The best months to visit Florence are Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct. 18–28°C, warm & pleasant.
Quick facts
Currency EUR (Euro) 1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR
Language Italian Some English in tourist areas
Timezone CET (UTC+1) CEST (UTC+2) in summer
Best Months Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct 18–28°C, warm & pleasant
Daily Budget ~$65–105 USD €60–95 budget–midrange
Visa Schengen Zone 90 days visa-free for most
When to go
The birthplace of the Renaissance, where every church holds a masterpiece and every trattoria serves a meal you will remember forever.
Getting Around in Florence
- Florence is entirely walkable, as the centro storico is only 4km across. You rarely need public transport within the city
- ATAF buses (€1.50 single, 90 min) for Fiesole (bus 7) and Piazzale Michelangelo (bus 13). Buy tickets at tabacchi
- Taxis are metered. Uber works but limited. For day trips, Trenitalia and Flixbus serve Siena, Pisa, Lucca, and Chianti
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Florence travel guide.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1) (CEST (UTC+2) in summer)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Florence?
The best months to visit Florence are Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct (18–28°C, warm & pleasant), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Florence budget breakdown.
