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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.
Day trips from Florence
6 reachable trips under ~3h each way. Most doable between breakfast and a late dinner back in Florence.
Siena
A stunning medieval city, Siena is famous for its unique shell-shaped central piazza, Piazza del Campo, and its rich history as a rival to Florence. It offers a glimpse into a bygone era with its well-preserved architecture and vibrant local culture.
- •Piazza del Campo
- •Siena Cathedral (Duomo di Siena)
- •Torre del Mangia
- •Contrade museum
Pisa & Lucca
Combine the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa with the charming walled city of Lucca. Pisa offers its world-famous architectural marvels, while Lucca provides a more relaxed experience with its intact Renaissance walls perfect for cycling.
- •Leaning Tower of Pisa
- •Piazza dei Miracoli (Pisa)
- •Lucca's city walls
- •Piazza dell'Anfiteatro (Lucca)
Bologna
Known as Italy's culinary capital, Bologna boasts a vibrant food scene, historic porticoes, and one of the oldest universities in the world. It's a lively city with a rich cultural heritage and a more authentic, less tourist-heavy feel than some other Tuscan cities.
- •Piazza Maggiore
- •Two Towers (Asinelli and Garisenda)
- •Quadrilatero food market
- •Porticoes of Bologna
San Gimignano
This UNESCO World Heritage site is famous for its medieval towers that pierce the Tuscan skyline, earning it the nickname 'Medieval Manhattan'. Wander through its charming streets, enjoy panoramic views, and sample the local Vernaccia white wine.
- •Torre Grossa
- •Piazza della Cisterna
- •Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta
- •Vernaccia di San Gimignano wine tasting
Cinque Terre
A string of five picturesque fishing villages clinging to the Ligurian coast, the Cinque Terre offers breathtaking sea views, colorful houses, and scenic hiking trails. It's an iconic Italian coastal destination perfect for exploration by train or ferry.
- •Monterosso al Mare
- •Vernazza harbor
- •Manarola vineyards
- •Riomaggiore colorful houses
Assisi
The birthplace of St. Francis, Assisi is a spiritual and historic hilltop town in Umbria. It's renowned for its stunning basilicas adorned with Giotto frescoes and offers a peaceful atmosphere with incredible views over the Umbrian countryside.
- •Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
- •Basilica of Saint Clare
- •Rocca Maggiore
- •Eremo delle Carceri