4-6 months before your travel date is recommended by travel agencies. Try to begin your search around November 2024. Here are links to travel sites (Google Flights, Skyscanner, KAYAK, Hopper) to keep an eye on when it comes to pricing and availability: https://www.google.com/travel/flights?gl=US&hl=en-US https://www.skyscanner.com/ https://www.kayak.com/ https://hopper.com/
1. You can fly right into Florence 2. You can fly into Rome and take a train to Florence (may be cheaper to fly into Rome's larger airport)
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Florence, Italy's weather in May and June is generally warm (74 °F-81 °F) with cooler nights, and June is considered the start of summer.
You can expect warm weather and lots of events, so you should pack light, breathable clothing and comfortable shoes: Tops: Light cotton t-shirts, tank tops, polo shirts, or blouses Bottoms: Light cotton pants, capri pants, maxi or midi skirts, or sundresses Shoes: Sturdy walking sandals or sneakers with secure ankle straps Accessories: Hat, sunglasses, cotton scarf, and light jacket or sweater You should also consider packing layers, such as a cardigan or pullover, in case it gets cooler in the evening or at religious sites where shoulders may need to be covered. Breathable pants like jeans, cords, leggings, or joggers can protect you from brief rain while walking or cycling. You might also want to bring a trench coat, jean jacket, or raincoat with a hood for unexpected rain.