5 Days in Florence: A Journey Through Renaissance Beauty

Florence By Dante

18 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating adventure through the heart of Florence, where art, history, and culture collide. Discover magnificent cathedrals, breathtaking galleries, and enchanting gardens. Immerse yourself in the Renaissance charm of this Italian gem.

Trip to Florence

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Iconic Landmarks and Breathtaking Views

$75

$ 9

The Westin Excelsior, Florence

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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Cathedral-flanked square with iconic historic, religious & artistic landmarks & museums.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Neo-Gothic Franciscan church known for its Giotto frescoes, plus tombs of Michelangelo & Galileo.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$75

17 - 26 min

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19th-century piazza with a bronze replica of Michelangelo's David & panoramic views over the city.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Majestic Palaces and a Romantic Bridge

$90

The Westin Excelsior, Florence

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 20 min

Directions

Gallery complex in Renaissance royal palace housing vast Italian & European masters art collection.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$90

5 - 8 min

Directions

Picturesque medieval arched river bridge with Roman origins, lined with jewelry & souvenir shops.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 3Lush Gardens and Masterpieces of Art

$215

$ 9

The Westin Excelsior, Florence

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

Directions

Formal gardens laid out in the 16th & 17th centuries, with Renaissance statues & ornate fountains.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$60

13 - 20 min

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16th-century building housing vast collection of Primitive & Renaissance paintings & masterpieces.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$155

Day 4Architectural Wonders and Spiritual Grandeur

$63

The Westin Excelsior, Florence

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

Directions

15th-century Dominican church including famous frescoes by Gothic & early Renaissance masters.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$63

7 - 10 min

Directions

Landmark 1200s cathedral known for its red-tiled dome, colored marble facade & elegant Giotto tower.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Artistic Treasures and Historic Splendors

$260

$ 9

The Westin Excelsior, Florence

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

Directions

Art museum with Michelangelo sculptures, including David, plus Renaissance painting & Russian icons.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$125

11 - 16 min

Directions

Art museum with Renaissance sculptures including works by Michelangelo, set in 13th-century palace.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$75

4 - 5 min

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Fortified, 13th-century palace housing lavishly decorated chambers & ornate courtyards.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$60

Budget breakdown: $728 In total

Activities & Food:$703

Transport:$25