3 Days in Florence: Suggested Itineraries

Written by Viator, August 2010

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3 Days in Florence: Suggested Itineraries

So much can be said for Rome and the surrounding south of Italy. But those who would sing the praises of its cobbled alleyways, ancient aqueducts, and bustling air of Italian joie-de-vivre, can only help but fall in love with its sister, Florence, for she is like Rome, only somehow more beautiful.

Day 1: Get Oriented

The cultural and historical impact of Florence is overwhelming. Cradle of the Renaissance and home of Machiavelli, Michelangelo and the Medici, the city seems unfairly over-blessed with art, culture and history. It is understandable then, that the labyrinthine alleyways get confusing. Orient yourself with a tour, either by bike, Segway, or the Hop-on Hop-off tour. In the evening, be sure to try some of the delicious local Italian fare in the grand Piazza della Repubblica.

Day 2: Art and Culture of Florence

The Uffizi and Accademia Galleries are world famous for their prisons (yes, prisons) and for housing numerous famous Michelangelos and masters of the 14th and 15th century Florentines, so consider starting your day off there. From here, a walk into behind-the-scenes Florence, where a tour of the Vasari Corridor will lead you on to Piazza Santa Maria Novella and its magnificent Dominican church. Here you’ll see Brunellechi's famous crucifix and Masaccio's Trinity, Palazzo Davanzati, Ponte Vecchio and Dante's house. Wrap up your evening with some leisurely shopping, before falling asleep under the Italian stars.

Day 3: Day Trips from Florence

Florence has many wonders to behold, but one of those wonders is the legendary Italian Countryside. Easily accessible from Florence, the town of Pisa lies a scenic 102 kilometers west, and half of a day is all you’ll need to see its famous Leaning Tower. In the afternoon, it would be a shame to miss out on the region’s superb Chianti. After all, “when in Rome…”

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Reply by Frankie G, May 2012

Doing what: Tuscany in One Day Sightseeing Tour

Our tour was fantastic, so much so we book another day for the 5 villages and that was great also, a special thanks to Sandra our tour guide, and to the 2 boys the next day. had a great time and would advise others to take both these tours

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Reply by Anonymous, May 2012

Doing what: Tuscany in One Day Sightseeing Tour

very beautiful tour which is remember for life time

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Reply by Wee Siang C, May 2012

Doing what: Tuscany in One Day Sightseeing Tour

This was our best guided-tour among our honeymoon tours which includes Italy, Turkey and Grecce. We have engaged about 7 guided-tours in this hoilday and I have to rate this as our best and top guided-tour. Tuscany was a beautiful places to go and I recommended this shall not be a place to miss. But overall, our tour guide who made the differences. As you know, a boring tour-guide can makes you sleep in the bus or uninterested in certain places unknown to you. With her, she makes everything so interesting including excellent services and attitude and friendiness. She is able to explained most of the places with her deep knowledge of its history. Thank you, for making this trip a wonderful one!