10 days in Florence, Venice & Rome Itinerary

Change things up with these side-trips from Florence: Leaning Tower of Pisa (in Pisa) and Siena (Battistero di San Giovanni, Piazza del Campo, &more). There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, ponder the world of politics at Palazzo Vecchio, contemplate the long history of The Baptistery of St. John, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.

To find photos, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Florence tour itinerary planner.

Paris, France to Florence is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also take a train; or drive. In October, Florence is a bit warmer than Paris - with highs of 71°F and lows of 54°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) early enough to go by car to Venice.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): explore the activities along Canal Grande, admire the striking features of Basilica di San Marco, then examine the collection at Doge's Palace, and finally take in panoramic vistas at St Mark's Campanile. On the next day, get to know the fascinating history of Campo del Ghetto, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Santa Maria dei Miracoli, take in the views from Ponte di Rialto, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza San Marco, then contemplate the long history of Ponte dei Sospiri, and finally browse the exhibits of Peggy Guggenheim Collection.

For where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Venice sightseeing planner.

Traveling by car from Florence to Venice takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. When traveling from Florence in November, plan for little chillier days in Venice, with highs around 56°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 43°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Rome.

Rome is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, make a trip to Piazza Navona, ponder the design of Trevi Fountain, and admire the masterpieces at Galleria Borghese.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Rome travel planning site.

Getting from Venice to Rome by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Venice in November: highs in Rome hover around 63°F, while lows dip to 47°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) to allow time to fly back home.