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Day trips from Florence

Real trips under ~3h each way, with distances, transport times, and insider tips for timing them right.

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Every reachable escape, at a glance

6 trips under ~3h each way from Florence — most doable between breakfast and a late dinner back in town.

Siena

71 km
1h 15min by bus

A stunning medieval city, Siena is famed for its unique shell-shaped main square, Piazza del Campo, and its rich history as a rival to Florence. It offers a glimpse into Tuscany's past with its well-preserved architecture and vibrant cultural traditions.

Highlights
  • •Piazza del Campo
  • •Siena Cathedral (Duomo di Siena)
  • •Torre del Mangia
full-dayhistory buffsarchitecture lovers

Pisa

86 km
50 min by train

Home to the iconic Leaning Tower, Pisa is a must-visit for its architectural marvels. Beyond the famous tower, the city boasts a beautiful historic center and a rich academic heritage, making it more than just a photo opportunity.

Highlights
  • •Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • •Pisa Cathedral
  • •Camposanto Monumentale
half-dayfamiliesphotographers

Lucca

80 km
1h 20min by train

Lucca is a charming walled city renowned for its intact Renaissance-era city walls, which you can cycle or walk along. Its elegant streets, beautiful squares, and Romanesque architecture offer a more relaxed Tuscan experience compared to Florence.

Highlights
  • •Lucca's City Walls
  • •Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
  • •Lucca Cathedral (Duomo di San Martino)
full-dayfamiliescyclists

Bologna

150 km
35 min by high-speed train

Known as Italy's culinary capital, Bologna offers a vibrant atmosphere with its extensive porticoes and historic university. It's a city for food lovers and those interested in medieval architecture, with a lively, authentic feel.

Highlights
  • •Piazza Maggiore
  • •Two Towers (Asinelli and Garisenda)
  • •Quadrilatero food market district
full-dayfoodieshistory buffs

San Gimignano

55 km
1h 30min by bus (with a change in Poggibonsi)

This medieval hilltop town is famous for its well-preserved tower houses, earning it the nickname 'Medieval Manhattan'. Wandering through its narrow streets offers a unique glimpse into a fortified past.

Highlights
  • •Torre Grossa
  • •Piazza della Cisterna
  • •Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta
half-dayphotographershistory buffs

Cinque Terre

160 km
2h 30min by train (with changes)

A string of five picturesque fishing villages perched along the Italian Riviera coastline. Cinque Terre is renowned for its dramatic scenery, colorful houses, and scenic hiking trails, offering a breathtaking coastal escape.

Highlights
  • •Monterosso al Mare
  • •Vernazza
  • •Manarola
  • •Via dell'Amore (if open)
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