This balanced day mixes Renaissance landmarks, local food, a riverside stroll, and an atmospheric evening. The stops stay mostly within Florence’s historic centre, so you can explore without spending much time getting around.
Budget
About €77–€115 per person, excluding accommodation and transport; museum and monument prices vary by ticket and booking date.
Best time to visit
April–June or September–October for pleasant walking weather and fewer peak-summer crowds.
Historic centre, Oltrarno and the Arno
See Florence’s signature sights in the morning, enjoy Tuscan food and artisan-lined streets in the afternoon, then finish with a sunset view and dinner.
Morning
Visit the Duomo complex
Start at Piazza del Duomo to admire the cathedral, Brunelleschi’s Dome, and Giotto’s Bell Tower. Allow about 2–3 hours; climbing the dome requires a timed reservation.
About €0 for the piazza; from €15 for a monument passMorning
See Renaissance masterpieces at the Uffizi
Walk about 10 minutes south to the Uffizi Gallery for works by Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Reserve a timed entry in advance.
About €25–€30Afternoon
Have a Tuscan lunch at Mercato Centrale
Walk about 15 minutes north from the Uffizi to this lively market, where you can choose from pasta, sandwiches, and other local specialties.
About €12–€25Afternoon
Cross the Ponte Vecchio and explore Oltrarno
Walk about 15 minutes back toward the river and across the Ponte Vecchio, then browse the artisan workshops and lanes around .
About €0Evening
Watch sunset from
From , take a taxi or bus in about 15–20 minutes, or walk uphill for roughly 35 minutes, for a sweeping view over Florence.
About €0Evening
Enjoy dinner in Santo Spirito
Return to Oltrarno by taxi or bus in about 15–20 minutes, then settle in for Tuscan dishes and a relaxed evening around the lively piazza.
About €25–€45
Good to know
Reservations
Book the Uffizi and any Duomo dome climb ahead of time, especially on weekends and in busy seasons.
Getting around
Florence’s historic centre is easiest on foot. Wear comfortable shoes, and use a taxi or bus for the uphill trip to if you prefer.
Pacing
The Uffizi can easily take longer than planned; shorten your visit or skip the market detour if you want a more leisurely afternoon.