Things to Do in Florence with Kids
THE 10 BEST Family & Kid Activities in Florence
Things to Do in Florence with Kids
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Points of Interest & Landmarks • Flea & Street Markets
San Lorenzo
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Uffizi
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Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Uffizi
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Speciality Museums • Science Museums
Duomo
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Art Museums • History Museums
Duomo
Admission tickets from C$91
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Uffizi
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Speciality Museums • Science Museums
Duomo
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Duomo
Admission tickets from C$91
Military Museums • Art Museums
Santa Maria Novella
Admission tickets from C$23
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Gardens
Pitti
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Duomo
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Santo Spirito / San Frediano
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Santa Croce
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- DarrinAuckland, New Zealand10 contributionsBest view of the city, wouldn’t bother about Boboli gardens as the view from the Michel Angelo plaza is crazy good. Didn’t get there for the sunrise or sunset but put it on your list.Written September 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Henry M13 contributionsLocated in the midst of the flea market, the entrance was tucked away behind the facade of stores selling leather goods and jewellery. The market was less than crowded and it was not a challenge to settle down. We tried the beef brisket and the roasted chicken from different vendors, both with a side of potatoes and salad. The brisket was mouthwatering, with a nice char to it. The chicken was juicy and tender. We finished the meal with gelato, an italian staple. Overall the food was delectable and appetising.Written August 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- futtock21London, UK17,103 contributionsThe Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fuore in Florence is said according to the Florentine guide books to be the third largest cathedral in the world. This is a distinction it shares according to the Milanese guide books with Milan’s Duomo.Written August 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- EyekaytooLeverkusen, Germany3,121 contributionsWe more or less stumbled on this beautiful square on our private, family discovery tour of Florence. We spent most of the day just following our noses around - no guide books, tour operators or anything fancy. Just Google maps and my good nose for directioning :-)
But I digress. The Piazza della Signoria is a wonderful place featuring a host of world class marble statues, including a convenient replica of Michelangelo's David and some rather gruesome images of Perseus and Hercules inflicting some mythical savagery. There is also a statue depicting the Rape of the Sabine Women by Giambologna. Hmm...
Neptune is also here in a rather aptly constructed fountain to make him feel at home. The surrounding architecture is stunning as well.
There are also plenty of bars, gelaterias and restaurants here making it a really wonderful place to spend quality time. Oh, and all the artwork is free of charge to marvel at.
It's a popular place, certainly on the hot August day when we were there. I found that the best way to navigate through all the people was to just keep your head down and walk slowly but with purpose. No entrance fees or long queues here, by the way!Written September 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - PatchWellingMarlow, UK1,713 contributionsWe were very lucky that our hotel was close to the bridge. It was about ten minutes and it was a lovely walk. But, the bridge was very busy.
It was full of jewellery vendors on the bridge. I was unsure what to expect but not just that!
We were too busy dodging passer by to notice what else was around!
It was very busy stretch of about 300 yards but the structure was impressive and beautiful.
The buildings on the bridge were as I have seen in movies.
It was incredible seeing it in person but it was ashamed that we didn’t really had the opportunity to fully appreciate its architecture..Written September 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Clare P42 contributionsLots to see and lots of stairs to climb but worth a visit. You can go inside the first floor without paying but we decided to pay to see more.Written August 31, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Radu C2 contributionsVery pleasant time and full of findings! I highly recommended! Is a Florence must visit and you will enjoy it at full. Don't miss itWritten August 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BradHong Kong, China174,457 contributionsThe Historic Centre of Florence is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site (1982). It straddles the Arno River and includes numerous public squares and cobblestone streets lined with historic palaces, churches, museums, loggias filled with sculptures as well as hotels, retail shops and endless places to have a coffee, cornetto, gelato, panini or enjoyable sit down meal. Visitors can spend several days enjoying the beautiful Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings and architecture as well as the world class art and sculpture viewing opportunities along with great food and wine in Florence.
Of Europes many popular sightseeing cities, Florence has to be up there with the very best when it comes to beauty and volume of things to do, see and taste. Given it's proximity to Rome and other Italian gems, makes it particularly convenient to include for holiday making in Italy. While some just pass through for a night or two, it would be best to allow 3-4 nights if at all possible. By then, most will have had their fill and be ready to move on. Yet, Florence and Renaissance enthusiasts will easily find stays of up to a week or more reasonable as well. We have been fortunate to have been able to make a handful of 4 night stays in the city over the years and have never managed to complete our sightseeing or dining bucket lists during these visits, always leaving quite a few places for future trips.Written April 14, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - HighlandLass24Baltimore, MD193 contributionsI'd been to Florence many times before, but never knew this museum existed. I always wondered why the inside of the Duomo was so barren and that is because they took everything out of it and put it in the museum right behind it. There is an interesting collection in here and it was nowhere near as busy as the parts of the Duomo like the line to get inside the main part, the line to do the dome climb, or the line for the Santa Reparata. We had no line here and walked right in. It has several levels and an impressive collection of statues and the gold doors to the baptistery. It is definitely worth a stop.Written August 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ryan Otto Ulrich317 contributionsVisiting this museum is a profound experience, offering a glimpse into Galileo’s monumental impact on our understanding of the cosmos. The exhibits vividly showcase his groundbreaking contributions, from advocating heliocentrism to advancing telescope technology and naming the aurora borealis. This museum is a treasure trove for anyone fascinated by the evolution of scientific thought, and I’m thrilled I had the opportunity to explore it.
Of course, you can't miss the massive armillary sphere crafted by Antonio Santucci. Its intricate design and historical significance are truly brilliant.
Get in here.Written July 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - MicheleZurich, Switzerland143 contributionsIt is a good place to spend half an afternoon and learn in a hands on way about Leonardo‘s inventions. The museum has two rooms full of his machines and they can all be touched to understand the system behind which is kinda cool! Only problem is that it gets full, loud and crowded with kids fairly fastWritten December 9, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- EyekaytooLeverkusen, Germany3,121 contributionsWhat an interesting, free outdoor exhibition area showing some remarkable sculptures, many dating back to the 16th century. I didn't study each statue, but there was more than enough violence depicted in the ones I did spend some time studying - decapitation & rape for example. You have Perseus finishing off Medusa and the rape of the Sabine women, for example.
I was just fascinated that this is all in just one corner of the Piazza della Signoria adjoining the world famous Uffizi Gallery.
And you cam enjoy tis fabulous Renaissance artwork without paying any entrance fees or waiting in any queues. Wonderful!Written September 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - EyekaytooLeverkusen, Germany3,121 contributionsOur family was making a slow walking tour around Florence, simply following our noses and, to a certain extent, following the crowds. Eventually we came to this main square and the first thing that hit us was the 8 sided Baptistry of Saint John. To be honest, I thought that it looked rather artificial and I was genuinely wondering whether it had been draped in one great, ornate covering to hide building/restoration work just behind. But no, the white marble of this impressive building has been decorated just so. Incredible.
We didn't go into this building.Written September 7, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - CJTGlasgowGlasgow, UK775 contributionsVisited with friends - the admission was included in a ticket that gave us entry to Uffizi, the Pitti Palace and the gardens. The gardens are beautiful and from the upper terraces, you have great views over Florence. Be aware that in the heat, you can walk up sheltered paths rather than the main, exposed ones. Lots of benches to rest on whilst walking around. Very pleasant.Written September 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- EyekaytooLeverkusen, Germany3,121 contributionsOn walking around Florence I was really impressed with much of the artwork that is on public display. Seeing this bronze statue of Perseus with the Head of Medusa by Benvenuto Cellini was an example of what I mean. And to think that this was created back in the 16th century!
I was simply impressed by the casual, but powerful statue of Perseus standing over the slain body of Medusa with a mighty sword in his right hand and the grisly decapitated head of Medusa in his other hand. Violence and power somehow intertwined.
The statue is located in the Loggia dei Lanzi in the Piazza della Signoria along with another statue which are all free to the public - no entrance fees nor long queues. Superb!Written September 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
