Florence 4 Day Itinerary

Four-Day Florence Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & City Center Exploration

  • Morning: Check-in at your accommodation. We recommend Hotel Brunelleschi or Palazzo Vecchietti, both centrally located and offer a unique Tuscan experience.
  • Lunch: Grab a bite at Trattoria Sabatino, an authentic Florentine trattoria with delicious local dishes.
  • Afternoon: Visit the iconic Duomo di Firenze (Florence Cathedral) and its adjacent Baptistery. Don’t miss climbing Giotto’s Bell Tower for a panoramic view of Florence.
  • Evening: Stroll through the Piazza della Signoria and admire the Loggia dei Lanzi, Palazzo Vecchio, and the replica of David by Michelangelo. Have dinner at Trattoria Mario, a local favorite since 1872.
  • Tips: Remember to dress appropriately when visiting churches (shoulders and knees covered).
  • Transportation: Florence is easily walkable; consider purchasing a Firenze Card for free or discounted access to museums and sites.

Day 2: Art & Culture

  • Morning: Visit the Uffizi Gallery. Book your tickets in advance to avoid long lines.
  • Lunch: Dine at All’Antico Vinaio, a popular sandwich shop in the San Niccolò district.
  • Afternoon: Explore the Palazzo Pitti and its gardens, including Boboli Gardens. Don’t miss the Galleria Palatina.
  • Evening: Wander through the Oltrarno neighborhood, known for its artisan shops and charming streets. Have dinner at Osteria dell’Enoteca.
  • Tips: Allow extra time to explore the Uffizi Gallery as it is vast and contains many masterpieces.

Day 3: Day Trip to Pisa & Lucca

  • Morning: Take a train from Florence’s Santa Maria Novella Station to Pisa (less than an hour). Visit the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, Pisa Cathedral, and the Baptistery.
  • Lunch: Dine in Pisa or continue to Lucca for a variety of options.
  • Afternoon: Head to the nearby city of Lucca and explore its well-preserved Renaissance walls, Torre Guinigi (a tower with trees growing on top), and charming streets lined with palaces and churches.
  • Evening: Return to Florence and relax at a local bar or restaurant in the Santa Croce area.
  • Tips: Check train schedules for return trips; some trains may require reservations during peak travel periods.

Day 4: Artisan Workshops & Departure

  • Morning: Visit a leather workshop, such as Scuola del Cuoio or Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella, to learn about traditional Florentine crafts.
  • Lunch: Enjoy your final meal in Florence at La Prosciutteria or I’Officina della Birra, both offering excellent local cuisine.
  • Afternoon: Spend your last hours shopping for souvenirs or revisiting favorite sites before departing from Firenze Amerigo Vespucci Airport.
  • Tips: Be sure to leave time for packing and checking out of your accommodation. Enjoy the rest of your trip!