Florence in 3 days: day-by-day itinerary and budget
3 days go a long way in Florence if you don't burn them crossing the city end to end. The idea of this plan is simple: one area per day, the essentials in the right order, a restaurant at hand and each day's map. No surprises at the till either: the whole itinerary adds up to ≈143€ in tickets (about 48€/day), mixing paid visits with 6 free ones. Read on for the day-by-day and the tips; whenever you like, make it yours in the planner.
Day 1Historic Centre · Oltrarno ≈ 94€ in tickets
Start with Historic Centre and Oltrarno. Keep the morning for Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Brunelleschi's Dome and the afternoon for Uffizi Gallery, Pitti Palace, Boboli Gardens, Piazzale Michelangelo. And to refuel, Il Latini.
Day 2San Marco ≈ 33€ in tickets
Give this day to San Marco: Medici Chapels, Mercato di San Lorenzo and Basilica, Gallerie dell'Accademia, Museum of San Marco. For lunch, Trattoria Mario.
Day 3Santa Croce and Santa Maria Novella ≈ 16€ in tickets
This day revolves around Santa Croce and Santa Maria Novella: Basilica of Santa Croce, Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. A midday break at da Que' Ganzi.
Ticket budget, day by day
| Day | Areas | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Historic Centre · Oltrarno | ≈ 94€ |
| Day 2 | San Marco | ≈ 33€ |
| Day 3 | Santa Croce and Santa Maria Novella | ≈ 16€ |
| Total over 3 days | ≈ 143€ | |
General-admission prices, compiled and reviewed in September 2026; the current price and availability show when you book (check reduced or free rates on each monument's official site). 6 of this plan's stops are free.
Tips for Florence in 3 days
Florence is tiny: you cross it on foot in twenty minutes, so here your time goes into the queues, not the getting around. Book the Uffizi Gallery and the Accademia (the David) without fail; without a booking they mean hours of waiting. Climb Brunelleschi's dome or, for free, head up to Piazzale Michelangelo at sunset, with the whole city at your feet. Cross the Ponte Vecchio and lose yourself in the Oltrarno, quieter and more authentic for a meal. A lampredotto sandwich or a bistecca fiorentina are must-stops.
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Frequently asked questions
Is 3 days enough for Florence?
Yes: 3 days cover the essentials of Florence without racing. Short on time? Start with Basilica of Santa Croce, Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria; and with one extra day, nearby day trips fit in.
How much does it cost to see Florence in 3 days?
Following this itinerary you pay around 143€ per person in tickets over 3 days (about 48€/day), excluding transport, meals and accommodation. 6 of the 16 stops are free.
What can't you miss in Florence?
The essentials: Basilica of Santa Croce, Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
Can I personalise this Florence itinerary?
Of course — it's a starting point, not a fixed plan. In the planner you change days, budget or activities and the itinerary rebuilds instantly, with map and tickets. Free, no sign-up.
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