Do I need to cover up in Florence?

You may want to bring some lightweight clothing like a dress, or a nice shirt with shorts. Keep in mind some places you visit in Florence (like the Florence Duomo) have a dress code. Typically, the dress code is to make sure you have your knees and shoulders covered.



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Italians tend to dress simply and stylishly and in fitted rather than baggy clothing. Choose neutral colors like black, dark blue, beige, and white and pack button-down shirts and blouses; chinos; knee-length or below skirts; and a blazer or leather jacket if you're traveling in the shoulder seasons.

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There is no dress code when going to most restaurants but you might receive some funny looks if you show up in sweats. Dressing well is respectful and you'll want to try to blend in with the locals.

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We just returned from two weeks in Italy including visits to churches in Venice, Florence and Rome. Many women wore sandals. As long as your knees and shoulders are covered, you should be good to go.

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Is there a dress code inside museums? There are typically no dress codes for museums in Italy. However, dress codes are enforced in the Vatican Museums. If you plan to visit a museum and church on the same day, you should remember to wear clothing appropriate to enter a church.

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Wearing tunics, comfortable jeans, or traditional clothing would be the best way to go when deciding on your attire for visiting the Duomo.

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Shirts or blouses that cover your shoulders: Plain t-shirts, formal shirts, or full-sleeved blouses or tops are permitted. Trousers or skirts that cover your knees: Pants that cover your knees and long skirts or dresses can be worn inside the Basilica. Flat shoes: Go for flat shoes or sneakers.

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Accessibility. Admission to the cathedral is allowed only to people wearing clothing suitable for a place of worship. Visitors with bare legs and shoulders or wearing sandals, hats and sunglasses are not allowed inside the cathedral.

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Avoid Beach Clothes Especially when you are visiting big cities like Florence or Rome, or locations not right on the shore, shorts, crop tops, short skirts and flip flops are definitely not the proper outfit for the day.

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There is a dress code for churches and basilicas. Shoulders and knees must be covered; shorts, miniskirts, and sleeveless shirts are not permitted. It is recommended that you not take large bags or backpacks on tours that include churches as storage accommodations are not always available.

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– The best shoes for Italy are the ones you can comfortably walk in. Sneakers are fine also in Italy, but again, maybe not in a fancy restaurant. So consider taking also some nice pair of shoes with you.

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Avoid wandering around town alone late at night Provided you keep your wits about you and use common sense, you should feel safe and comfortable in Florence. Still, we'd advise avoiding the Santa Maria Novella area late at night when alone, as well as narrow dark alleys.

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