Destination Guide: Florence & Tuscany

Before You Go:

Sample Itinerary- 10 days

Currency: 1 Euro = 1.09 USD

Plugs:  Adapters are needed (if traveling outside the EU). Italy operates on a 230V.

Time zone:  Central European Time

When to go:  May-September is the high season, with peaks also during Easter, Christmas, and the New Year.  Summer months are very hot, with peak prices at hotels. Early spring and fall are best to visit if looking for a good deal.

Getting around:  For transportation to/from the airport, and to/from Tuscan countryside, use Hire in Italy.  For rental cars in Tuscany, use Bellini Bruno.  If you prefer public transportation in Florence, you can find more info here.

How many days: 7-10 days.

Language:  Italian

Nearest airport:  Florence Airport and Pisa Airport (75 min away).

Local history: The city symbol is a lion, which later became a symbol of Florentine independence.

Fun fact: About ⅓ of the world’s art treasures are located in Florence.

Where I Roamed:

July 1, 2020 12:48 pm

Florence and Tuscany Map

  • Distance Instructions
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  • Distance 64 miles
  • Time 2 h 27 min
  • Speed 28 mph
  • Min altitude 148 ft
  • Peak 2005 ft
  • Climb 7923 ft
  • Descent 7195 ft

Where to Sleep in Florence & Tuscany

What to Do in Florence & Tuscany

Where to Eat in Florence & Tuscany