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Florence, Italy · 3 days itinerary

Florence: Weekend Escape

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This three-day itinerary covers Florence's key landmarks in the historic center and Oltrarno. The first two days stay north of the Arno, visiting the Duomo, Uffizi, Accademia and San Lorenzo sites. The third day moves to the Oltrarno for the Pitti Palace and Piazzale Michelangelo. Days are ordered to group nearby attractions and support walking between them.

3 daysWalkableDuomoUffiziPitti PalaceBy travli· Checked by the travli team, September 2026

Day by day

Day 1

The Duomo and the Uffizi

  1. 8:30DuomoSight
  2. 10:30DuomoSight
  3. 12:00Florence BaptisteryDuomoSight
  4. 14:30CentroSight
  5. 15:30CentroSight
Day 2

David and the Medici

  1. 8:30Galleria dell'AccademiaSan MarcoSight
  2. 11:00San LorenzoSight
  3. 13:00San LorenzoSight
  4. 15:30San LorenzoSight
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Day 3

The Oltrarno

  1. 9:30CentroWalk
  2. 10:30OltrarnoSight
  3. 13:30OltrarnoWalk
  4. 17:30OltrarnoSight
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Florence questions

Is 3 days enough for Florence?

Three days covers the Duomo complex, Uffizi, Accademia and Pitti Palace when you book timed tickets in advance. Walk between central sites and use bus 12 or 13 for Piazzale Michelangelo.

Do I need to book Uffizi tickets ahead?

Yes, book timed entry online to skip the long queue. Prices are higher from March to October than in winter, so check the official site for current rates.

How do I get to Piazzale Michelangelo?

Take bus 12 or 13 from Piazza della Signoria or Santa Maria Novella station. The ride takes 15 minutes and costs 1.50 euros per ticket.

Do I need reservations for the Accademia?

Reserve Accademia tickets online before arrival to avoid two-hour lines. Entry costs 16 euros and slots fill by mid-morning.

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