Lonely Planet Pocket Florence & Tuscany

Discover twice the place in half the time with our expert team of travel writers who share what you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Florence & Tuscany.

Imagine a place where historic labyrinthine paths drift into romantic countryside, and truffle-fuelled street eats meet Michelin-starred gastronomy. Every must-see spot in this guide comes straight from travellers and locals who have strolled the iconic Ponte Vecchio bridge, shopped for food at Mercato delle Cascine, and caught a train to Pisa. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Florence & Tuscany travel guide. Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1-7 days including:

• Exciting 'Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
• Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of our picks top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
• Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Florence
• Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and highlight unique experiences on each trail
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including the Uffizi, the Duomo, and the Museo delle Navi Antiche
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
• Updated as part of Lonely Planet's reimagined guidebook collections, built to help travellers plan smarter, travel easier and explore with confidence
• Covers: Duomo to Piazza della Signoria; Santa Maria Novella; San Lorenzo & San Marco; Santa Croce & Sant'Ambrogio; Boboli, San Niccolò & San Miniato al Monte; Oltrarno; Pisa; Siena

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Florence & Tuscany.