Florence Cathedral
Florence Cathedral, formally the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flower, is the cathedral of the Catholic Archdiocese of Florence in Florence, Italy. Commenced in 1296 in the…
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Travel to Florence & Tuscany
Florence Cathedral, Uffizi, Ponte Vecchio. Things to do, costs, the best time to visit and nearby day trips, with approximate prices and open data sources.
€117per day · budget€196per day · standard3 daysrecommendedApr · Sepbest months
Things to do in Florence & Tuscany
- Florence Cathedral
- Uffizi
- Ponte Vecchio
- Galleria dell'Accademia
- Siena
Uffizi
The Uffizi Gallery is a prominent art museum adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria in the Historic Centre of Florence in the region of Tuscany, Italy. One of the most important Italian museums and…
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Ponte Vecchio
The Ponte Vecchio is a medieval stone closed-spandrel segmental arch bridge over the Arno, in Florence, Italy. The only bridge in Florence spared from destruction during World War II, it is noted for the shops built along it; building shops on…
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Galleria dell'Accademia
The Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze is an art museum in Florence, in Tuscany in central Italy. It houses the Michelangelo sculpture David and other sculptures by Michelangelo, and a large collection of paintings by Florentine artists, mostly from the period…
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Siena
Siena is a city in the region of Tuscany in central Italy, and the capital of the province of Siena. With a population of 53,180, it is the 12th-largest city in the region.
Wikipedia ↗How much does a trip to Florence & Tuscany cost?
Approximate prices per person, in euros. We estimate them from World Bank price levels and our own research; use them for planning and always double-check before booking.
| Hostel bed | €39 |
|---|---|
| Private room, shared bathroom | €62 |
| Private room with bathroom | €82 |
| Standard hotel | €128 |
| Budget | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Food | €29 | €58 |
| Local transport | €6 | €10 |
| If you cook yourself | €15 | |
| Total per day | €117 | €196 |
| Main sights (estimate) | €25 |
|---|---|
| Optional tours and excursions (estimate) | €46 |
💶 3 days in Florence & Tuscany: ≈ €422 on a budget or ≈ €659 at a standard level, entrance fees included and flights excluded. Work out your whole trip →
🚇 Public transport and walking. Estimate based on the country's price level (World Bank).
Best time to visit Florence & Tuscany
The most pleasant months are April, September. Monthly averages 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis).
Jan11°2°💧12
Feb13°4°💧11
Mar15°5°💧11
Apr19°7°💧10
May23°12°💧14
Jun29°16°💧8
Jul32°19°💧5
Aug32°19°💧6
Sep27°15°💧10
Oct21°11°💧11
Nov15°7°💧13
Dec12°4°💧13
Frequently asked questions
How much does a trip to Florence & Tuscany cost?
On a budget, about €117 per person per day (private room with bathroom, food and local transport); at a standard level, about €196. For 3 days, including the main entrance fees, budget ≈ €422 to €659, not counting flights.
When is the best time to visit Florence & Tuscany?
Based on average weather over the last 10 years, the most pleasant months are April, September.
How many days do you need in Florence & Tuscany?
We recommend 3 days to see the essentials without rushing.
What are the best things to do in Florence & Tuscany?
The must-sees: Florence Cathedral; Uffizi; Ponte Vecchio; Galleria dell'Accademia; Siena.
Where to stay in Florence & Tuscany?
Compare on Booking, Hostelworld or Airbnb: look for well-connected neighbourhoods outside the centre. A private room with bathroom costs around €82 per night and a hostel bed €39.
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