If your cruise docks in La Spezia and you want to visit the cradle of the Renaissance, a day trip to Florence is a must on your Mediterranean cruise!
Florence Shore Day Trip
When you get off your cruise ship at the cruise terminal in La Spezia, you'll take the free shuttle bus to Largo Michelle Fiorillo. Here, the bus will be waiting for you to take you on a 2-hour journey to Florence. Cradle of the Renaissance, capital and jewel of Tuscany, birthplace of illustrious personalities... Florence stands out as one of the most acclaimed cities in Italy. Let's discover it!
Once we arrive at Piazzale Montelungo, you'll have 4.5 hours of free time to stroll around at your leisure to see the churches, markets, and works of art scattered throughout the historic center.
You'll fall in love with the Duomo and Brunelleschi's imposing dome, Giotto's bell tower, Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio, the San Lorenzo market, and the Ponte Vecchio! Strolling through these places will transport you to a time when art and creative wealth reached their peak.
You can also take this opportunity to taste the famous gastronomy of Florence by enjoying a typical panino al lampredotto in one of the street stalls, or a good bistecca alla fiorentina in a local restaurant!
Finally, we'll meet again at the station to return to La Spezia. We'll arrive at the cruise terminal 8 hours after the start of the day trip.
Day Trip Options
During the booking process, you can choose between the following options:
- Only Transport: in this case, you'll follow the itinerary previously described, where you'll have free time in Florence
- Tour with Tour Assistant: if you choose this option, you'll explore the city with a tour assistant
- Tour with Tour Assistant + Admission to Galleria dell'Accademia: the most complete option! In this case, along with the transport and the tour assistant, you'll also have admission to the Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze included. You can discover some of the most important pieces in the History of Art on your own!