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Representative view of Florence, Italy
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🇮🇹 Italy · Southern Europe

Florence

Renaissance core, walkable in two days.

Budget level
Higher cost
Best months
Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct
Ideal stay
2–4 days
Best for
Food, Culture, Romance

Overview

Renaissance core, walkable in two days. It is one of the places we suggest when planning a trip to Italy.

Plan & book

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Why go to Florence

  • A representative city stop on most Italy itineraries
  • Fits the wider Southern Europe travel style

Budget

Florence is higher cost by Italy standards. Across Italy, mid-range travellers typically spend about €155–€245 per person per day.

Country-level planning estimate, excluding flights. See the full Italy budget breakdown.

Practical information

Language
Italian; English is common in tourism areas
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Power
Type C/F/L, 230V
Entry
Italy is in the Schengen area. Entry rules depend on nationality — verify current official requirements before booking.

When to go to Florence

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Plan 2–4 days here. Highlighted months are the best fit for most travellers.

Getting around

  • A well-developed rail network, including high-speed services between the major cities
  • Regional and intercity trains reach smaller towns

Suggested itineraries

  • Rome, Florence, Venice

    10 days

    The classic first trip, by train.

    Route: Rome → Florence → Venice

Italy guides