Florence in 2 days: an hour-by-hour itinerary
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For two days in Florence, spend the first on the Duomo, the Signoria and the Uffizi, and the second on the Accademia (David), San Lorenzo, the Oltrarno with the Pitti Palace and Boboli, and sunset at Piazzale Michelangelo. Book timed tickets for the Uffizi, Accademia and dome.
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Day 1: Duomo, Signoria and Uffizi
A walk through the heart of Florence. Distances are short: everything is within 10 minutes of each other.
- 1
08:30 · Piazza del Duomo
Duomo and Baptistery
The cathedral facade and the Gates of Paradise. If you booked the dome, climb first thing.
- 2
10:30 · Piazzale degli Uffizi
Uffizi Gallery
Enter with a timed ticket. Give it 2 to 3 hours at an easy pace.
- 3
13:30 · Mercato Centrale · San Lorenzo
Lunch
Fresh pasta and lampredotto at the covered market.
- 4
15:00 · Piazza della Signoria
Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio
Florence's civic square, with the Loggia dei Lanzi and the Palazzo Vecchio.
- 5
16:30 · Ponte Vecchio
Ponte Vecchio
Cross the bridge and look at the Arno as the light softens.
- 6
18:30 · Santa Croce
Basilica of Santa Croce
Tombs of Michelangelo, Galileo and Machiavelli; the neighbourhood is lively for dinner.
Day 2: David, Oltrarno and Piazzale Michelangelo
The second day pairs David with the artisan Oltrarno district and the gardens.
- 1
08:15 · Via Ricasoli 58-60
Accademia Gallery
Enter at opening to see David and the Prisoners almost alone. Allow 1 hour.
- 2
10:00 · San Lorenzo
Medici Chapels and San Lorenzo
The Basilica of San Lorenzo and the Medici Chapels, with Michelangelo's New Sacristy. Confirm hours on the official site.
- 3
12:30 · Oltrarno · Santo Spirito
Lunch in Santo Spirito
Trattorias and bars on Piazza Santo Spirito, the most local part of town.
- 4
14:30 · Palazzo Pitti
Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens
The Medici palace and the Boboli Gardens. The 5-day combined ticket saves money if you also went to the Uffizi.
- 5
17:30 · Piazzale Michelangelo
Piazzale Michelangelo and San Miniato
Climb to San Miniato al Monte, one of the loveliest Romanesque churches, and look over the city from Piazzale Michelangelo.
- 6
20:00 · Oltrarno
Dinner
Dinner in the Oltrarno, with bistecca alla fiorentina. With AnyArt, point the camera at facades to hear their story.
Frequently asked questions
Is two days enough for Florence?
Yes: two days let you see the Uffizi, David, the Duomo, the Signoria and the Oltrarno without rushing.
Which day should I do each museum?
The Uffizi on day 1 (morning or afternoon) and the Accademia first thing on day 2.
Is the combined ticket worth it?
If you visit the Uffizi, Pitti and Boboli, the 5-day ticket (€40) saves money over separate tickets.
What about three days?
Add a day trip to Siena or Pisa, or the Bargello and the Medici Chapels.