Florence, Italy

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5 DAYS - 4 NIGHTS
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Florence, or Firenze in Italian, is the dazzling heart of Tuscany and widely regarded as the cradle of the Renaissance. Nestled along the banks of the Arno River and surrounded by rolling Tuscan hills, this enchanting city offers a harmonious blend of historic charm, world-class art, and romantic ambiance.

As the sun sets over the terracotta rooftops, a golden glow bathes the city in warmth, casting long shadows across the ancient stone bridges and echoing softly through its Renaissance courtyards. From the heights of Piazzale Michelangelo, Florence unfolds like a painting—timeless, breathtaking, and eternally captivating.

It’s not just a city you visit—it’s a place you feel. Florence leaves its mark on the heart, inviting you, again and again, to lose yourself in its beauty, spirit, and boundless inspiration.

 

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DAY 1: Arrival & Oltrarno Discovery

  • Morning/Afternoon: Settle into a boutique hotel in Oltrarno.
  • Leisurely stroll: Explore artisan workshops and vintage shops on Via Maggio and Via de’ Serragli.
  • Visit: Brancacci Chapel to see Masaccio’s frescoes.
  • Aperitivo in Piazza Santo Spirito.
  • Traditional Tuscan dinner at Trattoria Giovanni.
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DAY 2: Renaissance Icons & a Secret Garden

  • Early visit to the Accademia Gallery (see David).
  • Coffee break at Ditta Artigianale.
  • Tour Florence’s Duomo and climb Brunelleschi’s Dome before crowds.
  • Lunch at Mercato Centrale.
  • Afternoon: Wander to the Bardini Garden for quiet, stunning city views.
  • Evening: Dinner at La Buchetta; stroll the Arno.
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DAY 3: Local Markets, Medieval Streets & Contemporary Art

  • Morning: Sant’Ambrogio Market for breakfast with locals.
  • Visit the Santa Croce church (Michelangelo/Galileo tombs).
  • Lunch at a family-run trattoria nearby (Trattoria Cibreo).
  • Afternoon: Discover Le Murate, a former prison turned arts complex.
  • Gelato at Gelateria dei Neri.
  • Evening: Rooftop aperitivo at SE·STO on Arno or La Terrazza at Hotel Continentale.
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DAY 4: Tuscan Escape - Choose One

  • A. Chianti Countryside & Winery:
    • Join a guided Chianti trek with tastings and farmhouse lunch.
    • Stop in Greve in Chianti for a stroll before returning.

    B. Fiesole & Florentine Hills:

    • Bus to Fiesole for Etruscan ruins and panoramic city views.
    • Picnic at Villa Medici gardens.
    • Optional: Short hike in the hills.

    Return to Florence for local pizza at Gusta Pizza.

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DAY 5: Uffizi & Last Moments

    • Early visit to Uffizi Gallery (timed ticket recommended).
    • Espresso and pastry at the historic Caffè Gilli.
    • Explore lesser-known Florence: stroll Via Romana, browse artisan bookstores and antique shops.
    • Lunch at Da Mario (famous for bistecca alla Fiorentina).
    • Last-minute shopping or relaxing at Parco delle Cascine before departure.

    Unique Experiences to Sprinkle In:

    • Book a gelato or pasta-making class.
    • Take a vespa sidecar tour through the city.
    • Arrange a “Secret Florence” walking tour to uncover little-known legends.
    • Browse antique markets (third weekend at Piazza dei Ciompi).