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Florence Travel Guide

Comprehensive practical guide from Rick Steves covering Florence's top sights, suggested itineraries (1–4 days), timing and crowd tips, museum reservation advice, and highlights like the Duomo, Uffizi, Accademia and Oltrarno.

Florence – Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet's destination hub for Florence offering curated articles on best things to do, neighborhoods, food, museums, planning tools and up-to-date feature pieces such as neighborhood guides and seasonal advice.

Lonely Planet’s guide to overtourism in Florence

An in-depth article examining the impacts of mass tourism on Florence, with facts and practical tips for avoiding crowds, alternative attractions beyond the main sites, and guidance for more sustainable visiting.

Explore Florence Like a Local: Expert-Curated Itinerary

A neighborhood-focused itinerary from Lonely Planet that highlights local experiences, must-see monuments and off-the-beaten-path food and shopping stops to help travelers see Florence beyond the big-ticket museums.

23 best things to do in Florence, from lesser-known Museo Stibbert to trending Vivoli

Condé Nast Traveller’s curated list of top experiences in Florence combining famous attractions with lesser-known museums, markets, eateries and neighborhoods, plus practical notes on what makes each pick special.

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (Duomo)

Piazza del Duomo, 50122 Firenze FI

Florence’s cathedral, crowned by Brunelleschi’s groundbreaking dome (completed 1436), symbolized the city’s artistic and civic ambitions during the Renaissance; the complex includes Giotto’s bell tower and the baptistery.

Uffizi Gallery

Piazza della Signoria, 50122 Firenze FI

Originally built as administrative offices (uffizi) for the Medici, the palace was transformed into one of the world’s first modern museums, housing an unparalleled collection of Renaissance masterpieces.

Ponte Vecchio

Ponte Vecchio, spanning the Arno at the historic center

Medieval stone bridge famous for its line of shops (historically butchers, later goldsmiths) and for surviving WWII destruction; it remains an emblem of Florence’s mercantile and artisanal history.

Palazzo Vecchio & Piazza della Signoria

Piazza della Signoria, 50122 Firenze FI

The imposing civic palace and the adjoining square served as Florence’s political center for centuries; its exterior and statues (a copy of Michelangelo’s David stood here) reflect the city’s civic pride.

Piazzale Michelangelo

Piazzale Michelangelo, 50125 Firenze FI (Oltrarno hill overlooking the city)

Panoramic terrace created in the 19th century offering sweeping views across Florence; a favorite spot for sunsets and a ceremonial viewpoint celebrating Michelangelo and the city’s artistic heritage.

Climb the Duomo (Brunelleschi’s Dome)

Climb the internal passageways and terraces of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore up to Brunelleschi’s dome for close-up views of the dome’s frescoes and panoramic views of Florence.

Iconic engineering and artistic experience plus one of the best vantage points over the city; memorable for architecture and skyline photography.

Visit the Uffizi Gallery

Explore the Uffizi’s world-class collection of Renaissance painting, including works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo and Raphael.

Essential for art lovers to see masterpieces that shaped Western art and to experience Florence’s Renaissance heart.

Stroll Ponte Vecchio and the Oltrarno

Walk the historic bridge with its jewelers and then cross into Oltrarno to explore artisan workshops, small trattorie and the quieter, authentic side of Florence.

Combines a must-see landmark with a charming neighborhood offering crafts, local dining and fewer crowds.

Boboli Gardens & Pitti Palace grounds

Wander the expansive Renaissance gardens behind the Pitti Palace with statues, grottos and panoramic terraces over the city.

A peaceful, green escape offering sculpture, landscape design and excellent views; ideal for relaxed walks after museum visits.

Take a Tuscan cooking class or market tour

Join a small-group class or guided market tour to learn to cook classic Tuscan dishes and shop for fresh ingredients at a local market.

Hands-on culinary experience that connects you to regional ingredients and cooking traditions; you leave with practical skills and tasty memories.