r/florence

Looking for some good restaurant recommendations in Florence. My husband and I are heading there next month for our 25th wedding anniversary. Thanks!

I’ll have one full day in Florence with my wife and parents, and I’d like to make the most of it. I understand that the Florence Cathedral (Duomo) is a must-see, but since my father has a heart condition, I think it’s best to avoid the climb. We’ll definitely admire it from the outside instead.

I’m considering starting the day after breakfast with a visit to the Galleria dell'Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David. What’s the best way to purchase tickets, and how much time should we plan to fully experience it?

In the afternoon, we’ll likely have time for one more major attraction, and I was thinking about the Uffizi Gallery. I’d appreciate the same advice—what’s the best way to get tickets, and how long should we plan to spend there?

I’m also open to any suggestions you might have if there are better options or alternatives to what I’ve outlined.

My roommate and I are looking to adopt or buy a pet hamster. What are good places to check out? I heard they’re sold in Cascine market?

Piazzale Michelangelo...planning to do sunset today. Curious what the best strategy would be to have a picnic of some sort?

Bring your own wine and maybe go to a supermarket?

Or do they sell wine/beer/drinks and food up there?

Or is that frowned upon?

Thanks

Yesterday there were fighter jets buzzing in the air, breaching the sound barrier and now we have helicopters flying around.

We are going to Florence in mid May. I want to see the Duomo museum and the Vecchio palace. Do we need pre-purchase tickets, or can we buy them same day.

Thanks.

I am visiting Florence for a few days in May and it looks like the Brunelleschi Passes are sold out. Is there any other way to see the Duomo or have I missed the opportunity?

Hello, I will be visiting Florence soon. The only accommodation I found within my budget is quite far from the city. I was wondering how the bus system is in Florence and whether staying there is a good idea or not. To access the city center, I need to use the bus (8km)

Unfortunately, it’s too late to change, as everything has already been booked.

My wife and I are traveling to Florence for 5 days at the end of May. I’ve been doing some research and I am excited about steak Florentine, tortellini en brodo, lampredotto, and other Tuscan and Florentine foods.

However, my wife doesn’t eat pork or beef. She loves seafood and chicken, so my question is, are most restaurants going to have options for her that are non vegetarian? Most restaurants seem to an option or two, but chicken especially sees to be on less menus.

I know there are quite a few, but I’d rather find a couple of good ones than try to see them all.

Would love to hear your favourites.

I’m trying to find a restaurant in Florence where I can get the famous steak but only for one. TIA

Never been to Italy, but we are visiting Florence soon and hoping for a great authentic steak night dinner. Currently feeling stuck on the options and hoping locals or those experienced can help me out. I am trying to balance two factors:

1. Our group really appreciates quality in technique and is not easily pleased with steak - in my experience it's been hard to find a place that really nails it, even among high end steakhouses. So craftsmanship that is near the top of the distribution curve is important.

2. Simultaneously, we are also here for more than just "steak" - the night is an experience to be in Florence, to feel the authenticity of Tuscany, and have a great environment to spend several hours in.

I am not sure exactly where to draw that line and I'm finding myself unable to decide. It is hard to sort out from such diverse online reviews, especially when things change with time (a 5-7 year old review may not represent the current quality or tone of a place today).

Anything clearly stand out here (or anything to avoid)? Any guidance is most appreciated!

My partner and I (20 years old) are heading to Europe in June/July. Due to plans changing, we now have 4 nights free in Italy. We are landing in Rome (2 nights), then we have the free 4 nights. Afterwards, we are heading to Florence (3 nights), which was going to include a day trip to Siena and San Gimignano, Cinque Terre (3 nights) before moving onto Switzerland. It is my partners 21st birthday during these free dates so would be great to be in a nice spot!

For reference the remainder of our trip includes:

- Interlaken (4), Amsterdam (4), Paris (3), Nice (4) and then Prague (4).

So, my question is where should we spend those 4 nights?? I was thinking instead of the day trip to Siena, we could just stay there instead? Or, a quiet Italian town would be perfect.

Also open to switching the other places around if there is somewhere else highly recommended.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

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