4 days in Northwest Italy Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Fri): see the interesting displays at Galleria dell'Accademia, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, then let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza della Signoria. On the next day, contemplate the long history of Piazza del Duomo and then see the interesting displays at Uffizi Gallery.

To see photos, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Florence sightseeing planner.

If you are flying in from Greece, the closest major airports are Pisa International Airport and Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in July, and nighttime lows around 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can catch the train to Venice.

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

On the 24th (Sun), appreciate the extensive heritage of St. Mark's Square, then admire the landmark architecture of Doges' Palace, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Grand Canal.

For ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Venice vacation planner.

Traveling by train from Florence to Venice takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Florence in July, expect nights in Venice to be about the same, around 23°C, while days are slightly colder, around 33°C.