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  1. 1

    The world's finest Renaissance art collection

    • Must know: Closed Mondays
    • Tip: Late afternoon
    • Tip: Book ahead
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  2. 2

    Home of Michelangelo's David

    • Must know: Closed Mondays
    2 tips
    • Reserve tickets
    • Allow 90 minutes
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  3. 3

    Medieval palace with Donatello and Michelangelo sculptures

    3 tips
    • Closed some Mondays
    • Allow an hour
    • Less crowded than the Uffizi
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  4. 4

    Fra Angelico's frescoes in a Dominican convent

    3 tips
    • Closed some days; check hours
    • See the cells with frescoes
    • Allow an hour
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  5. 5

    Treasures from the cathedral, including Michelangelo's Pietà

    3 tips
    • Included in the Duomo pass
    • Great roof terrace views
    • Allow 90 minutes
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    Vast Medici palace holding several galleries

    • Must know: Closed Mondays
    • Tip: Allow a few hours
    1 tip
    • Combined ticket with Boboli
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    Town hall with frescoed rooms and a tower climb

    3 tips
    • Climb the tower for views
    • Book a secret passages tour
    • Open late on Thursdays
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    Science museum with Galileo's instruments

    • Must know: Closed Tuesdays
    2 tips
    • Great for kids
    • Allow an hour
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    Gothic basilica with tombs of Michelangelo and Galileo

    • Tip: Late afternoon
    • Tip: Dress code
    1 tip
    • Buy a combined ticket
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    Historic food market with a modern food hall upstairs

    3 tips
    • Go for lunch
    • Try the lampredotto
    • Closed Sunday market stalls
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Before you go: Florence tips

Transportation

  • Walk the historic centre: The Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, the Uffizi and Ponte Vecchio are all a short stroll apart, so walking beats any bus in central Florence.
  • Take the T2 tram from the airport: The T2 tram links Florence Peretola airport with Piazza dell'Unita beside Santa Maria Novella station, far cheaper than a taxi.
  • Never drive into the ZTL: The limited traffic zone covering the centre is watched by cameras, and rental drivers often get fines months later, so park outside and walk in.

Security

  • Guard bags in crowds: Pickpockets work the Duomo square, Ponte Vecchio and crowded buses, so wear your bag in front and keep phones out of back pockets.
  • Refuse free bracelets: Street sellers near Piazzale Michelangelo and the station may tie a bracelet on your wrist or hand you a rose, then demand money; just keep walking.
  • Check your bill: Florentine restaurants often add a coperto, a cover charge, and bistecca is priced by weight, so confirm the size before ordering and review the bill.

Saving

  • Drink from the fontanelli: Florence has public fountains, called fontanelli, dispensing free filtered still and sparkling water, so refill a bottle instead of buying water.
  • Grab a schiacciata: Florentine flatbread sandwiches stuffed with salami, pecorino or porchetta make a cheap, filling lunch, as does lampredotto from a street trippaio.
  • Use first Sunday free entry: Italian state museums, including the Uffizi and Accademia, offer free entry on the first Sunday of the month, so arrive early for queues.

Weather/Clothing

  • Beat the summer heat: July and August are very hot and humid in the Arno valley, so wear light linen, carry water and plan museums for the hottest hours.
  • Layer for winter: Winters are cool and damp with chilly mornings and occasional frost, so pack a warm coat, scarf and waterproof shoes for wet stone streets.
  • Cover up for churches: Shoulders and knees must be covered to enter the Duomo, Santa Croce and other churches, so carry a light scarf in summer.

Cultural

  • Order bistecca alla fiorentina: Florence's famous T-bone steak is cooked rare and meant for sharing; locals will not usually cook it well done, so trust the chef.
  • Drink coffee at the bar: Ordering espresso standing at the counter is the local way and costs less than table service; cappuccino is a morning-only habit.
  • Respect meal times: Most restaurants serve lunch and dinner at set hours and close in between, so plan meals around them or snack at a bar.

Local Hacks

  • Book big museums ahead: Reserve timed tickets for the Uffizi, the Accademia and the Duomo dome climb online, as walk-up queues can stretch for hours.
  • Climb past Piazzale Michelangelo: Walk up beyond the busy Piazzale to San Miniato al Monte, where monks sing Gregorian chant at vespers and the view is calmer.
  • Explore the Oltrarno: Across the river, Santo Spirito and San Frediano are full of artisan workshops, local bars and quieter trattorias away from the crowds.

1-day itineraries in Florence

Only have a day? Each one keeps you in one area, from morning to late afternoon, with lunch nearby.

Day 1 of 3

Ponte Vecchio and around

🕘 9:30–16:45📍 6 stops

  1. 1Ponte Vecchio
  2. 2Orsanmichele
  3. 3La Rinascente Rooftop
  4. 4Piazza della Signoria
  5. 5Uffizi Gallery
  6. and 1 more
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Day 2 of 3

Piazzale Michelangelo and around

🕘 9:30–16:45📍 5 stops

  1. 1Giardino delle Rose
  2. 2Piazzale Michelangelo
  3. 3Palazzo Pitti
  4. 4Piazza Santo Spirito
  5. 5Boboli Gardens
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Day 3 of 3

Florence Cathedral (Duomo) and around

🕘 9:30–16:00📍 4 stops

  1. 1Florence Cathedral (Duomo)
  2. 2Mercato Centrale
  3. 3Galleria dell'Accademia
  4. 4Museo di San Marco
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