Category: Florence Travel Tips

Florence is an amazing city and pretty overwhelming at times. There are so many things to see and do that it’s hard to stay focused. With the blog posts below I hope you will be able to add some structure to your trip to Tuscany’s capital. And experience all the wonderful things Florence has to offer.

I hope you will find my Florence travel tips useful!

Travel tips

Planning a trip to Florence? Let me help!

Are you planning a trip to “Firenze”, but you are not sure where to start? As an experienced guide and Florence-local, I will show you all the major sights and some unique locations too. My services vary from giving you a straightforward itinerary for a short stay in the city, to helping you design a complete Florence and Tuscany trip.

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Best gelato in Florence: authentic ice cream off the beaten path

Best gelato in Florence

Best gelato in Florence: authentic ice cream off the beaten path The minute you enter Florence, whether it’s through the airport, the train station or on foot, you’ll see them everywhere: gelaterias. Shops where they sell ice cream in all shapes and sizes. All claiming to have the best and most authentic gelato in town. […]

Best day trips from Florence: explore Tuscany by train

Best day trips from Florence - by train

Best day trips from Florence: explore Tuscany by train When traveling all the way to Italy, you probably don’t want to see just one city. Trains offer an excellent method of transportation to get around quickly and explore the beautiful towns and cities of Tuscany. Luckily, Florence’s main train station (Stazione Firenze Santa Maria Novella) […]

Springtime: The Best Time To Visit Florence

The best time to visit Florence

Springtime: The Best Time to Visit Florence Summer has arrived in Italy and whilst we’re enjoying our first hot days of this year, I’d like to tell you a bit more about the best time to visit Florence: Spring! Why go in spring? Spring in Florence is usually mild. Temperatures start rising late March and […]