Travel & Accomodations

Flight

AEROPORTO DI FIRENZE-PERETOLA (FLR)

The closest airport to fly into and allows you to skip train travel (about a 15-20 minute ride from the city center and costs around 20 euros). Keep in mind that it's hard 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. We usually find good prices using Skyscanner.com or Momondo.com for international flights!

Flight

LEONARDO DA VINCI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (FCO)

Flying into Rome is easier and there are usually more flight options! We also suggest flying into Rome if you are traveling to the Amalfi Coast or anywhere further south during your stay. The fastest way to get from Rome to Florence is by taking a high-speed train from Roma Termini station into Florence Santa Maria Novella Station. The fast trains take 1.5 hours to get from central Rome to central Florence and depart every 20-30 minutes all day from about 6am-9pm. Taking the train is very scenic, easy, and affordable! We usually find great flight prices using Skyscanner.com or Momondo.com for international flights!

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MILAN MALPENSA AIRPORT (MXP)

Milan is another great airport option as well, with many flights available. As a reminder, you’ll will need to take the train from Milan to Florence. Taking the train is very scenic, easy, and affordable! We usually find great flight prices using Skyscanner.com or Momondo.com for international flights!

Train

TRENITALIA

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.

Rental Car

RENTAL CAR

Florence is a walkable city. You will not need a car unless you are planning on driving to locations outside of Florence. If you plan on renting a car or driving to/from Florence, please note that parking in Florence is limited and you cannot drive through the historic city center. Information on parking can be found via this link.

House Or Rental

AIRBNB OR VRBO RENTALS

Florence is full of great Airbnbs, so we invite you to browse these options and "live like a local" for your time in town. We highly recommend the Santo Spirito neighborhood - a local artisanal neighborhood with great energy and authentic restaurants, just five minutes walking from the bustling city center. The neighborhood around the Duomo is also gorgeous! Areas to avoid would be Piazza Indipendenza and Via dei Benci.

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LOOKING TO STAY IN A VILLA?

Dreaming of waking up in the Tuscan countryside? There are many villas, airbnbs, and Agriturismos (farm stays with field-to-table meals included) in the nearby area. This is also a great option for groups! Check out sites like HomeAway, Kayak, and Airbnb. A car is a must if you'd like to stay in the countryside. We suggest renting something small to maneuver the windy roads - manual and automatic car rentals are available!

Hotel

Hotel Continentale

This hotel is right next to the Ponte Vecchio. This hotel is more modern in feel - and has a great rooftop! It's very walkable and in a great location. It's also near a taxi stand which is convenient if you don't feel like walking.

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Hotel degli Orafi

This hotel is more traditional and right on the Ponte Vecchio. It's rooftop views are stunning and it's also in a very convenient location! This hotel is near a taxi stand and lots of the major sights.

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Villa La Vedetta

This is the villa where we will be getting married! It may be convenient to stay here the night of the wedding or for your entire stay! It's about a 5 minute walk from one of Florence's famous piazzas, Piazzale Michelangelo, and a 5-10 minute taxi ride from Downtown Florence.

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Hotel Palazzo Guadagni

This hotel is on the other side of the Arno River - but still very walkable! It's a 16th-century building that is close to the art districts.

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Hotel De La Ville

This hotel is right in the middle of the shopping district and has a very central location in Downtown Florence! The rooms are smaller - so it may be worth it to upgrade your room if you're looking for more space.

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Hotel Brunelleschi

This hotel is very walkable and is overlooking Brunelleschi's Cathedral. Gorgeous views!

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Palazzo Castri 1874

This is a boutique hotel located in the center of Florence. Very walkable!

Travel Note

TRAVEL TIPS

Over the years, we have been fortunate to travel internationally quite a bit. From our personal experiences, we have put together a list of general travel tips to help you! -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! -Language: Try to learn a few Italian phrases. We've found that people love when you try to speak their native language! But, most people in Florence speak English :-)