13 days in Florence Itinerary

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Eldorado and Fosso Bianco - Bagni San Filippo. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Castello di Verrazzano and Historic Centre of San Gimignano. Change things up with these side-trips from Florence: Bagno Maurizio (in Viareggio), San Gimignano 1300 (in San Gimignano) and Bagni Sirena (in Marina di Castagneto Carducci). There's still lots to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Bagno Eva, tour the pleasant surroundings at Dog Beach, examine the collection at Galleria dell'Accademia, and explore the world behind art at Uffizi Galleries.

For where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Florence travel route planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major airports are Peretola Airport, Pisa International Airport and Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport. In July, daily temperatures in Florence can reach 86°F, while at night they dip to 65°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.