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Florence
Offer: Florence Uffizi Gallery, Palazzo Pitti and Boboli Gardens Tickets (5-day pass)
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Florence
Florence
Florence
Florence
Besichtigung des Doms, der Kuppel, des Baptisteriums und des Opernmuseums von Florenz
Florence Tours by Made of Tuscany
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Florence
Florence
Florence
Florence
Florence
Florence
About Florence
Florence is the cradle of the Renaissance, a compact city where masterpieces sit on almost every corner. The Uffizi Gallery holds Botticelli's Birth of Venus and works by Leonardo and Raphael, while the Galleria dell'Accademia is home to Michelangelo's David, carved from a single block of marble.
Dominating the skyline is the Duomo, whose red-tiled dome by Brunelleschi remains an engineering marvel; climbing it, or the adjacent Giotto's bell tower, rewards you with rooftop views across the terracotta city. These star attractions all draw heavy queues, so timed skip-the-line tickets are the smart move.
Wander across the medieval Ponte Vecchio with its goldsmiths' shops, sip Chianti in a wine bar, and climb to Piazzale Michelangelo at golden hour for the classic panorama. Florence is also the gateway to Tuscany, with easy day trips to Pisa, Siena and the rolling vineyards of the Chianti hills.
Highlights
- Uffizi Gallery: Botticelli & Renaissance masters
- Accademia Gallery: Michelangelo's David
- Duomo dome climb & Giotto's bell tower
- Ponte Vecchio and Piazzale Michelangelo views
Tips for Visiting Florence
Reserve Uffizi and Accademia tickets for a set time slot; both routinely sell out and the David line can exceed an hour.
Dome and bell-tower climbs require a timed reservation and involve hundreds of steps with no lift, so book and pace accordingly.
The historic centre is small and walkable; wear comfortable shoes and skip taxis for most sights.
Many museums close on Mondays, so plan your David and Uffizi visits for another day to avoid disappointment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florence
Where can I see Michelangelo's David?
The original David stands in the Galleria dell'Accademia, not outside in the piazza (that is a replica). Book a timed skip-the-line ticket online, as the standard queue often runs over an hour in peak season. The museum also displays Michelangelo's unfinished Prisoners sculptures nearby.
Do I need a separate ticket to climb the Duomo?
Yes. Entry to the cathedral itself is free, but climbing Brunelleschi's dome requires a timed-reservation pass, usually sold as part of a combined ticket that also covers Giotto's bell tower, the baptistery and the museum. Book the dome slot in advance, as spaces are limited.
Can I visit the Uffizi and Accademia on the same day?
Yes, and many visitors do, but book separate timed entries with a few hours between them. Both are busiest mid-morning to early afternoon, so an early Uffizi slot followed by a late-afternoon Accademia visit works well. Remember both galleries are closed on Mondays.