Flight
The closest airport to fly into and allows you to skip train travel (about a 15-20 minute ride from the city center and 25-30 minutes drive to the wedding venue.). Keep in mind that it's difficult to find a direct flight from the US - so you will most likely have a layover. It is also possible to fly into Rome (FCO), or Milan (MXP) and travel to Florence via train or bus relatively easily.
Train
If you fly into another city and don't feel like driving to Florence after your flight, you're in luck! There are several nonstop trains per hour direct to Florence Santa Maria Novella station! This is also a great way to travel around Italy before/after the wedding! There is also a car rental depot right outside of the station if you prefer to drive. Train tickets from other major cities to Florence usually run between $10-30 USD. You can pre-book your train tickets online. Booking opens 120 days (4 months) before your date of travel. You can purchase train tickets at the train station as well but may pay a slightly higher fare. *If you purchase your ticket at the station be sure to validate your train ticket before boarding your train!!! Look for the little green machines. Stick your ticket in there! If you pre-book online, you do not need to validate the ticket.
Hotel
Just outside Florence towards the venue.
Hotel
Hotel located in the Florence center.
Hotel
Hotel close to the Venue.
Hotel
Located right outside the city center of Florence. 20-30 mins to wedding venue.
Hotel
Located right outside the city center of Florence, 13 minute drive to wedding venue.
Hotel
Located in the city center of Florence. 20-30 minute drive to wedding venue.
Hotel
Located in the city center of Florence. 20-30 minute drive to wedding venue.
Hotel
Located right outside of the city center of Florence. 13 minute drive to wedding venue.
Travel Note
Airbnb is a great option. If you have any questions on the best location(s) to stay in Florence/Tuscany, let us know!
Travel Note
Vrbo is another great option. If you have any questions on the best location(s) to stay in Florence/Tuscany, let us know!
Travel Note
Please note, we understand the cost to travel and time off from work may be too much for some. Please join us if you are able, but we completely understand if you cannot! For those who are able to join us, we have put together a list of general travel tips to help you! - Taxis: Call +39 055 4242 or go to www.4242.it This is much more affordable and reliable than uber! -Navigating: download Google maps offline for the area(s) you will be visiting. This is a huge lifesaver if you do not have free data. -Communication: please have access to either WhatsApp, Facebook messenger, or regular texting for the trip. This is how we will contact you in case of any last-minute updates! -Credit Cards/Money: You will get the best currency exchange rates at ATM's in Italy. Check with your bank ahead of time in regards to foreign transaction fees. You can also use a credit card that has no foreign transaction fees. Remember to notify your banks/credit cards that you are traveling so that your transactions do not get blocked!