From Rome: Florence Day Trip by High-Speed Train & Accademia Gallery

About this activity

  • Duration

    12 hours
  • Host or greeter

    English

Highlights

  • Travel from Rome to Florence on a comfortable high-speed train
  • Skip the line at the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's David
  • Discover the beauty of the Florence Duomo and Brunelleschi's Dome
  • Explore the medieval bridge of Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery
  • Enjoy a glass of local Chianti wine and a traditional Florentine meal

Your experience

Experience an incredible day trip from Rome to Florence, one of the world's most famous cities for art, history, and culture.

High-Speed Train from Rome to Florence

Ride an Italian high-speed train that takes you to Florence in just over an hour, giving you sufficient time to discover many highlights of Florence as a Renaissance city.

Relax while traveling through the beautiful countryside of Italy to Florence.

Michelangelo's David at the Accademia Gallery

Skip the long line at Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's famous statue of David, as well as other Renaissance sculptures.

Florence's Iconic Landmarks

Experience Florence's famous attractions, beginning with the stunning Duomo — known for its incredible cathedral, beautiful white and green marble exterior, and breathtaking views from Brunelleschi's Dome.

Walk around Piazza della Signoria where you will find famous people of history represented in many ways, including Neptune's Fountain and the replica of Michelangelo's famous statue of David.

Walk through Florence's picturesque Ponte Vecchio, a medieval bridge lined with jewellery stores, and visit the Uffizi Gallery, which houses masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, and Michelangelo.

Panoramic Views and Tuscan Flavours

For a spectacular view of Florence, travel to Piazzale Michelangelo and enjoy stunning panoramic views of the city. Savour Florence's delicious traditional food — a classic bistecca grilled over an open flame or one of many freshly made pasta varieties — paired with the finest Chianti wine from the Tuscany region.

After a long day filled with art and discovery in beautiful Italy, you will board a fast train and return to Rome, bringing with you the beauty and inspiration of the Renaissance period.

Not Suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users
What's Included
  • Touristation Staff Assistance at Roma Termini Train Station
  • Round-trip high-speed train tickets between Rome and Florence
  • Accademia Gallery skip the line ticket
  • Walking City Tour of Florence
  • Free time to explore Florence at your own pace
What's Excluded
  • Assistance during your trip
  • Meals and beverages
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Starting location:

Roma Termini

2
Accademia Gallery

Visit (2 hours)

3
Florence

Free time (1 hour)

Drop-off location:

Roma Termini

Meeting Point

To Remember

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Hat
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Water

Know before you go

  • Please report to the Italo Lounge Club at Termini Station. The lounge is located on the 1st floor of the station, just in front of the 'Borri Books' bookshop. Look for the Touristation staff wearing red t-shirts to assist you.
  • Please note that the day trip is self-guided; a tour leader or guide during your trip is not included.