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Florence

Renaissance art, the Duomo and Tuscan food, with the Uffizi and Michelangelo's David a short walk apart.

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What are the best things to do in Florence?

Michelangelo's David skip-the-line entry is from around £36 — book well ahead as queues for walk-up tickets run 2 hours or more from May to September. The Dome Climb at the Duomo is from around £62. A street food tour with wine is from around £36. The Uffizi, Accademia and David tour with an art historian is from around £114. Use code ALLCHECKEDIN5 at GetYourGuide for 5% off.

Do I need to book Michelangelo's David in advance?

Yes. Walk-up queues at the Accademia Gallery run 2 hours or more in peak season (May to September). A skip-the-line entry ticket from around £36 skips the queue entirely. Book at least a week ahead in summer. The Uffizi Gallery and Duomo Dome Climb should also be booked in advance.

How much does Florence cost on a budget?

Florence is more affordable than Rome for food and accommodation. A David ticket is from around £36, and the early morning walking tour is from around £20. Piazzale Michelangelo has a famous panoramic view and is completely free. Boboli Gardens entry is around £10. Use code ALLCHECKEDIN5 for 5% off on GetYourGuide tours.

Is Florence safe for solo travellers?

Florence is one of Italy's safest cities for solo travellers. The main risks are pickpockets near Ponte Vecchio, Piazzale Michelangelo and around the Duomo. The historic centre is compact and very walkable, which makes it easy to navigate alone.

How do I get around Florence?

The historic centre of Florence is small enough to walk almost everywhere — the Accademia and the Uffizi are about 10 minutes apart on foot. ATAF buses cover the wider city and Tuscany region. Taxis from Florence airport (Amerigo Vespucci) cost around £25 and take about 20 minutes.

What is the best way to book tours in Florence?

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