Travel
- FLORENCE AIRPORT (Amerigo Vespucci - FLR): about 35 minutes driving from the city center.
- PISA AIRPORT (Galileo Galilei - PSA): 1 hour and half from Florence city center by car.
- ROME AIRPORT (Fiumicino - FCO): about 3 hours and half from Florence city center by car.
Don't forget to check your passport expiration date! To board the flight to Italy, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 3 months from the date of departure from Italy. 6 months is recommended. Please account for 3 months for your passport to be processed and delivered.
Also, European airports (Italian ones included) will implement the EES (Entry/Exit System).
If this is your first time entering the Schengen Area after October 12th, 2025, passport control officers will scan your fingerprints and take a photo of your face. This information will be recorded in a digital file, so you won’t need to go through this procedure on future entries to the Schengen Area.
To stay updated on entry requirements, please click HERE.
EU Citizen
If you are an EU citizen, you just need a valid passport.
If you would like to book a private transfer to/ from the main airports/ train stations, our Guest Experience & Management Team will be glad to assist. Do not hesitate to contact them via WhatsApp at +39 3392853594 and ask for a tailor-made quotation!
June is the high season in Tuscany, so we recommend you to secure your transportation some months in advance!
Considering that Florence is a walkable city, renting a car is usually only necessary for traveling to and from the more distant airports or if you plan to explore Italy and Tuscany before or after the wedding.
Before choosing this option, please make sure your hotel in Florence offers private parking, as finding a spot in the city can be both challenging and expensive during the high season.
Below the best car rental services available at the more distant airports:
- CIBREO
Address: Via de’ Vecchietti, 5, Florence, Italy
Telephone Number: +39 0552665651
- GUCCI OSTERIA
Address: Piazza della Signoria, 10, Florence, Italy
Telephone Number: +39 0550621744
- LA MÉNAGÈRE
Address: Via De’ Ginori, 8/R50, Florence, Italy
Telephone Number: +39 0550750600
- LA GIOSTRA
Address: Borgo Pinti, 12r, Florence, Italy
Telephone Number: +39 055241341
- OSTERIA DELLE TRE PANCHE
Address: Vicolo Marzio, 1, Florence, Italy
Telephone Number: +39 3484562480
- RISTORANTE SANTA ELISABETTA
Address: Piazza Sant'Elisabetta, 3, 50122 Firenze FI (Brunelleschi Hotel)
Telephone: 055 273 7673
- CANTINETTA ANTINORI
Address: Piazza degli Antinori, 3, 50123 Firenze FI
Telephone: 055 292234
- CAFFÈ GILLI
Address: Via Roma, 1r, 50123 Firenze FI
Telephone: 055 213896
- CAFÉ GINORI AT THE ST. REGIS FLORENCE
Address: Piazza Ognissanti, 1, 50123 Firenze FI
Telephone: 055 2716 3754
- ATRIUM BAR
Address: Borgo Pinti, 99, 50121 Firenze FI (Four Seasons Hotel Firenze)
Telephone: 055 262 6450
- SPIRITUUM SPIRITS BAR
Address: Via Sant'Agostino, 14, 50125 Firenze FI
- FEDE COCKTAILAB
Address: Piazza Mentana, 10 R, 50122 Firenze FI
Telephone: 338 649 1758
- UFFIZI GALLERY: House of the most iconic Renaissance masterpieces, including artworks by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael.
- GALLERIA DELL'ACCADEMIA: Famous for Michelangelo’s David statue, as well as of important sculptures and paintings that showcase the history of Florentine art.
- PALAZZO VECCHIO: The political heart of Florence, dominating Piazza della Signoria and housing of the breathtaking Salone dei Cinquecento.
- DUOMO: The ultimate symbol of Florence, featuring Brunelleschi’s magnificeny dome, which dominates the skyline and never fails to impress visitors.
- SANTA CROCE CHURCH: Celebrated for its elegant Gothic design, it is also the resting place of Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. Its inner courtyard, surrounded by a beautiful cloister, offers a peaceful escape from the city.
- PONTE VECCHIO: One of the oldest bridges in Florence, overlooking the River Arno. The only bridge in the city to survive World War II.
- PIAZZALE MICHELANGELO: Designed in the 19th century, it offers one of the most breathtaking panoramic views of Florence and it is the best spot to admire the city’s skyline.
- BOBOLI GARDENS: Originally created in the 16th century as the private gardens of the Medici family, today they are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the finest examples of Italian Renaissance landscaping.
Florence High Streets
VIA DE' TORNABUONI: It's considered the most famous and the most luxurious street in the heart of Florence, walking distance of many of the city's most popular tourist attractions, such as the Duomo, the Uffizi Gallery, and the Ponte Vecchio. Via de' Tornabuoni is home to some of the most prestigious boutiques in the world, including Gucci, Ferragamo, and Prada. These boutiques sell high-end fashion, jewelry, and accessories.
PONTE VECCHIO: It's one of the oldest bridges in Florence, dating back to the 14th century. The Ponte Vecchio is home to some of the most luxurious jewelry shops that sell high-end jewelry, watches, and other accessories.
SAN LORENZO MARKET: The San Lorenzo market (often referred to as the Mercato Centrale or Mercato Centrale di San Lorenzo) is a fantastic spot to discover one-of-a-kind, locally crafted items. From leather belts to handbags and hats, the array of leather goods you’ll come across here is endless.
THE MALL FIRENZE: The Mall luxury outlet mall is located in Leccio Reggello, about 30 minutes outside of Florence, Italy. The mall features over 200 boutiques from some of the world's most famous luxury brands, including Gucci, Prada, Valentino, and Ferragamo. The shops are arranged in a series of open-air streets and courtyards. There are also a number of restaurants and cafes on-site.
WINE TOURS:
Antinori Winery - 35 minutes by car from the city center
Ruffino Estate - 40 minutes driving from Florence
Castello di Verrazzano - 50 minutes by car from the town
COOKING CLASSES:
Desinare - in town
Mama Florence - in town
Chianti Cooking School - in the Florence hills
GUIDED WALKING TOURS:
Florence What Else - Martina Guadagno
Firenze con Guida - Giulia Bozzi
If you are interested in full-day tours including both transportation and activities, please contact our Guest Experience & Management Team via Whatsapp at +39 3392853594 to receive a bespoke quotation.
SIENA:
Rich in history and art and with strong local traditions tied to its 17 districts (called “contrade”) and to the famous Palio di Siena, the biggest annual event that takes place twice each summer in the city.
The main attractions of the city are located between Piazza del Campo and the Cathedral.
Restaurants:
- La Compagnia dei Vinattieri
- Campo Cedro
- Osteria Le Logge
SAN GIMIGNANO:
San Gimignano, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a gloriously picturesque Italian town, with fifteen medieval towers (built by competing grandees as expressions of power), and a cathedral.
Its vertiginous streets are lined with small shops that sell locally made Tuscan cheeses, meats and sausages, table linens, ceramics, olive wood carvings and gelato.
Restaurants:
- Linfa
- Il Pino
- San Martino 26