Where can I find the map and itinerary description?

You can open the route map directly from the page or consult the dedicated section with all the itinerary details divided into morning, afternoon and evening.

Can this itinerary also be done in half a day?

Yes. In half a day you can visit only some of the main attractions of the historic center and adjust the itinerary according to your interests.

Florence in 1 day travel itinerary

Q: How long does it take to visit Florence in one day?

A well organized itinerary allows you to visit the main attractions of the historic center in about 10 to 12 hours, including breaks, visits and walking between stops.

Q: Can this Florence itinerary be done on foot?

Yes. The route is about 3.1 km long and crosses the historic center of the city, which is largely pedestrian and ideal for exploring on foot.

Q: Is it recommended to book the main attractions in advance?

During busy tourist periods it is recommended to book in advance or join guided tours to avoid queues and secure entry to the main attractions.

Q: Where can I find opening hours and ticket prices for attractions?

All updated information is available in the itinerary table, which also includes direct links to Google Maps and Wikipedia for each attraction.

What to see, opening hours, prices, map

Discovering Florence in just one day requires a well-planned route, and this carefully structured itinerary will allow you to visit some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, immersing yourself in its history, art, and culture.

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Route Description

Summary: this itinerary of approximately 12 hours will take you to discover 10 unmissable stops in Firenze, following a walking route of about 3.1 km through the heart of the historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

During the day you will pass through some of the city’s most iconic places, from the area of the Duomo to historic squares such as Piazza della Signoria, passing through the famous Ponte Vecchio.

The route ends with one of the most spectacular views of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo. Walking among Renaissance palaces, museums, and unique artistic masterpieces, you will experience a complete and unforgettable journey.

FLORENCE IN 1 DAY

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Distance: 3,1* km on foot
Time: 0,47* min. on foot
Estimated Duration: 12 hours
Stops: 10 main (X → I)* + 13 secondary
Duomo (X) → Opera del Duomo (A) → Piazza Repubblica (B) → Loggia Mercato Nuovo (C) → Piazza della Signoria (D) → Palazzo Vecchio (E) → Corridoio Vasariano (F) → Ponte Vecchio (G) → Lungarno Torrigiani (H) → Piazzale Michelangelo (I)
For days, times, prices and other info see Itinerary Table 📊

* These values may differ from those shown on Google Maps, as they are continuously recalculated in real time. See also Itinerary Info and Navigator + See here for Shared Stop 🧩

Morning

⬇️ starting point

X. Duomo di Firenze

Start your tour in the beating heart of Florence, Piazza Duomo, one of the most extraordinary monumental complexes in Europe, dominated by the magnificent Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore 🔗. This immense church, symbol of the city and masterpiece of Italian Gothic architecture, immediately impresses visitors with its imposing façade in white, green and pink marble.

Visit the majestic Duomo di Firenze (Monumento Nazionale), famous all over the world for the extraordinary Cupola del Brunelleschi 🔗, one of the greatest engineering achievements of the Renaissance, built without the use of supporting centering and still studied today by architects and engineers.

Just a few steps away stands the famous Campanile di Giotto 🔗, an elegant tower covered with polychrome marble which, with its height of over 80 meters, offers those who reach the top one of the most spectacular panoramic views over Florence and the surrounding hills.

Opposite the cathedral stands the magnificent Battistero di San Giovanni, one of the oldest religious buildings in the city, famous for its bronze doors decorated with extraordinary Renaissance bas-reliefs depicting biblical scenes.

Beneath the cathedral floor lies the evocative Cripta di Santa Reparata, where you can admire the remains of the ancient early Christian basilica on which the current Duomo was built.

Complete your visit with the Museo della Misericordia, located directly on the square, which houses important works of sacred art and also offers a splendid view from above over the monumental complex of the Duomo.

📌 Access to the Cupola del Brunelleschi requires a reservation. You can find the phone number in the Google Maps listing accessible via the clickable link in the table.
📌 During periods of high tourist demand, it is advisable to book in advance or join guided tours to avoid queues and secure entry. See the detailed page 🔗.

Afternoon

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A. Museo dell’Opera del Duomo di Firenze

After a morning entirely dedicated to the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, continue with a visit to the Museo dell’Opera del Duomo, which houses a vast collection of works from the cathedral, the bell tower and the baptistery. Here you can admire sculptures by Michelangelo, Donatello and Arnolfo di Cambio, as well as some of the original panels of the famous “Porta del Paradiso” of the Battistero.

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B. Piazza della Repubblica

Continue your route towards Piazza della Repubblica, a meeting point and symbol of modern Florence, rich in historic cafés and a lively atmosphere. It is the ideal place for a short break and to enjoy the essence of the city.

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C. Loggia del Mercato Nuovo e Fontana del Porcellino

Walk towards the Loggia del Mercato Nuovo, once a silk market and today famous for the Fontana del Porcellino. Touch the snout of the bronze boar to make sure you will return to Florence!

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D. Piazza della Signoria

Then arrive at Piazza della Signoria, the historic seat of Florentine political power. Here you can admire the splendid statues of the Loggia dei Lanzi, including the Perseus by Benvenuto Cellini and the Ratto delle Sabine by Giambologna, as well as the monumental Fontana del Nettuno by Bartolomeo Ammannati.

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E. Palazzo Vecchio e Museo di Palazzo Vecchio

Visit Palazzo Vecchio 🔗, seat of the Municipality of Florence and symbol of the city. The museum houses the splendid Donazione Loeser and the Studiolo di Francesco I, a room decorated with unique Mannerist artworks. The palace preserves works by Vasari and fascinating historical rooms that bring visitors back to the time of the Medici.

Evening

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F. Corridoio Vasariano

After visiting Museo di Palazzo Vecchio, head towards the famous Corridoio Vasariano, which connects Palazzo Vecchio with Palazzo Pitti by crossing the Arno River via Ponte Vecchio. Although not always accessible, the corridor is a unique example of Renaissance architecture and showcases the ingenuity and passion for art of the Medici family.

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G. Ponte Vecchio

Walk along the famous Ponte Vecchio, the oldest bridge in Florence, known for its characteristic jewelry shops. This bridge is a symbol of the city and offers a magnificent romantic view over the Arno River.

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H. Lungarno Torrigiani

Continue along the Lungarno Torrigiani to enjoy a stroll by the river and capture breathtaking photos of Ponte Vecchio and panoramic views of the city. The walk is relaxing and allows you to see Florence from a fresh perspective.

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I. Piazzale Michelangelo

End the day at Piazzale Michelangelo, a viewpoint where you can admire spectacular views of Florence and its architectural wonders. Here you will also find a replica of Michelangelo’s David. It is the perfect spot for photography and to enjoy the sunset over the Florentine skyline.

Eating

End your evening with dinner at one of the restaurants near the Duomo, where you can taste typical Florentine dishes, such as the famous bistecca alla fiorentina, crostini toscani, and pici al cinghiale (see also What to Eat in Florence).

Recommended places include Trattoria Mario, All’Antico Vinaio, Ristorante Oliviero 1962, and Buca San Giovanni, all just steps from the cathedral. For more details, check our guide on Where to Eat in Florence.

Sleeping

To make the most of your days in Florence, the historic center remains the ideal choice. Staying near Piazza Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, or Piazza della Signoria, you will have boutique hotels, apartments, and guesthouses just steps from the main attractions, allowing you to move around comfortably on foot and experience the city stress-free.

If you prefer a more authentic and lively atmosphere, the Oltrarno offers quiet yet central accommodations, perfect for those who want a closer connection with everyday Florentine life and traditional restaurants away from the crowds (see also Where to Sleep in Florence: Info and Tips).

📊 Itinerary Table

In the table below you will find all the attractions included in the itinerary, to make the most of your one-day visit to Florence:

Scroll the table down and to the right 📱🔄 Rotate your phone horizontally to get an overview of opening days, hours, prices of attractions, and for further details on Wikipedia 🌐 and Google Maps ➡️.
⚠️ Always check the opening days and hours of attractions through the Google Maps entries linked in the table. See also Itinerary Info and/or Navigator Info.
To see the explanation of each data column, click its title (e.g. Attractions Index, Ratings, Org, etc.) at the top of the table.

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.	ATTRACTIONS INDEX	***	ORG	CATEGORIES	TYPES	🌐	➡️	VISIT	S	T	TIME	KM	C	📌	N	MONTHS	DAYS	HOURS	HOURS	MONTHS	DAYS	HOURS	HOURS	CLOSED	FUL	RED	COM
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	FLORENCE	***	UN	cities and villages	main city	🌐	➡️	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	.	.	.	.	.			.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	FLORENCE IN 1 DAY		.	routes	linear		➡️	12	.	W	0.45	3.1	C	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
.	Guided Tours & Tickets	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
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	Morning	.	.	.	.			5	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Duomo di Firenze	***	NM	places of worship	cathedrals	🌐	➡️	60	X	W	.	.	C	.	.	.	DAILY	10	15.45	.	.	.	.	.	F	F
	Battistero di San Giovanni	***	.	places of worship	baptisteries	🌐	➡️	30	X1	W	.	.	C	.	.	.	DAILY	8.3	19.3	.	.	.	.	.	PASS	PASS	C
	Campanile di Giotto	***	.	monuments	bell towers	🌐	➡️	60	X2	W	.	.	C	📞	BR	.	DAILY	8.15	18.5	.	.	.	.	.	PASS	PASS	C
	Cupola del Brunelleschi	***	.	monuments	domes	🌐	➡️	60	X3	W	.	.	C	📞	BR	.	DAILY	8.15	18.45	.	.	.	.	.	PASS	PASS	C
	Cripta di Santa Reparata		.	museums	archaeology	🌐	➡️	45	X4	W	.	.	C	.	.	.	DAILY	10.15	16	.	.	.	.	.	PASS	PASS	C
	Museo della Misericordia		.	museums	sacred art	🌐	➡️	30	X5	W	.	.	C	.	.	.	DAILY	10	16	.	.	.	.	.	8	8
	Piazza Duomo	***	.	urban areas	squares	🌐	➡️	15	X6	W	.	.	C	✅	AO	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
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	Afternoon	.	.	.	.			5	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Museo dell'Opera del Duomo di Firenze	***	.	museums	sacred art	🌐	➡️	120	A	W	.	.	C	.	.	.	DAILY	8.3	19	.	.	.	.	.	PASS	PASS
	Piazza della Repubblica	*	.	urban areas	squares	🌐	➡️	.	B	W	.	.	C	✅	AO	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Loggia del Mercato Nuovo		.	monuments	arcades / loggias	🌐	➡️	.	C	W	.	.	C	✅	AO	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Fontana del Porcellino		.	monuments	fountains	🌐	➡️	.	C1	W	.	.	C	✅	AO	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Piazza della Signoria		.	urban areas	squares	🌐	➡️	30	D	W	.	.	C	✅	AO	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Loggia dei Lanzi	*	.	monuments	arcades / loggias	🌐	➡️	.	D1	W	.	.	C	🏛️	OV	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Fontana del Nettuno	*	.	monuments	fountains	🌐	➡️	.	D2	W	.	.	C	🏛️	OV	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Palazzo Vecchio	***	.	villas and palaces	historic palaces	🌐	➡️	90	E	W	.	.	C	.	.	.	DAILY	9	19	.	TH	9	14	.	18	12
	Museo di Palazzo Vecchio – Loeser		.	museums	sacred art	🌐	➡️	30	E1	W	.	.	C	.	.	.	DAILY	9	19	.	TH	9	14	.	I	I
	Studiolo di Francesco I		.	museums	picture gallery	🌐	➡️	30	E2	W	.	.	C	.	.	.	DAILY	9	19	.	TH	9	14	.	I	I
	.	.	.	.	.			.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Evening	.	.	.	.			2	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Corridoio vasariano	*	.	monuments	arcades / loggias	🌐	➡️	.	F	W	.	.	C	✅	AO	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Ponte Vecchio	***	.	monuments	bridges	🌐	➡️	30	G	W	.	.	C	✅	AO	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Lungarno Torrigiani		.	urban areas	waterfront promen.			30	H	W	.	.	C	✅	AO	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Piazzale Michelangelo	**	.	urban areas	squares	🌐	➡️	60	I	W	.	.	C	✅	AO	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Vista Panoramica di Firenze		.	parks and nature	panoramic views		➡️	.	I1	W	.	.	C	🏛️	OV	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Belvedere Franco Zeffirelli		.	parks and nature	panoramic views		➡️	.	I2	W	.	.	C	🏛️	OV	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
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	Parking and Mobility	.	.	.	.			.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.	.
	Getting around Florence			urban mobility	other
	Where to park in Florence			parking areas	other
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📌 This table is updated every 6–12 months.
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FAQ

Where can I find the map and the route description?

You can open the Route Map📍 here as well. Or you can check the dedicated paragraph with all details, divided into morning, afternoon, and evening.

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How long does it take to visit Florence in one day?

A well-organized itinerary allows you to visit the main attractions of the historic center in about 10-12 hours, including breaks, visits, and walking between stops.

Can this Florence itinerary be done on foot?

Yes. The route is about 3.1 km long and goes through the historic center, mostly pedestrian, perfect for a calm walking tour.

Is it recommended to book the main attractions?

During peak tourist periods, it is advisable to book in advance or join guided tours to avoid lines and secure entry. You can click directly on these attractions to check the best experiences we selected: Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, Cupola del Brunelleschi, Campanile di Giotto, Palazzo Vecchio.

Is it possible to do this itinerary in half a day?

Yes. In half a day, you can only see some of the main attractions of the historic center. You can adjust the stops according to your interests.

Where can I find opening days, hours, and prices for attractions?

All updated information is available in the dedicated itinerary table, which also includes direct links to Google Maps ➡️ and Wikipedia 🌐 for each attraction.

📌 Check the Itinerary Table 📊