Florence, Italy
Galleries, piazzas, and Tuscan food.
Daily budget baseline: $140 USD. Art and culture city breaks
How much does a trip to Florence cost?
A practical midrange budget for Florence is about $140 USD per traveler per day. For a 7-day trip for two people, ground costs land around $1,534 USD before long-haul flights—usually cheapest in January, February, and November.
- Daily budget baseline: $140 USD / traveler
- 7 days for 2 people: ~$1,534 USD ground costs (2nd traveler ≈ 62% of daily rate, shared room)
- Usually cheapest: January, February, and November
- Busiest months: June, July, and August
Sample food prices
- Bistecca alla fiorentina — avg $45.00 USD
- Ribollita — avg $12.00 USD
- Lampredotto panino — avg $6.00 USD
- Pappa al pomodoro — avg $11.00 USD
- Cantucci with vin santo — avg $8.00 USD
Ground-cost planning assumptions dated July 2026. Use the calculator to personalize origin, dates, and group size. See how group size affects cost.
When is the best time to visit Florence?
Aim for April, May, September, and October if you want the best overall window. January, February, and November usually bring lower trip costs, while June, July, and August draw the biggest crowds.
What are the top things to do in Florence?
- Uffizi Gallery — World-class Renaissance painting collection.
- Duomo complex — Cathedral, dome climb, and baptistery.
- Ponte Vecchio — Historic bridge lined with shops.
- Accademia Gallery — Home of Michelangelo’s David.
- Piazzale Michelangelo — Hilltop sunset view over the city.
What's the food and dining like in Florence?
Must-try food in Florence usually includes Bistecca alla fiorentina, Ribollita, Lampredotto panino. Typical plates below help you budget meals before you go.
- Bistecca alla fiorentina — Thick T-bone steak grilled rare. (avg $45.00)
- Ribollita — Hearty Tuscan bread-and-vegetable soup. (avg $12.00)
- Lampredotto panino — Tripe sandwich from street stands. (avg $6.00)
- Pappa al pomodoro — Thick tomato-and-bread soup. (avg $11.00)
- Cantucci with vin santo — Almond biscuits dipped in dessert wine. (avg $8.00)