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Florence in 3 days, the relaxed itinerary

Three days in Florence - Duomo and Uffizi, David and Oltrarno, plus a third day for more museums, Santa Croce and a Tuscany day trip, with time to enjoy it.

By florenz.info editorial team · Travel editors · Last updated: June 2026

View over the Oltrarno district with typical Florentine houses and the reflective Arno river, a characteristic skyline with a bell tower.

Florence in three days

Three days is the ideal length: all the highlights, several museums, the Oltrarno district and a day trip into Tuscany. All times are guideline figures.

Days 1 and 2, the core route

The first two days follow the tried-and-tested plan: Duomo and Uffizi Gallery, then David, Oltrarno and the view.

Day 3, going deeper and beyond the city

In the morning, the Bargello Museum and Santa Croce; in the afternoon, a trip to Fiesole, Siena or Pisa, see day trips.

Frequently asked questions

Are 3 days enough for Florence?+
Yes, three days are ideal for a first visit, all the major sights, several museums, the Oltrarno district and even half a day in Tuscany, without rushing.
What's worth doing as a Tuscany day trip?+
Fiesole for a short trip by bus, Siena or Pisa by train, or a guided tour into the Chianti region. Details in the day trips guide.
Should museum visits be spread out?+
Yes. Put the Uffizi Gallery and Accademia Gallery on different days with pre-booked time slots, and pair each with nearby sights you can visit spontaneously, this avoids museum fatigue and queues.