8 days in Florence Itinerary

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

Get out of town with these interesting Florence side-trips: Guardastelle Vineyard (in San Gimignano), Leaning Tower of Pisa (in Pisa) and Siena (Duomo di Siena, Piazza del Campo, &more). There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Gallerie Degli Uffizi, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of Santa Croce, snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio, and make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo.

To find photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Florence journey planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Peretola Airport, Pisa International Airport and Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport. In November, daily temperatures in Florence can reach 61°F, while at night they dip to 46°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.