Traveling to a city for the first time, especially if it’s a different country, can be more than a little intimidating. With Florence, Italy, there’s the excitement of visiting a historic city, but the fear of missing something.
Sure, you can arrive in Florence and just wing it, but will you really enjoy your time? Here are some items that you should think about before embarking on your Florence vacation. I’ve put together four great Florence travel tips to get you started.
Florence Weather
Do you like it hot, cold or mild? The truth is, Florence doesn’t get too hot, but it can get a little cooler.
The two warmest months in Florence are July and August. Expect to see temperatures in the 70′s F to the early 80s F. The other problem is the mosquitoes during these months.
Florence dips down into the 30s and 40s F in November, December, January, February and March. In April, the temperatures begin to reach toward 50F.
It rains in Florence. The driest months are January, February and March, which typically see about four inches of rainfall for the month. September tends to be the wettest month, about 12 inches of rainfall.
Florence Tourist Offices
The moment you step foot on Florence soil, start making your way to a tourist office (Ufficio Informazioni). Once there, you’ll be able to get information on what’s happening that week, places to eat, places to see, tours to take and more.
The Florence tourist offices are all over the city. Don’t forget to pick up your free Florence map while at one!
Footwear for Walking in Florence
Florence is a city that you’ll do a lot of walking in. Spend the money if you have to and get top-of-the-line footwear. You’ll be glad you did.
Dealing with Florence Crowds
It should go without saying, but Florence is a crowed place, especially when it’s peak time for tourists.
People are everywhere. Learn to walk with the crowds and learn to make your own paths. Many are going to the same attractions. Florence is full of great things to see. By planning ahead of time and looking for some “not so common” attractions, you can have a more pleasant time.