8 Days in Florence: A Journey Through Art and Cuisine

Fabian Pröll

18 Jan 2024

Join me on an unforgettable adventure through the enchanting city of Florence. Discover world-renowned art at the Uffizi Gallery, marvel at the historic Ponte Vecchio, and indulge in mouthwatering Italian cuisine. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary is a perfect blend of culture, history, and gastronomy.

Trip to Florence

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Masterpieces at Uffizi Gallery and Authentic Italian Delights

$450

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$155

2 - 3 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$145

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$150

Day 2From Ponte Vecchio to Boboli Gardens: Exploring Florence's Beauty

$355

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$60

6 - 9 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$150

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$145

Day 3Pitti Palace and Piazza della Signoria: A Glimpse into Renaissance Splendor

$395

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$90

8 - 12 min

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The city's heart, a square dominated by the 14th-century crenellated tower of the Palazzo Vecchio.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$155

5 - 8 min

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Gustavino ristorante e wine bar nel cuore di Firenze, presenta la cucina toscana reinterpretata in un ambiente elegante e raffinato.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$150

Day 4Unveiling the Wonders of Piazza del Duomo and Giotto's Bell Tower

$453

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Celebrated red, green & white marble-clad Gothic tower with steps leading to a terrace & city views.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$90

4 - 5 min

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Statues by Michelangelo & Donatello, plus bronze-gilded baptistery panels in a restoration center.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$63

2 - 3 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$145

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$155

Day 5Dive into Art and History at Bargello National Museum and Palazzo Vecchio

$435

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$75

4 - 5 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$60

3 - 4 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$150

4 - 5 min

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Gustavino ristorante e wine bar nel cuore di Firenze, presenta la cucina toscana reinterpretata in un ambiente elegante e raffinato.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$150

Day 6Admire Michelangelo's David at Accademia Gallery and Savor Tuscan Cuisine

$425

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$125

3 - 4 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$155

4 - 5 min

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Accademia Restaurant is situated in the historical San Marco square, just a stone’s throw away from Michelangelo’s David. A family run restaurant (brother's Aldo and Gianni). Strong points are the service and the excellent cuisine and wine list.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$145

Day 7Discover Florence's Spiritual Treasures and Delightful Dining

$500

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