Florens & Rome – Why choose
Why choose between Florence and Rome when you can have the best of both? In five days you get to experience two of Italy’s most iconic cities – from the Renaissance masterpieces in Florence to the grand history of the Eternal City. With flights into Florence and home from Rome, the trip is smooth, and you set your own pace.
Between the cities you can choose between the Frecciarossa high-speed train (1.5 hours) or renting a car and driving through the Tuscan countryside (about 3–4 hours). Regardless of how you travel, an unforgettable journey through the soul of Italy awaits.
Florence – The heart of the Renaissance and a city for bon vivants
Welcome to Florence, where history meets art in a city that was once Europe’s cultural center. Here you stroll along cobblestone streets lined with elegant palaces, stop for an espresso at Piazza della Signoria, and let your gaze wander over the iconic dome of Il Duomo, one of the world’s most impressive cathedrals.
The city is a living museum – the Uffizi Gallery offers art by Michelangelo and Botticelli, while Ponte Vecchio, the medieval bridge over the Arno River, is filled with charming goldsmiths’ shops. For those who want a panoramic view over the entire city, Piazzale Michelangelo is a magical place to enjoy the sunset.
But Florence is more than history and art – it is also a city for food lovers. Here you can enjoy a perfectly grilled bistecca alla fiorentina, creamy truffle pasta, and a glass of red wine from the surrounding wine regions.
When you feel ready to leave the capital of the Renaissance, it is time to take the train or drive south, where the next great city awaits: Rome.
The journey between Florence and Rome – Smooth and full of possibilities
Train: For the fastest and smoothest journey, the Frecciarossa high-speed train runs from Florence to Rome in about 1.5 hours. A relaxed trip where you simply lean back and enjoy the scenery.
Car: For those who want to see more of Italy along the way, renting a car is an option. The road between Florence and Rome (about 280 km, 3–4 hours) winds through rolling Tuscan landscapes and offers opportunities to stop in charming towns such as Montepulciano, known for its wine, or Orvieto, a medieval town built on a cliff in Umbria.
Rome – History, life and endless discoveries
Arriving in Rome is like stepping into a living history book. Here the Colosseum stands proudly, recalling the time of the gladiators, while the Roman Forum tells stories of emperors and triumphal processions.
But Rome is more than its ruins – it is a city where you can wander between grand piazzas and narrow alleys, always with a new discovery around the corner. Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, let yourself be captivated by the architectural perfection of the Pantheon, or sit down at Piazza Navona and watch the world go by over an aperitivo.
One of the highlights is of course Vatican City, where the frescoes of the Sistine Chapel and the enormous dome of St. Peter’s Basilica take your breath away.
And then the food – in Rome, simplicity is best. A plate of cacio e pepe (pasta with pecorino and black pepper), a crispy Roman pizza, or a gelato by the Spanish Steps turns every day into a delight.
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