiny city known for its beautiful architecture and delectable culinary traditions. Like Venice or Rome, it is one of those cities that you simply must visit while traveling through Italy.
All of Florence’s main attractions are concentrated around its UNESCO-designated historical center, so spend a day or two exploring the city’s quaint, lovely streets on foot.
Top Activities in Florence
An excellent short European city tour is Florence. To enjoy the best possible 24 hours in Florence, do the following things. Because of the city’s popularity, purchasing tickets several weeks in advance is advised.
1.The Vecchio Palazzo
If you want to escape the massive tour group throngs, start your day early. Florence’s town hall is currently located in Palazzo Vecchio. The historic hub of the city, where people congregate, is the Palazzo, with its medieval-style architecture, and the Piazza Della Signoria square in front. Inside, the rooms and hallway are well furnished and accessible to guests. Every day, from 9 AM to 7 PM, it is open.
2.Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral
Proceed walking in the direction of Florence’s most visited attraction, the Duomo (cathedral). After more than 140 years of construction, the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore is a magnificent work of architecture. Its facade is marbled in shades of white, pink, and green; during the day, the sun’s location appears to affect the color of the structure.
The cathedral is open for free, and despite its appearance, there is lots of space inside, so waiting in line won’t take long.
It has the biggest dome and is among the biggest churches on Earth! It takes more than 460 stairs to reach the top of the dome, where visitors are permitted to enjoy an amazing view of the city. If you wish to climb the Duomo, you should absolutely plan ahead and buy your tickets as they sell out weeks in advance.
3.Florence’s Must-Do: All’Antico Vinaio
You must be hungry after walking for so long. Prepare yourself for an encounter at All’Antico Vinaio. This panini store is always packed—yes, the entire street—with people waiting in line for their delicious and reasonably priced paninis (sandwiches!). However, don’t let it deter you. The queue appears lengthy, but it moves quickly since they actually own three or four stores that are close to or across from one another and all sell the same products. This is definitely something you should do when visiting Florence!
4.Scoop Up the Best Gelato in Town
Turn right after crossing the Ponte Vecchio, and meander through the lovely streets across the river. This area is less crowded and offers a pleasant diversion from the busy streets. Proceed to Ponte Alla Carraia, but stop at Gelateria La Carraia for a delectable gelato before you cross the bridge.
5.Santa Croce Basilica
The Santa Croce Basilica and Piazza Santa Croce are a little more distant from the town center. The square is a great spot to have a seat, unwind, and take in the quaint atmosphere of Florence for a little while thanks to the cafes and street entertainers.
6.At dusk, Piazza del Duomo
Make sure you return to Florence’s Duomo around dusk to witness the sunset from the top of the dome, on the bustling Piazza del Duomo, or from one of the rooftop bars, such as Robiglio or La Terrazza. The rooftop of B&B La Terrazza Sul Duomo, where you must stay in order to access the roof, is, nevertheless, the greatest location. It’s an essential activity to perform when in Italy.
7. Meal in Italy
It’s a frequent misperception that Florence costs the same as Venice. Let’s disprove their claims. Savor a delectable Italian meal at Ristorante Brandolino or Trattoria San Pierino, where two freshly made pasta servings and drinks cost between 20 and 30 euros.
Directions to Florence
There are international flights into Florence’s airport from major European cities.
For 1.50 EUR (1.50 USD), you may take a tram from the airport to the city center.
By automobile Compared to larger cities like Rome, Florence is easier to get to and traverse by automobile.
By Train: Florence is conveniently located near all of Italy’s major train terminals, making travel there by train simple. Numerous cities throughout Europe are served by direct flights from the international airport. The high-speed rail route takes just 80 minutes to get from Rome to Florence.
Where in Florence to Stay
There are many wonderful places to stay in Florence, ranging from luxurious hotels to charming guesthouses and affordable hostels
Velona’s Jungle Luxury Suites
Santa Croce 14 B&B
Casa Botticelli
What Is the Price of Florence?
As the capital of the Tuscany region, Florence is one of the most visited cities in Italy. As a result, pricing do reflect this, with summertime marking the highest cost of lodging and transportation. On the other hand, if you plan ahead, you can score some amazing discounts.
Travel expenses in Florence
In Florence, one should budget between $770 − $3670 USD per person per week, although actual expenses will vary depending on lodging, activities, and transportation. Flights are not included in this pricing.
The Ideal Time to Go to Florence
All year long, Florence is a fantastic place to visit, but it’s especially wonderful in the shoulder seasons of spring and fall when the days are sunny and the weather is ideal for sightseeing.
The busiest season to visit Florence is summer, but it’s also the ideal time to use the city as a springboard to other Tuscany locations.
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