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Florence in 3 days
Florence in 3 days: the Duomo, the Uffizi and the Oltrarno
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Day one for the Duomo, David and the Medici, day two for the Uffizi, Piazza della Signoria and Santa Croce, and day three for the Oltrarno, the Pitti Palace and the sunset view.
Day 1
The Duomo, David & the Medici
Morning
Climb the dome in the first time slot, then visit the cathedral and the Baptistery.
Afternoon
Lunch at the Mercato Centrale, then San Lorenzo and your slot to see David at the Accademia.
Evening
Santa Maria Novella at sunset, then dinner nearby.
Tip: Play the Florence City Quest on this day: it covers the same streets.
Day 2
The Uffizi, the Signoria & Santa Croce
Morning
The Uffizi at opening time.
Afternoon
Piazza della Signoria and the Palazzo Vecchio (or its tower), then Santa Croce.
Evening
The Ponte Vecchio at blue hour, then dinner in Santa Croce.
Tip: The Uffizi and the Accademia are usually closed on Mondays; check before you plan.
Day 3
The Oltrarno & the sunset view
Morning
The Pitti Palace and the Boboli Gardens.
Afternoon
Wander the Oltrarno workshops and Piazza Santo Spirito.
Evening
Walk up to Piazzale Michelangelo for sunset.
Tip: Swap this day for Pisa or Siena if you’ve been before.
Where to stay for this route
This plan works best from a central base. Here is each area in one line, with a link to live hotel prices there.
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Duomo & Signoria· our pick
Best for first-timers · $$$$
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Santa Maria Novella & San Lorenzo
Best for value and short stays · $$$
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Oltrarno
Best for couples and repeat visitors · $$$
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Santa Croce
Best for food lovers · $$$
Budget for this itinerary
Book the Uffizi, the Accademia and the dome in advance; together they cost about €75–€80 per adult. The cathedral, the squares, the bridges, the Oltrarno and Piazzale Michelangelo are free.
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Frequently asked questions
Is 3 days enough for Florence?
3 days covers the big highlights at a comfortable pace if you group sights by area, as in this plan. Add a day if you want a day trip or more museum time.
What should I book in advance?
Anything with timed entry: Duomo & Brunelleschi’s Dome, Galleria dell’Accademia (David), Uffizi Gallery. Check the official sites for current prices and release dates.
Can I change the order of the days?
Yes. Each day is built around one area, so you can swap whole days around, for example to put an indoor museum day on a rainy day.