Activity on TourBookGoSee David at your own pace in the Accademia Gallery
SLOW TOUR TUSCANY arranges ticket collection at the museum so you can bypass that queue. You will still pass through security before exploring without an in-person guide.
City guide
Florence: a guide to planning your visit
Florence gives you room for art, unhurried walks and memorable meals. Start with what matters most to you, then shape the rest of your visit around it.
Make Florence your own
Whether you are planning a trip or looking for fresh ideas in a city you already know, this guide helps you make the useful decisions first. Explore what makes Florence distinctive, when to go and where to stay. Then look at activities, transport, costs, food and safety. Short on time? Use the itinerary to put your priorities in order.
- Choose your priorities before filling your schedule.
- Pick an area to stay that suits your plans.
- Leave space for walks and breaks.
Check a ticket to see Michelangelo’s David
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Activity on TourBookGoTen guides to help you plan
Jump to the decision on your mind, or follow the guides in order to build your visit.
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Discover
What makes Florence special
Get a feel for the city's art, streets and everyday rhythm before choosing what to see.
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Timing
Best time to visit Florence
Consider when the city best suits your preferences and style of travel.
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Accommodation
Where to stay in Florence
Choose an area based on your plans and how you prefer to get around.
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Activities
Things to do in Florence
Find ways to balance cultural visits, walks and time to explore.
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Transport
Getting around Florence
Plan how to move between the areas you want to visit.
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Budget
Florence travel budget
Think through how accommodation, meals and activities shape your spending.
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Food
Where to eat in Florence
Make room for meals in your plans without letting them dictate your whole day.
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Safety
Staying safe in Florence
Read practical advice on staying aware and looking after your belongings.
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Tips
Mistakes to avoid in Florence
Spot planning choices that could make your visit less enjoyable.
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Itinerary
Florence itinerary
Turn your priorities into a route you can adapt to the time available.
View guide →Experiences in Florence
Discover selected experiences in Florence and compare different ways to explore the city before booking.
Activity on TourBookGoGuided walking tour of Florence’s highlights
A local guide connects central Florence’s landmarks with Renaissance stories. The advertised tour lasts 90 minutes, although the listed sections total 100; check the schedule for your booking.
Activity on TourBookGoPitti Palace, Palatine Gallery and Boboli Gardens: English guided tour
Explore Pitti Palace and the Palatine Gallery with an English-speaking guide. Check the Boboli itinerary and summer departure exception before booking.
Activity on TourBookGoTuscany hot air balloon flight from San Casciano Val di Pesa
Fly above Tuscany near San Casciano Val di Pesa. Check the meeting point, inclusions and weather arrangements before booking this hot air balloon experience.
Plan from where you are
Plan my dayWhat can you do in Florence today?
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