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Who This Florence Itinerary Is For
This is the 3-day Florence plan we recommend to first-time visitors, couples, and anyone wedging the city into a longer European trip. It assumes you want to actually enjoy the days, not race a checklist.
Best Months & Pace
One major museum per day, the rest on foot with long meals. Best months: April, May, September, October.
Day 1 — Duomo, Uffizi, Centro Storico
- Morning — Climb the Duomo at opening. Espresso, walk to Piazza della Signoria.
- Afternoon — Uffizi early afternoon timed entry. Cross Ponte Vecchio toward Oltrarno.
- Evening — Apéro on a rooftop, dinner in Santo Spirito.
Day 2 — Accademia and Tuscany Afternoon
- Morning — Accademia at opening. Quick lunch, then a small-group Chianti half-day.
- Afternoon — Wine tasting, olive oil tasting, return to Florence by 7pm.
- Evening — Bistecca dinner with the right Chianti.
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Day 3 — Oltrarno and Sunset
- Morning — Boboli Gardens or Bardini Gardens.
- Afternoon — Lunch in Santo Spirito, artisan workshop crawl in Oltrarno.
- Evening — Sunset at Piazzale Michelangelo, dinner back in the city.
What to Book Ahead
Reserve these before you arrive.
- Uffizi Gallery — timed entry, always
- Accademia (David) — timed entry, always
- A small-group Chianti half-day from Florence
- A bistecca alla Fiorentina reservation in Oltrarno
What to Skip
Trust us on this list.
- Restaurants near the Duomo with menus in 6 languages
- Driving inside the historic center
- Pisa as a half-day from Florence (it is not worth it)
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Is 3 days in Florence enough?
Three days is the sweet spot for a focused, enjoyable visit. Push to 4–5 if you're not pairing it with another city.
What should I book in advance for a 3-day Florence trip?
Uffizi Gallery — timed entry, always; Accademia (David) — timed entry, always; A small-group Chianti half-day from Florence.
What is the best time to visit Florence?
April, May, September, October are reliably good for weather, daylight, and crowd levels.
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