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A Week in Florence: Unveiling the Artistic Treasures of Tuscany

Julie Strohsack

12 Nov 2023

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Embark on a captivating journey through Florence, Italy, as you explore world-renowned art galleries, indulge in authentic Italian cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Tuscany. Join us for an unforgettable 8-day adventure!

Trip to Florence

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$181

Uffizi Gallery

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$63

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Trattoria Roberto

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$58

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Degusteria Italiana agli Uffizi

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 2

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$156

Ponte Vecchio

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Pitti Palace

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$38

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Carduccio - Il Salotto Bio

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$60

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Pizzeria Totò Atto II

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$58

Day 3

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$182

Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$30

7 - 10 min

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Bargello National Museum

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$30

1 - 2 min

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Gusto Leo

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$62

1 - 2 min

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Fishing Lab Alle Murate

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 4

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$156

Piazza del Duomo

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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Giotto's Bell Tower

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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$38

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Regina Bistecca

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$58

4 - 6 min

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Sasso di Dante

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$60

Day 5

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$145

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Opera del Duomo Museum

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

2 - 3 min

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Sasso di Dante

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$60

3 - 4 min

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Zio Gigi

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$60

Day 6

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$170

Palazzo Vecchio

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

7 - 10 min

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Strozzi Palace

Renaissance palace with permanent display on its history, plus major temporary art exhibitions.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

1 - 2 min

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Procacci

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$62

1 - 2 min

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Obicà

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$58

Day 7

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$170

Accademia Gallery

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$50

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Osteria de L'Ortolano

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$60

4 - 5 min

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Ristorante Accademia

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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$60

Day 8

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$174

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Cappelle Medicee

Domed landmark containing tombs of the Medici family, including the New Sacristy by Michelangelo.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

1 - 2 min

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Ristorante Trattoria Osteria Cipolla Rossa

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$62

3 - 4 min

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Trattoria Gozzi

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$62

Budget breakdown: $1333 In total

Activities & Food:$1333