How do you get around Florence without a car?

Getting around by bus is the most popular way of getting around Florence if you don't have a car. The tickets are affordable, so you can get from one side of the city to the other on spare change. The ATAF buses run on a regular schedule and are ideal for when you don't feel like walking.



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The best way to get around Florence is by foot. In fact, you can walk from one end of the city to the other in about 30 minutes, passing many recognizable sites along the way. Hopping aboard an ATAF bus is another option.

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The best way to get around Florence is by foot. In fact, you can walk from one end of the city to the other in about 30 minutes, passing many recognizable sites along the way. Hopping aboard an ATAF bus is another option.

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1. Florence, Italy. It'll take around ten minutes and just half a mile of walking to get a look at Florence's main attractions. The Ponte Vecchio, the city's famous Duomo and the Uffizi Gallery are basically within touching distance of each other.

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Taxis are less common in Florence than other cities in Italy because you can easily walk everywhere! Here are some tips for taking taxis in Florence: Download the taxi application. This is the easiest way to order a taxi in Florence.

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Top things to do in Florence
  • Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore. What is it: An absolute must-see in Florence (and to be honest, you can't miss it). ...
  • Palazzo Vecchio. ...
  • The Uffizi. ...
  • Galleria dell'Accademia. ...
  • Cappelle Medicee. ...
  • Mercato Centrale. ...
  • Arno River. ...
  • Caffé Gilli.


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If you're looking to just hit the city's top highlights, three or so days should be enough. But if you're like us, hitting the hotspots will only make you curious to stay longer ? especially in a place as rich with culture, cuisine, and history as Florence.

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English is widely spoken, but try to learn Italian It goes a long way, even if you're only able to say simple sentences or hello, goodbye, and thank you. Italians really appreciate when you try to learn the local language, not to mention it's a beautiful language to listen to and speak.

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For first-time visitors and those who have only a short time in Florence, we suggest staying in the Centro Storico or historic district. This area is the heart of Florence and here you'll find the magnificent cathedral or duomo – Santa Maria del Fiore – the Uffizi Gallery, and the Palazzo Vecchio.

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Exploring Florence on Foot. Florence's historical center is small and thus perfect for exploring on foot! Following a suggested itinerary is a great way to pass by specific monuments, experiencing the best of each area to save you time (and energy) while allowing you to discover things you may have never noticed...

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Where is the best nightlife in Florence? Florence's main strip is on the Via dei Benci between the River Arno and the Sant'Ambrogio district. Late-night revellers tend to end up at Red Garter, an American-themed dance and karaoke bar forever etched in memory as the place I lost my pride.

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Generally speaking, Florence is a safe city to walk around in after dark. However, there are a few areas that are best avoided, especially if you are alone. These areas include: The Santa Maria Novella train station area: This area can be seedy at night, and there have been reports of muggings and pickpocketing.

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