🇮🇹 Italy
Florence travel guide
Florence (Firenze) is the capital of Tuscany and birthplace of the Renaissance. This compact city overflows with masterpieces from Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Leonardo. Walk cobblestone streets linking the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, and Ponte Vecchio while savoring Tuscan cuisine and world-famous gelato. Florence is Italy's cultural heart.
Language
Italian (English in tourist areas)
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Timezone
CET (GMT+1) / CEST (GMT+2 summer)
Best time
April to June, September to October
Budget/day
€80-180/day
When to visit
Jan
3°C to 11°C
Feb
4°C to 12°C
Mar
6°C to 15°C
Apr
9°C to 19°C
May
12°C to 24°C
Jun
16°C to 29°C
Jul
19°C to 32°C
Aug
18°C to 32°C
Sep
15°C to 27°C
Oct
11°C to 21°C
Nov
6°C to 14°C
Dec
3°C to 11°C
Safety
very-safeFlorence is safe. Pickpockets at Duomo and train station.
Women travellers
Very safe. Normal precautions. Well-lit historic center.
Culture & etiquette
- + Cover shoulders/knees in churches
- + Learn basic Italian phrases
- + Book Uffizi/Accademia in advance
- + Eat dinner late (8pm+)
- - Don't sit on church steps (illegal, fined)
- - Don't eat near monuments (restricted)
- - Don't skip the line without booking
- - Don't rush - enjoy the pace
Food to try
Bistecca alla Fiorentina
T-bone steak Florentine style
Ribollita
Tuscan bread soup
Lampredotto
Traditional tripe sandwich
Pappa al pomodoro
Tomato bread soup
Schiacciata
Tuscan flatbread
Gelato
Best in the world - try Vivoli, Gelateria della Passera
Hidden gems
Details are indicative and may change. Verify visa, safety, and entry requirements before travel.