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Florence, Italy

Things to Do in Florence

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery

Most booked tours and tickets in Florence

Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery

Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery

4.924,500 reviews12h
Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine in Florence

Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine in Florence

4.99,930 reviews2h 30m
Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa from Florence

Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa from Florence

4.89,022 reviews13h
Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside

Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside

4.98,512 reviews4h 45m
Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included

Florence Accademia Gallery Tour with Entrance Ticket Included

4.88,228 reviews1h 15m
Florence Pizza or Pasta Class with Gelato Making at a Tuscan Farm

Florence Pizza or Pasta Class with Gelato Making at a Tuscan Farm

5.08,089 reviews5h
Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano with Lunch & Wine Tasting at a Winery

Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano with Lunch & Wine Tasting at a Winery

4.67,507 reviews12h
Winner 2026 Florence Sunset Food & Wine Tour by Eating Europe

Winner 2026 Florence Sunset Food & Wine Tour by Eating Europe

4.96,231 reviews3h 30m

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Florence's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Florence

  1. 1Uffizi Gallery
  2. 2Duomo
  3. 3Ponte Vecchio
  4. 4Accademia Gallery
  5. 5Pitti Palace
  6. 6Piazzale Michelangelo
  • Walk through the world's greatest art collection: See masterpieces like Botticelli's 'Primavera' and da Vinci's 'Annunciation' in the Uffizi Gallery, and witness Michelangelo's monumental 'David' in the Accademia—art that defined Western civilization.
  • Marvel at architectural genius: Climb 463 steps to the top of Brunelleschi's Duomo for a breathtaking city view, cross the iconic Ponte Vecchio with its goldsmith shops, and explore the massive Pitti Palace and its Boboli Gardens.
  • Indulge in authentic Tuscan cuisine: Feast on Florentine steak (bistecca alla fiorentina), hearty ribollita soup, fresh pappardelle al cinghiale, and cantucci dipped in Vin Santo at historic trattorias and bustling mercatos.

Tickets and passes in Florence

SMALL-GROUP Wine Safaris: Tuscany Wine Tasting Tour from Florence

SMALL-GROUP Wine Safaris: Tuscany Wine Tasting Tour from Florence

4.95,826 reviews6h
Tuscany Experience: Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Wine Tasting

Tuscany Experience: Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Wine Tasting

4.6695 reviews11h 30m
Italian Opera Concert Ticket in Florence’s Santa Monaca Church

Italian Opera Concert Ticket in Florence’s Santa Monaca Church

4.6663 reviews1h
Florence Accademia Gallery Timed-Entry Ticket to See David

Florence Accademia Gallery Timed-Entry Ticket to See David

4.2345 reviews24h

Day trips and outdoor activities from Florence

Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine

Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills, Food and Chianti Wine

4.84,370 reviews6h
Cinque Terre Day Tour with Optional Pisa from Florence

Cinque Terre Day Tour with Optional Pisa from Florence

4.44,202 reviews12h 30m
Private Golf Cart Tour: Michelangelo & Florence Hills

Private Golf Cart Tour: Michelangelo & Florence Hills

4.62,096 reviews1h 30m
From Florence: Cinque Terre & Pisa Day Trip

From Florence: Cinque Terre & Pisa Day Trip

4.71,788 reviews12h 15m

Hidden gems in Florence

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Bardini Garden

A less-crowded, terraced Renaissance garden near the Boboli, offering stunning views of Florence and a beautiful wisteria pergola.

Museo di San Marco

A former Dominican monastery where the monk and painter Fra Angelico lived and worked, filled with his serene frescoes.

La Specola (Zoology Museum)

Part of the Museum of Natural History, it houses a fascinating and somewhat eerie collection of 18th-century anatomical wax models.

Santo Spirito's Sacristy

A small, octagonal room within the Santo Spirito church, designed by Michelangelo in his youth.

Le Murate

A former prison complex transformed into a vibrant cultural center with cafes, art exhibitions, and live events.

Day trips from Florence

Siena

1.5 hours by bus, 1.25 hours by train

A stunning rival to Florence, Siena is a perfectly preserved medieval hill town famous for its shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, the Palio horse race, and its striking black-and-white striped cathedral.

Chianti Wine Region

30-60 minutes by car or tour bus

Rolling hills dotted with cypress trees, vineyards, and ancient castles. This is the heartland of Chianti Classico wine, offering picturesque drives, wine tastings, and rustic farmhouse lunches.

San Gimignano

1 hour by bus, 1.5 hours by train+bus

The 'Medieval Manhattan' of Tuscany, famous for its 14 surviving stone towers that create a unforgettable skyline. It's a compact, walled town with charming streets and renowned vernaccia white wine.

Plan your Florence trip

Things to do in Florence: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Florence?+

Top sights include Uffizi Gallery, Duomo, Ponte Vecchio and Accademia Gallery. Away from the crowds, try Bardini Garden and Museo di San Marco.

What are the most popular tours in Florence?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lunch at a Winery (4.9 stars, 24,500 reviews); Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine in Florence (4.9 stars, 9,930 reviews); Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa from Florence (4.8 stars, 9,022 reviews).

How much do tours in Florence cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €25 and €130 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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