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One-day itinerary · Toscane · Italie

What to see in one day in Florence: 5 churches not to miss

Cathedral, chapels and shrines: here is the shortest walking itinerary to discover the religious heritage of Florence in a single day.

2.0 km on foot · about 3 h with visits

  1. Stop 1

    Basilica of the Holy Trinity

    Sanctuary · Florence

    Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.

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  2. Stop 2 · 0.3 km from the previous stop

    Chiesa di Santa Cecilia (Florence, Italy)

    Church · Florence

    Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.

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  3. Stop 3 · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    Cappella di Eleonora

    Chapel · Florence

    Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.

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  4. Stop 4 · 0.5 km from the previous stop

    Basilica of Santa Croce

    Sanctuary · Florence

    Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.

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  5. Stop 5 · 1.0 km from the previous stop

    Basilica of San Lorenzo

    Sanctuary · Florence

    Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.

    See the full guide

Tips for the day

  • Start early: morning light is at its best on stained glass and facades.
  • Check opening and mass times before leaving: many churches close between noon and 2 pm.
  • Bring water, good shoes and clothing that covers the shoulders to enter shrines.

Itinerary generated automatically from OpenStreetMap and Wikipedia data. Check access and opening times locally.

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