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Renaissance masterpieces, long lunches and a few smart ways to skip the queues.
This Florence travel guide pulls together everything we have written about the city in one place. Florence is compact and walkable, but it rewards a little planning: the big museums sell out, and the best food experiences book up early.
Start with the detailed guides below, then book a tour, pick a hotel and use the map to compare stays.
Section 01
Detailed Florence Guides
Our in-depth posts, written to help you book the right thing the first time.
Uffizi Gallery Tickets
Which entry option is actually worth your money, and how to find a slot when the official site is sold out.
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Accademia Gallery Tickets
How to see Michelangelo’s David without the wait, plus the best time to go and what else is inside.
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Florence Duomo & Dome Climb Tickets
Which pass to buy, how the 463-step dome climb works and the best time to go.
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Best Cooking Class in Florence
The top-rated classes compared, from hands-on pasta to unlimited wine with a view.
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Book an Experience
If you only book one food experience in Florence, make it this one.
Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine in Florence
Roll out fresh pasta by hand with a local chef, then sit down and eat what you made, with wine included. Check availability and current prices on Viator.
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Section 03
Where to Stay in Florence
Our pick, plus a live map to compare hotels and apartments for your dates.
Suggested hotel
C-Hotels Club
Our suggested base for exploring Florence. Check live rates and availability for your dates through our booking partner.
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