Hotels near the Duomo or Santa Maria Novella HotelWalkable to nearly everything, with train access for day trips.
3Days
12Stops
9Meal tips
About Β£100-160 a day, mid-range, flights excludedBudget
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Three days in Florence: the Duomo and the Uffizi, Michelangelo's David and the Oltrarno artisans, and a day trip to Pisa or the Tuscan hill towns. Florence is small and walkable, but major museums need advance booking. Best in April to June and September to October.
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Day by day
The Duomo and the Uffizi
09:00
Florence Cathedral and Baptistery
The red-domed Duomo, Giotto's bell tower and the Baptistery's golden doors form the city's religious heart. Climbing the dome needs a reserved slot.
View on map βπ‘ Reserve a dome slot weeks ahead in high season.
12:00
Piazza della Signoria
An open-air museum of sculptures, in front of Palazzo Vecchio, the old town hall.
View on map βπ‘ Enter Palazzo Vecchio for the tower views if you have time.
14:00
Uffizi Gallery
The greatest collection of Renaissance paintings, including Botticelli's Birth of Venus.
View on map βπ‘ Book a timed ticket in advance.
18:30
Ponte Vecchio at sunset
The medieval bridge lined with jewellery shops is best seen at golden hour.
View on map βπ‘ Walk across for views along the Arno.
π½ Where to eat
breakfastCappuccino and cornettoItalian Β· $
lunchPanino all'Antica Porchetta or similarItalian Β· $
dinnerPasta and ChiantiItalian Β· $$
π Book ahead for day 1Tickets and tours: Florence Cathedral and Baptisβ¦ π¨ Find a hotel
David, markets and the Oltrarno
09:00
Galleria dell'Accademia
Home of Michelangelo's David and unfinished 'Prisoners' sculptures. The gallery is small, so a visit is quick.
View on map βπ‘ Reservation is strongly recommended.
10:30
San Lorenzo Market and Mercato Centrale
A street market of leather goods and a two-storey food hall with Tuscan specialities.
View on map βπ‘ Bargain politely and check leather quality.
14:00
Palazzo Pitti and Boboli Gardens
A Renaissance palace with art collections and a large terraced garden with views over the city.
View on map βπ‘ Gardens are shady in summer.
18:00
Piazzale Michelangelo
A hilltop terrace with the best panorama of Florence at sunset.
View on map βπ‘ Walk up from the river for a steep but scenic climb.
π½ Where to eat
breakfastPastry and coffeeItalian Β· $
lunchLampredotto sandwich or pasta at the marketItalian Β· $
dinnerBistecca alla fiorentina in the OltrarnoItalian Β· $$$
π Book ahead for day 2Tickets and tours: Galleria dell'Accademia
Tuscany day trip
09:00
Train to Pisa
Trains run from Santa Maria Novella to Pisa Centrale in about an hour.
View on map βπ‘ Regional trains are cheaper than fast trains.
10:30
Pisa's Piazza dei Miracoli
The Leaning Tower, Cathedral and Baptistery stand together on a lawn. Climbing the tower requires a timed ticket.
View on map βπ‘ Book the tower online.
13:00
Lunch in Pisa
Try cecina, a chickpea pancake, or a Tuscan pasta dish.
View on map βπ‘ Avoid restaurants right beside the tower.
16:00
Return to Florence for dinner in the Oltrarno
The Oltrarno has small trattorias and artisan workshops.
View on map βπ‘ Reserve at weekends.
π½ Where to eat
breakfastHotel breakfastItalian Β· $
lunchCecina in PisaItalian Β· $
dinnerTrattoria dinnerItalian Β· $$
π Book ahead for day 3Tickets and tours: Train to Pisa
Good to know
βοΈ Getting thereFlorence Airport is linked to the city centre by tram T2 (about 20 minutes). Pisa airport has a direct train.
π Getting aroundThe old centre is walkable. Buses and trams are available but rarely needed. Taxis are plentiful.
π· CurrencyEuro (β¬). Cards are accepted widely.
π£ LanguageItalian. English is common at major sights.
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