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.