Ponte Vecchio
Monument · Oltrarno, Florence

Ponte Vecchio

Photo: Ingo Mehling · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The bridge dates from 1345. Jewelers occupy most shops on both sides. Walk the center for open views along the river.

On day 3 of Florence & Tuscan Art

Good to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
30 minutes
Best time
Early morning
Getting there
Walk south from the Duomo across Via Por Santa Maria

Itineraries with Ponte Vecchio

Day 3 of Florence & Tuscan Art

Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens

How Ponte Vecchio fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Pitti PalacePalazzo Pitti
  2. 11:15Boboli GardensGiardino di Boboli
  3. 12:30Ponte Vecchio CrossingPonte Vecchio
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Ponte Vecchio questions

How old is Ponte Vecchio?

The present structure was finished in 1345.

What shops are on Ponte Vecchio?

Most sell gold jewelry and watches.

Is Ponte Vecchio open at night?

The bridge stays open but shops close by evening.

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