Florence in 3 Days: Art, Food and Tuscan Escapes

Quick answer: with three days in Florence, see the city’s main sights in the first two days and dedicate the third to a private excursion into Tuscany, such as Chianti, Siena or the Val d’Orcia.

Three days is the ideal length for a first visit. Our private guides at Tour Florence suggest this plan. For the first two days, follow our two-day Florence itinerary.

Days 1 and 2: Florence

Cover the Duomo, the Accademia, the Uffizi, Palazzo Vecchio, Santa Croce, the Oltrarno and the Boboli Gardens. Book timed tickets in advance on the official Uffizi website and the Accademia website.

Day 3, option 1: Chianti wine country

The Chianti hills are an hour from Florence. Enjoy vineyards, cellar tastings and lunch with a view on a private Chianti wine tour.

Day 3, option 2: Siena

Siena is famous for Piazza del Campo and its medieval center. It makes a rich day trip with a private driver and a licensed guide.

Day 3, option 3: Val d’Orcia

For classic Tuscan scenery, choose the Val d’Orcia, with its cypress roads and hill towns. It is a longer day, best with a private driver.

Make it fully private

Tour Florence arranges licensed guides, tickets, drivers and transfers for all three days. You can also browse Florence tours and tickets on GetYourGuide, or prepare with Florence travel guides on Amazon.

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Frequently asked questions

How should you spend three days in Florence?

Spend two days in the city for the Duomo, the Accademia, the Uffizi and the Oltrarno, and use the third day for a Tuscan excursion such as Chianti or Siena.

Which day trip is best from Florence?

Chianti is ideal for wine and scenery, Siena for medieval history, and the Val d’Orcia for classic Tuscan landscapes.

Is a private driver worth it on the third day?

Yes. A private driver lets you reach vineyards and hill towns that trains and buses do not serve, and you set the pace.