8 days in Florence Itinerary

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Florence: Siena (Via di Citta, Battistero di San Giovanni, &more) and Bologna (Compianto sul Cristo Morto, Basilica - Santuario di Santo Stefano, &more). The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, see the interesting displays at Pitti Palace, admire the landmark architecture of The Baptistery of St. John, and ponder the world of politics at Palazzo Vecchio.

To find more things to do, maps, photos, and other tourist information, read our Florence travel itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiports are Peretola Airport, Pisa International Airport and Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport. In March in Florence, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 6°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.