Florence 2 Day Itinerary: The Renaissance Sprint
Sofia Laurent· Europe Editor
Updated September 10, 2026 · 5 min read
Florence in 48 hours is a bookings problem with a beautiful solution: Brunelleschi's dome climb and the Uffizi both run timed entries that sell out days ahead — book them first, then build the days around them. Day one is the dome and David; day two is the Uffizi and Oltrarno.
At roughly €130 a day, the trip runs about €260 excluding flights. The center is thirty minutes on foot end to end — the only real cost is the queue discipline.
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Build your Florence plan →Day One: The Dome & David
Brunelleschi's 463 steps at the 8:15 slot — the terracotta sea from the lantern, Brunelleschi's engineering inches from your shoulders. The Accademia's David at opening, San Lorenzo's Medici chapels after, and the bistecca (shared) for dinner.
Day 2: The Uffizi & Oltrarno
The Uffizi at its booked hour — Botticelli's Venus and Primavera in the same room — then Oltrarno's artisan workshops, the Santo Spirito piazza, and Piazzale Michelangelo's sunset.
Your 48 Hours
Dome and David (1), Uffizi and Oltrarno (2).
Day 1 · The Dome & David
The 463 steps at 8:15, the Accademia at opening, Medici chapels, bistecca night.
Day 2 · The Uffizi & Oltrarno
Botticelli's room at opening, artisan workshops, the sunset terrace.
Practical planning info
Bookings
- The dome climb and the Uffizi both need timed tickets — book 1–3 weeks out.
- The Accademia's David needs a slot too, or a 7:30am queue.
Money
- About €260 for two days at planning figures, excluding flights.
Frequently asked questions
Is 2 days enough for Florence?
For the dome, David and the Uffizi — yes, with both bookings made. Tuscany's hills need day three (see our Italy itineraries).
Uffizi or the Accademia if I can only do one?
The Uffizi — Botticelli's room alone outweighs David's single statue, though the statue disagrees.
How much does 2 days in Florence cost?
About €260 excluding flights at our €130/day planning estimate.
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