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Florence Attractions Tickets

5 Days Florence Itinerary

The Boboli Gardens, Cappella Brancacci, Strozzi Palace, Rose Garden, Uffizi Gallery, Florence Cathedral, Piazza della Signoria and many more.

Visit the birthplace of the Renaissance and explore the winding medieval streets over the course of 5 days in Florence. The world-famous Duomo, a dome covered in terracotta tiles, and the Galleria dell'Accademia, which houses Michelangelo's sculpture "David," are both worthy of a day's worth of exploration when in Florence.

During your trip of 5 days in Florence Italy be sure to visit the Piazza della Signoria, where you can see replicas of works by artists like Michelangelo's David. You must also stop by the Basilica di Santa Croce which is a breathtaking architectural masterpiece from the thirteenth century, and the Uffizi Gallery that houses a breathtaking collection of artworks from antiquity to the present day.

Once you've seen every corner of Piazza della Signoria, one of the many places to visit in Florence in 5 days is the Ponte Vecchio, a stunningly beautiful Medieval bridge. A replica of the 17th-century sculpture the Fontana del Porcellino, where you can toss coins into the fountain in hopes of finding good fortune, is another must-see.

Here are some of the best places to visit in Florence in 5 days:

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The Boboli Gardens

  • Located behind the Palazzo Pitti, the expansive Boboli Gardens were created over the course of four centuries and cover an area of 111 acres.
  • They provide a welcome diversion from museums, but also feature a plethora of impressive sculptures, fountains, and other works. 
  • The garden being one of the remarkable  places to visit in Florence in 5 days  takes on a magical quality when the chimes waft in on the breeze.
Location: Piazza de' Pitti, 1, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Open Monday to Sunday 8:15 AM - 6:30 PM

Entry fees: € 10 - € 12
02

Cappella Brancacci

  • The Brancacci Chapel, one of the best  places to visit in Florence in 5 days, is home to some of the most renowned and recently restored murals from the early Italian Renaissance.
  • Because of the priceless cycle of frescoes depicting the Stories of St. Peter, this chapel is well-known all across the globe.
  • Masolino da Panicale and his teenage student Masaccio, both Italian artists, created the frescoes between 1424 and 1428.
Location: Piazza del Carmine, 14, 50124 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings:
Tuesdays and Wednesdays closed, Monday, Friday, Saturday: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Entry fees: € 7-12
03

Strozzi Palace

  • Explore the Renaissance palace of Palazzo Strozzi, one of the notable  places to visit in Florence in 5 days.
  • Visit the Palazzo Strozzi, which features a Renaissance-era courtyard and is home to many annual events.
  • A crossroads of space and time, the Palazzo Strozzi brings together the building's past, its guests, and its exhibitions.
  • Explore a crucial part of the artwork by taking in the Palazzo's historically significant and symbolically rebuilt architecture.
Location: Piazza degli Strozzi, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Open Monday to Sunday 10 AM - 8 PM (Thursday: 10:00 AM-11:00 PM)

Entry fees: € 10-15
04

Rose Garden

  • The Rose Garden in Florence is one of the perfect places to visit in Florence in 5 days,   for a stroll with your significant other or for a rest in a lush oasis with a vista of the city.
  • There are roughly 1,200 plants total in the garden, including a variety of 400 different types of roses, lemons, and other plants.
  • Today, the widow of Belgian sculptor Jean-Michel Folon has gifted the City with ten bronze sculptures that fit in beautifully with the park's naturalistic theme.
Location: Viale Giuseppe Poggi, 2, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Open Monday to Saturday 9 AM - 8 PM, Sunday 10 AM - 8 PM
05

Uffizi Gallery

  • An incredible collection of historical artistic masterpieces may be seen at the Uffizi Palace and Gallery.
  • Experience the awe and wonder of Renaissance art by viewing the works of such masters as Botticelli and da Vinci during 5 days in Florence Italy.
  • Discover the contributions of artists like Rembrandt and Caravaggio to the development of the Baroque era through their works of art.
Location: Piazzale degli Uffizi, 6, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Open Tuesday to Sunday - 8:15am to 6:30pm

Entry fees: € 3-20 
06

Florence Cathedral

  • Spend 5 days in Florence Italy learning fascinating history about the city and the Duomo from your authorized guide as you tour the stunning cathedral.
  • Travel back in time to when the Medici family, one of the most influential and wealthy families in Italian history, dominated Florence.
  • Explore the Cathedral's interior and learn about Filippo Brunelleschi's Cupola construction by visiting the building.
  • Discover for yourself why the Duomo and surrounding area are a World Heritage Site as you spend 5 days in Florence.
Location: Piazza del Duomo, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Open Monday to Sunday 10 AM - 4:30 PM,

Entry fees: € 3-20
07

Piazza della Signoria

  • In front of Florence, Italy's Palazzo Vecchio lies a w-shaped square called Piazza della Signoria which you must visit during 5 days in Florence, Italy.
  • The famous loggia, which is located in the Piazza della Signoria, is home to statues that commemorate pivotal moments and mythical figures associated with the history of the city. 
  • David’s replica, the well-known bronze equestrian monument, the Fountain of Neptune, and the Gucci Museum can be found here. The Palazzo Vecchio entrance and the model of David are also nearby.
Location: P.za della Signoria, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Entry fees: € 4-7

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Basilica di San Marco

  • The Basilica di San Marco is a significant political, cultural, and religious hub in the city of Florence, and its historical significance is palpable in the air.
  • In the 12th century, the site served as a Vallombrosan Monastery, and in the 15th century, the Dominicans were given control of the property and it was almost entirely restored. 
  • The building that stands now was based on a design by Michelozzo, however it has undergone several changes in the subsequent centuries.
Location: Florence, Italy

Timings:
Closed on sundays , Open Monday to Saturday 8:15 AM - 1:50 PM

Entry fees: € 7-10
09

Accademia Gallery

  • Explore the seven sections of the Accademia Gallery, which house some of the most important works in the history of Italian art.
  • Immerse yourself and your loved ones in the tranquil atmosphere of the Accademia Gallery during the course of 5 days in Florence, Italy.
  • Visit Michelangelo's David, one of the world's most iconic sculptures, depicting the biblical figure just before his battle with Goliath.
Location: Via Ricasoli, 58/60, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Mondays closed, open Tuesday to Sunday 8:15 AM - 6:50 PM

Entry fees: € 20-25
10

Basilica di San Lorenzo

  • The Basilica Di San Lorenzo, a 4-th century quaint building that was formerly Florence's cathedral and is now thought to be one of the city's oldest buildings.
  • Explore the historical events that took place at Basilica di San Lorenzo, while spending 5 days in Florence Italy, such as victorious processions, sporting drills, and dramatic performances.
  • Take advantage of the opportunity to visit Michelangelo's New Sacristy, a mausoleum for the Medici dynasty and a marvel of the Italian Renaissance.
Location: Basilica di San Lorenzo, Piazza di San Lorenzo, Florence

Timings: Open Monday to Sunday 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Entry fees: € 9-14

11

Abbazia di San Miniato al Monte

  • The Basilica of San Miniato al Monte in Florence, central Italy, can be to the remnants of the city's medieval fortifications from this vantage point.
  • The exterior is embellished with a golden mosaic of Christ Pantocrator from the 13th century, which stands above the main window.
  • During your 5 days in Florence Italy you can view all the way from the Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio, found on one of the city's highest elevations.
Location: Via delle Porte Sante, 34, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Open Monday to Sunday 9:30 am–1 pm, 3:30 pm –7 pm
12

Museo Galileo

  • Visit the Galileo Galilei Museum as you spend 5 days in Florence, Florence's premier science institution and named after the famous scientist and astronomer.
  • Check out one of the world's most impressive scientific instrument collections, a reflection of the Grand Duchy of Lorraine and the Medici's devotion to the advancement of knowledge via the arts.
  • Explore the museum's displays of authentic Galileo tools as you spend 5 days in Florence, such as his own thermometers, microscopes, and weather instruments, and be amazed.
Location: Piazza dei Giudici, 1, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Open Monday to Sunday 9:30 AM to 6 PM, Tuesday 9:30 AM to 1 PM

Entry fees: € 5-15
13

Fontana del Porcellino

  • Danish poet and playwright Hans Christian Andersen wrote about the famed Fontana del Porcellino in Loggia del Mercato Nuovo, close to Ponte Vecchio.
  • Baroque maestro Pietro Tacca (1577-1640) sculpted and cast the fountain figure after an Italian replica of a Hellenistic marble original.
  • The octagonal base is decorated with a scene depicting the marshland habitat of the boar, complete with realistically rendered amphibians, reptiles, and mollusks.
Location: Piazza del Mercato Nuovo, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
14

Basilica Of Santa Croce

  • The outstanding Basilica di Santa Croce di Firenze, located in Florence, Italy, is well-known for its Pazzi chapel and numerous memorials to illustrious artists.
  • Learn more about the history of one of Florence's most revered churches as you spend 5 days in Florence, by touring the largest Franciscan basilica in the world.
  • Frescoes by Giotto, Brunelleschi, and Donatello, among other historical art greats, can be found in the chapels.
Location: Piazza di Santa Croce, 16, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Open Monday to Saturday 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Sunday 12:30 PM - 5:45 PM

Entry fees: € 11-15 per adult
15

Pitti Palace

  • Check out Pitti Palace as you spend 5 days in Florence, the seat of several European royal families, and marvel at its stunning architecture.
  • With four separate museums, this palace is Florence's largest and most culturally significant attraction.
  • Stop by any one of the world's many impressive painting galleries to view works from the Medici collection as you spend 5 days in Florence.
  • Raphael, Caravaggio,Titian, Pietro da Cortona, and Rubens are just some of the artists whose works can now be seen on display in this repurposed palace turned museum.
Location: Piazza de' Pitti, 1, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Mondays closed, open Tuesday to Saturday 8:15 AM - 6: 30 PM

Entry fees: €2–€16
16

Leonardo Da Vinci Museum

  • The Da Vinci Interactive Museum houses replicas of machines created using Leonardo's designs.
  • The library is divided into four parts—earth, water, air, and fire—and serves as a testing ground for ideas that can be used by anyone.
  • The museum also features reproductions of the master's most famous paintings and drawings, including his groundbreaking anatomical studies.
Location: Via del Castellaccio, 1 r, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Open Monday to Sunday 9:30 AM - 7:30 PM

Entry fees: € 8-10
17

Museo Novecento

  • The 20th-century museum Museo del Novecento is not far from Duomo; it first opened to the public in 2010. 
  • This impressive gallery features a curated selection of works by some of Italy's most celebrated artists of the 20th century. 
  • The artwork of foreign artists like Matisse, Klee, Braque, Kandinsky, Léger, Mondrian, and Picasso is also featured in a separate room in the museum.
  • The museum's 400-plus works of art, organized by era, chart the cultural and social evolution of Italy. 
Location: P.za di Santa Maria Novella, 10, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Thursdays closed, open Monday to Sunday 11 AM - 8 PM

Entry fees: € 5-10
18

Basilica Of Santa Maria Novella

  • Explore this historic structure and learn more about the ancient Italian artworks created by famous artists such as Michelangelo, Raphael, and others as you take in the beauty of their work. 
  • Witness the traditional architecture, mural paintings, and awe-inspiring pillared tombstone arrangement at the Holy Trinity.
  • You'll also have a chance to view Brunelleschi's wooden Crucifix sculpture, widely regarded as one of the finest examples of Renaissance art.
Location: P.za di Santa Maria Novella, 18, 50123 Firenze

Timings: Open Monday to Sunday 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Entry fees: € 10-15
19

Bargello National Museum

  • Discover the museum and palace the Florentine people built in the 13th century to celebrate their triumph over the nobility.
  • Learn about the palace's and museum's populist past as you spend 5 days in Florence, which can be traced all the way back to the year 1255.
  • Visit the Sala delle Armi to see an exhibition of Renaissance bronzes and medals, as well as a collection of medieval weapons and ivory.
Location: Via del Proconsolo, 4, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Open Tuesday to Sunday 8:15 am to 1:50pm; Monday closed

Entry fees: € 2-5
20

Palazzo Vecchio

  • Admire the Palace's historic architecture; it was constructed for the city's previous rulers and transformed into a palace by the Medici family.
  • Explore the various galleries and see the stunning artwork on display as you spend 5 days in Florence.
  • You can improve your visit by using a multimedia guide, which is a 3D tablet that measures 7 inches and includes an audio-video narration and high-definition images of the palace.
Location: P.za della Signoria, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy

Timings: Open Monday to Sunday 9 AM - 10 PM, Thursday 9 AM - 2 PM

Entry fees: € 10-15

People Also Ask About Florence

  1. What are the best famous places to visit in Florence?

    1. Michelangelo Square (Piazza Del Michelangelo): The Piazza Del Michelangelo, located on a hill above the Arno River, is the most popular lookout to visit during 5 days in Florence, Italy. Views of the endless sky and stunning sunsets may be had from the venue's spacious terrace.

    2. Church of San Miniato: It dates back to the Renaissance period and features stunning views of Florence and the Tuscan countryside. It's a lovely spot to unwind, and you can even attend a religious service if you want to during your 5 days in Florence.

    3. Giardino Bardini: The Bardini Garden is a top attraction for visitors visiting for 5 days in Florence due to its stunning vistas and wide variety of beautiful flowers. The expansive green grass is perfect for lounging, and the collection of wisteria is nothing short of breathtaking.
  2. Why is Florence so famous?

    Florence is so famous because of its status as the regional capital of Tuscany. All across the city, you can find buildings and works of art from the Renaissance period, which is one of the city's most distinctive characteristics. Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza Michelangelo are only two examples of the many locations in Florence that attest to the city's enduring Renaissance heritage.
  3. How to reach Florence?

    1. By Air: There are two airports in the vicinity of which the first is the Florence International Airport, located only four kilometers from the center of Florence. The other is the airport located 85 kilometers outside of Pisa. Both these airports are connected to several major cities of the world. 

    2. By Train: Florence is home to three major train terminals. The most well-known Firenze SMN, another is Firenze Refried, and there's also Firenze Campo Di. You may reach here quickly and easily by using any express train, such as the one that connects Rome and Milan.

    3. By Road: Driving in Florence is easy because of the great intercity and intra-city connectivity through highways. Walking is the greatest way to see the sights in the city, as from one end of the historic district to the other, it takes no more than 15 minutes to stroll.
  4. What is the best time to visit Florence?

    The months of May through September are ideal for a trip to Florence because of the abundance of outdoor events, including art festivals and al fresco restaurants, as well as the bright Italian sunshine that so greatly influenced Renaissance artists. Traveling in the late fall or winter will save you money on hotel stays and get you into the Uffizi with almost any wait time. 
  5. What is special about Strozzi Palace?

    Strozzi Palace, a marvel of Renaissance architecture, was once the residence of one of Florence's most prominent families. In the modern era, Strozzi Palace is unique due to significant organizations like the Gabinetto Vieusseux,  the Renaissance Studies Institute,  Institute of Humanist Studies, and the Fondazione Palazzo Strozzi.
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