Is 3 days in Florence too much?

Ok, let's start: I would say that you should spend in Florence at least 3 days, especially if it is the first time you visit the city. In less than 3 days there's a real risk of doing a tour de force, dedicating little time to too many things, without fully appreciating any of them.



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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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While there is a lot to see in Florence, it is a small city. I went for 2 days and although it felt a bit short, I was able to see everything I wanted. If you have flexibility on your stay duration, 4 days is the perfect amount of time to explore, eat and learn about the city's amazing history.

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Don't lose the guide about what to do in Rome in 3 days if you're planning a visit here.
  • Florence: one of the most beautiful cities in Italy.
  • Visit Siena, the small Florence
  • Don't miss Venice.
  • Naples: the hometown of pizza.
  • Enjoy the stunning coast of Amalfi.
  • Go South to Sicily and visit Palermo.


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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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When is the best time to visit Florence? The best time to visit Florence is between May and September when warm weather ushers in art festivals, open-air dining and the kind of Italian sunshine that inspired the Renaissance painters.

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If you can have five days in Florence, we absolutely recommend you do it! This is a perfect way to learn more about the culture and how the residents of Florence live. It also gives you a chance to see more than just the main attractions. There is so much you can see while in Florence, so let's get talking.

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Unless your flights are both in the middle of the night, stay only one night in Pisa and spend the rest of the time in Florence. Pisa is a nice little town. Florence is one of the most wonderful cities on the planet.

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The great thing about Florence is that you can see a lot just by taking a walk through the city center. Without even hopping on a bus or grabbing a taxi, you can experience a beautiful open-air museum.

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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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How much time do I need to visit Italy? Realistically, you'll need at least two or three days in top cities such as Rome, Florence and Venice. That won't give you enough time to cover everything but it will allow you to get a feel for the place and explore some of the headline attractions.

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By staying outside of Florence, you'll experience the best of both worlds: Florence just a short bus ride away and the rest of Tuscany at your fingertips for exploration. If you stay out of Florence in the countryside, we would recommend renting a car to move around.

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