How to get to Florence: complete transport guide
All the ways to reach Florence: plane, train, car and bus. Airports, stations, highways and local transport from arrival point to the city centre.
Travel guide to Firenze
Everything you need to visit Firenze: accommodation, itineraries, food and transport.
Practical guides
What to see in Florence in 2 days: complete itinerary through art, history and hidden gems
Discover what to see in Florence in 2 days: a day-by-day itinerary through the Duomo, Uffizi, Oltrarno and secret corners of the cradle of the Renaissance.
Where to stay in Florence: neighborhoods, accommodations and practical tips
Complete guide on where to stay in Florence: best neighborhoods, accommodation types, budget tips and suggestions for every type of traveler.
Where to eat in Florence: bistecca, lampredotto and Oltrarno trattorias
Florence has a very strong popular food culture, from street-food lampredotto to bistecca: here's where to find it away from tourist-only venues.
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