8 days in Florence Itinerary

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

Change things up with these side-trips from Florence: Siena (Battistero di San Giovanni, Piazza del Campo, &more), Guardastelle Vineyard (in San Gimignano) and Leaning Tower of Pisa (in Pisa). There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, take in panoramic vistas at Campanile di Giotto, learn about winemaking at Castello del Trebbio, and get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo.

To find where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Florence online sightseeing 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 July, daytime highs in Florence are 86°F, while nighttime lows are 65°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.