2 days in Florence: itinerary with prices (2026)
Two days covers Florence's essentials: one day for the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria and the Uffizi, one for Michelangelo's David and the Oltrarno across the river. Each day below leads with a stops table — entrance fee, time needed and a note — so the plan is visible at a glance.
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Quick answer
Florence's center is small enough to cross on foot in about 20 minutes, so neither day needs public transport. Prices are adult admission for 2026 — booking the Uffizi and Accademia online in advance is worth doing, since same-day tickets can mean a long wait in peak season.
Day 1 — The Duomo, Signoria and the Uffizi
Start at the Duomo — the cathedral nave is free, though climbing Brunelleschi's Dome needs the separate €30 Brunelleschi Pass, which also covers the Baptistery, Bell Tower, Crypt and Opera Museum. From there, take a reserved morning slot at the Uffizi before finishing at Palazzo Vecchio and Santa Croce. Day 1 entrance fees come to about €53 without the Dome.
| Stop | Entrance | Time needed | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florence Cathedral (Duomo) nave | Free | 30–45 min | Climbing the dome needs the €30 Brunelleschi Pass — bundles the Baptistery, Bell Tower, Crypt and Opera Museum, valid 3 days |
| Uffizi Gallery | €25 | 2–3 hrs | Same-day price in high season (Mar–Oct); a reserved advance slot is €29 rather than risking the queue |
| Palazzo Vecchio | €18 | 1.5–2 hrs | The Arnolfo Tower climb and the excavations below the palace are separate add-on tickets |
| Basilica di Santa Croce | €10 | 45–60 min | Burial place of Michelangelo, Galileo and Machiavelli; +€1 if booked online |
Day 2 — Michelangelo's David and the Oltrarno
See Michelangelo's David at the Accademia first thing, then cross the Ponte Vecchio into the Oltrarno for the Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens, finishing at Piazzale Michelangelo for the view over the city. Day 2 entrance fees come to about €42.
| Stop | Entrance | Time needed | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galleria dell'Accademia | €20 | 1–1.5 hrs | Reservation is recommended rather than mandatory, but walk-in waits can be long without one |
| Ponte Vecchio | Free | 20–30 min | Florence's oldest bridge over the Arno, lined with jewelry shops — always open |
| Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens | €22 | 2–3 hrs | Same-day combined ticket; €25 if booked in advance; a Pitti-only ticket without the gardens is €16 |
| Piazzale Michelangelo | Free | 30–45 min | Hilltop terrace south of the Arno — best at sunset |
What 2 days in Florence costs
Core entrance fees total about €95 per adult across both days for the full list above, without climbing the Dome.
| Item | Typical price (2026) |
|---|---|
| Day 1 entrance fees (Uffizi, Palazzo Vecchio, Santa Croce) | €53 / adult |
| Day 2 entrance fees (Accademia, Pitti Palace & Boboli Gardens) | €42 / adult |
| Both days combined | €95 / adult |
| Add the Brunelleschi Pass to climb the Dome | +€30 / adult |
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FAQ
- Is 2 days enough for Florence?
- Yes for the highlights covered here — the Duomo, the Uffizi, the Accademia and the Oltrarno. Add a third day to climb Brunelleschi's Dome or day-trip to Siena or Pisa.
- How much are entrance fees in Florence?
- The Uffizi is €25 same-day (€29 booked in advance), the Accademia €20, Palazzo Vecchio €18, Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens €22, and Santa Croce €10. The Duomo nave, Ponte Vecchio and Piazzale Michelangelo are all free.
- Do you need to book the Uffizi and Accademia in advance?
- It's strongly worth it for both, and close to essential for the Uffizi in peak season — the same-day €25 ticket can mean a long queue, while the €29 advance ticket guarantees a time slot. The Accademia's reservation is recommended rather than mandatory, but walk-in waits get long without one.
- How much does it cost to climb the Duomo's dome?
- The dome climb isn't sold on its own — it's part of the €30 Brunelleschi Pass, which also covers the Baptistery, Bell Tower, Crypt and Opera Museum and is valid for 3 days.
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