7 days in Florence Itinerary

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

Do your shopping at Mercato Centrale and Janniderma. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Pitti Palace and Uffizi Galleries. Step out of Florence to go to Santa Brigida and see Castello del Trebbio, which is approximately 36 minutes away. There's lots more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, kick back and relax at Easy Living - Spiaggia sull'Arno, get engrossed in the history at Basilica di Santa Croce, and appreciate the history behind Campanile di Giotto.

To see maps, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read our Florence online tour itinerary planner .

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major airports are Peretola Airport, Pisa International Airport and Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Expect a daytime high around 86°F in July, and nighttime lows around 65°F. You'll have a few hours on the 30th (Mon) to wrap things up before traveling home.