Whats it like and is it worth taking my partner for weekend?
How far is airport from city>
Thankyou... i would appreciate good honest answers and advice from people who been there.
2006-10-25 00:12:02 · 22 answers · asked by ? 2 in Travel ➔ Italy ➔ Florence
Yes , if you are already in Italy, if you mean you are going for a weekend from the u.s. and flying 8 hours to Florence for the weekend I would say save your money, you need atleast a week or two to see Italy!
2006-10-29 10:25:20 · answer #1 · answered by dannydolphin 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is a truly magical city. The nearest airport is in Pisa, which is not too long a drive. Information about getting to and from the airport can be found on this site: http://64.233.161.104/search?q=cache:ErYspxQ-9coJ:www.italyflash.com/italyflash/longt/air/pisa.shtml+pisa+airport&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=2.
A weekend is only enough to sample Florence and its many, many attractions, so do make it as long a weekend as possible! If you are planning now, you are probably going to miss the crowds and be able to stroll around at your ease. You will want to visit the Uffici and the cathedral at the very least, enjoy some of the many good restaurants and take advantage of the fantastic shopping (leather goods are particularly good value). But even walking around admiring the splendid architecture is a pleasure. If there's time, take the short bus trip to Fiesole in the hills, to visit its ruined temple and enjoy its stunning panoramic view. Most visitors like to stay in a pensione, as it is far more affordable than a hotel and gives you more of a feeling of being part of the city. Don't hesitate to go! You'll want to return! Again and again!
2006-10-25 09:32:09 · answer #2 · answered by Doethineb 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
HI I live in Florence, maybe, i can help you...The airport is not really far from the city ,is about 10 minutes by car, from the airport ( Ameringo Vespucci) you have two options you can take a taxi or a special bus (ATAF) that will get you to the station (Santa Maria Novella) which is situated in the city of Florence, the bus tickets costs around 4.50 euro. Florence is a beautiful place is magic full of monuments Piazza del Duomo, Palazzo Pitti, uffizi if you are interested in art and architecture you have to visit Florence...is a good place for shopping too, in the city you can find Gucci,Armani, Dolce&gabbana, luis vuitton store and much more... near to Florence there are 2 famous outlet one is in (Leccio- Raggello) where you can buy gucci, fendi, la perla, valentino and much more with 70%discount the other one is situated in ( Barberino del Mugello). http://www.comune.firenze.it/servizi_pubblici/turismo/firenzeimmagini.htm (some pictures of Florence) ok ...here in italy we say buon viaggio have a good trip
2006-10-31 17:13:29 · answer #3 · answered by queenjohara 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is. There is so much more to it than just the art and the history and architecture which by themselves are fabulous, but more than you could probably take in in a weekend. However, around Florence nearby are hills with ancient castles surrounded by olive groves and the wine vineyards. A wine tour is a must, and also you might want to visit the beautiful seaside paradise called Cinque Terre which means "Five lands". I have to mention, too, that Florence is in Tuscany and Tuscan food is so good. You might just do restaurant tour. Hope this helps.
2006-10-30 13:45:41 · answer #4 · answered by mammabecki 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been to Florence four times in the last ten years and totally love it and wanna retire there when I'm 80. A nice manageable place. Great food, shops sights etc. No hills. Very romantic. I think I did City - Stansted then Stansted to Pisa, then take the train from INSIDE the Pisa airport DIRECT to Florence's Main train station. All very handy but with flight changover times you may waste a day getting there and back. Stay in one of the big name (but not big price) chain hotels that you are familiar with, so you know what you are getting in terms of accomodation etc. e.g. Comfort, Choice Hotels Group. Hope this helps.
2006-10-26 18:16:33 · answer #5 · answered by Jo Maxi 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
From the Airport of FLorence (PEretola) to the city center it's 20 minutes
2006-10-26 07:38:32 · answer #6 · answered by inksenso 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Florence is for people who like art. I didnt enjoy it because it was too crowded. Weekend is 2 short to see all of florence. and if you go as far as florence sure u need to see pisa tower as well. also the uffizi possibly needs advance booking for entry , please check on that too
Also depends where you are going to come from. Florence is well connected to rest of italy by train so dont force urself to fly to pisa. Aeroporto Galileo Galilei Pisa is 80 Km from Florence. Terravision operate a bus into Florence city centre. The Journey time is approximately 70 minutes and cost is €8 one way.
www.trenitalia.com
hope this helps
2006-10-25 07:27:42 · answer #7 · answered by faradayin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I LOVE FLORENCE! Yes, but the longer you have the better. I was there for five days and did not want to leave. A lot of the most important renaissance art is there. And the food is great. Lots of great small restaurants and cafes. The city is beautiful. You must go see Michelangelo's David! Pictures do not capture how incredible it is.
2006-10-25 07:17:02 · answer #8 · answered by Damien C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Florence has a lot to see and the great thing is that most of it is in the centre. Another great city nearby is Siena, well worth a look if you get the chance
2006-10-26 11:18:41 · answer #9 · answered by bottomburps 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is beautiful but is possibly the single most touristy place I've ever been to, but if you can get past the hoards of American and Japenese tourists then it is well worth a visit.
I have never flown to Florence, but you can get cheap ryan air flights to Pisa which is a short train journey away (1 hr)
2006-10-25 07:18:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋