Florence
Italy
The Renaissance in a city you can cross on foot in thirty minutes.
Recommended· Level 1
About Florence
Florence holds an unreasonable concentration of art — the Uffizi, the Accademia, the Duomo — plus Tuscany on its doorstep for day trips.
Why go
The Uffizi, Michelangelo's David, the Duomo climb, and Tuscan day trips.
Top attractions in Florence
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Where to stay
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Suggested itinerary
- Day 1
Duomo and Uffizi
Dome climb, then the Uffizi.
- Day 2
Oltrarno
Pitti Palace, Boboli, Piazzale Michelangelo at sunset.
- Day 3
Tuscany
Siena and San Gimignano.
Good with family
- Leonardo interactive museum
- Boboli Gardens
- Gelato-making classes
Travel tips
- Book Uffizi and Accademia tickets weeks ahead
- The Duomo dome climb requires a timed reservation
- Day trips to Siena and San Gimignano are easy by bus
Safety in Florence
Recommended· Level 1
Very safe. Standard pickpocket awareness around the Duomo.
Official U.S. advisoryReviewed 2026-08-07