{"id":22848,"date":"2022-05-13T16:11:08","date_gmt":"2022-05-13T16:11:08","guid":{"rendered":"\/?p=22848"},"modified":"2025-05-30T06:15:16","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T06:15:16","slug":"is-florence-safe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/is-florence-safe\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Florence Safe? Our Top 10 Tips for a Visit Con Calma"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Florence is every bit the romantic and dreamy destination that you can imagine: cobblestoned alleyways nestled between palazzi, captivating art and architecture, and a vibrant outdoor dining culture are all ingredients for a perfect stay in Florence. However, as is the case when visiting a large and unfamiliar city, you might be wondering: <strong>is Florence safe?<\/strong><p>Thankfully, the answer is a big YES. But there are precautions you can take to give you peace of mind when visiting the birthplace of the Renaissance.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_22854\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/eric-teixido-unsplash-florence-duomo-busy-crowds-tourists.jpg\" alt=\"Crowds of tourists surround the Duomo in Florence on a sunny summer day\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/eric-teixido-unsplash-florence-duomo-busy-crowds-tourists.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/eric-teixido-unsplash-florence-duomo-busy-crowds-tourists-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/eric-teixido-unsplash-florence-duomo-busy-crowds-tourists-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/eric-teixido-unsplash-florence-duomo-busy-crowds-tourists-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/eric-teixido-unsplash-florence-duomo-busy-crowds-tourists-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">It can get very crowded in the touristy areas of Florence, so watch your belongings and be aware of common scams. Photo credit: &Egrave;ric Teixid&oacute;<\/figcaption><\/figure><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">What&#039;s Included<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6901b3e513c8e\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #1fc2de;color:#1fc2de\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #1fc2de;color:#1fc2de\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6901b3e513c8e\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/is-florence-safe\/#Top_10_Tips_for_a_Safe_Stay_in_Florence\" >Top 10 Tips for a Safe Stay in Florence<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/is-florence-safe\/#1_Confidence_is_key\" >1. Confidence is key<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/is-florence-safe\/#2_Know_where_you_are_going\" >2. Know where you are going<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/is-florence-safe\/#3_The_buddy_system%E2%80%93it_isnt_just_for_field_trips\" >3. The buddy system&ndash;it isn&rsquo;t just for field trips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/is-florence-safe\/#4_Watch_your_belongings\" >4. Watch your belongings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/is-florence-safe\/#5_Make_yourself_pickpocket_proof\" >5. Make yourself pickpocket proof<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/is-florence-safe\/#6_Trust_your_instincts\" >6. Trust your instincts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/is-florence-safe\/#7_Know_the_scams_to_avoid\" >7. Know the scams to avoid<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/is-florence-safe\/#8_Know_who_to_call_if_something_does_go_wrong\" >8. Know who to call if something does go wrong<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/is-florence-safe\/#9_Stay_connected\" >9. Stay connected<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/is-florence-safe\/#10_Enjoy_every_moment_of_your_trip\" >10. Enjoy every moment of your trip<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_10_Tips_for_a_Safe_Stay_in_Florence\"><\/span>Top 10 Tips for a Safe Stay in Florence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1><p>With piazzas and streets brightly lit at night and an overall <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/crime\/in\/Florence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">low crime rate<\/a>, most travelers feel very safe when visiting Florence.<\/p><p>We get it, the laid-back lifestyle of lazy walks taking in the sights and wine-soaked meals can sweep you up and disarm you. While violent incidents are rare, keep in mind that theft and pickpocketing does happen in Florence. Read on for our top 10 tips for a safe stay in Florence and the trip of a lifetime.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Confidence_is_key\"><\/span>1. Confidence is key<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Keep your head up, stand tall, and walk with purpose! Appearing confident is the first step to feeling confident, even if you&rsquo;re feeling a bit lost. Furthermore, having an air of confidence when roaming around will help not to single you out as an easy target.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Know_where_you_are_going\"><\/span>2. Know where you are going<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Wandering around and letting Florence lead the way is part of the fun, but do plan out your bigger adventures and make sure someone you trust back home has your itinerary.<\/p><p>When heading to a specific destination, look up the directions before leaving your starting point. If using a navigation app, stick an earbud in one ear to listen to the spoken directions so you aren&rsquo;t caught staring down at your phone.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_22853\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-oleksandr-pidvalnyi-stay-safe-florence-trip-itinerary.jpg\" alt=\"Woman in train station walking pulling rolling suitcase\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-oleksandr-pidvalnyi-stay-safe-florence-trip-itinerary.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-oleksandr-pidvalnyi-stay-safe-florence-trip-itinerary-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-oleksandr-pidvalnyi-stay-safe-florence-trip-itinerary-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-oleksandr-pidvalnyi-stay-safe-florence-trip-itinerary-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-oleksandr-pidvalnyi-stay-safe-florence-trip-itinerary-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Before you leave, make sure someone you trust has your itinerary. Photo credit: Oleksandr Pidvalnyi<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_The_buddy_system%E2%80%93it_isnt_just_for_field_trips\"><\/span>3. The buddy system&ndash;it isn&rsquo;t just for field trips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Don&rsquo;t get us wrong, Florence is a great city for <a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/solo-travel-florence\/\">solo travel<\/a>! But when traveling with a group, always keep an eye on one another. Especially when out late enjoying <a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/best-things-to-do-in-florence-at-night\/\">Florence at night<\/a>, stay together when finding your way home.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_22855\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/michael-discenza-unsplash-stay-safe-nightlife.jpg\" alt=\"Friends dancing at a club with mixed drinks in hand\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1244\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/michael-discenza-unsplash-stay-safe-nightlife.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/michael-discenza-unsplash-stay-safe-nightlife-289x300.jpg 289w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/michael-discenza-unsplash-stay-safe-nightlife-988x1024.jpg 988w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/michael-discenza-unsplash-stay-safe-nightlife-768x796.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Use the buddy system when enjoying the nightlife that Florence has to offer. Photo credit: Michael Discenza<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Watch_your_belongings\"><\/span>4. Watch your belongings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>If not storing your luggage in a trusted <a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/luggage-storage-florence\/\">luggage storage in Florence<\/a>, always keep an eye on your belongings and never leave them unattended.<\/p><p>Rather than hanging a purse on the back of your chair at a bar or restaurant, consider holding it in your lap or looping a strap around your leg. Try not to leave phones or cameras out on a table or bench unless you&rsquo;re actively using them.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_22856\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-helena-lopes-safe-in-florence-wine-glasses-phone.jpg\" alt=\"Glasses of wine on restaurant table with glasses and cell phone\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-helena-lopes-safe-in-florence-wine-glasses-phone.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-helena-lopes-safe-in-florence-wine-glasses-phone-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-helena-lopes-safe-in-florence-wine-glasses-phone-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-helena-lopes-safe-in-florence-wine-glasses-phone-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pexels-helena-lopes-safe-in-florence-wine-glasses-phone-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Try to avoid putting your phone on the table unless you&rsquo;re actively using it. Photo credit: Helena Lopes<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Make_yourself_pickpocket_proof\"><\/span>5. Make yourself pickpocket proof<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Pickpockets benefit from the distractions of heavily populated areas, so stay aware of your surroundings in tourist hot spots. Stay mindful on <a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/public-transportation-florence\">Florence&rsquo;s public transport<\/a>, around train stations and bus stops, and tourist destinations like outside the Uffizi Galleries and Piazza del Duomo.<\/p><p>There are also a few ways to carry your items in a way to ward off pickpockets. Avoid carrying wallets or phones in pants pockets. If carrying a backpack, don&rsquo;t store valuables in the outer pockets that are easy to reach. Cross-body bags, drawstring backpacks, and fanny packs aren&rsquo;t just fashionable accessories&ndash;they&rsquo;re great travel staples to keep your stuff safe!<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_22852\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gabriella-clare-marino-unsplash-eating-outdoors.jpg\" alt=\"small wooden table at casual outdoor terrace restaurante in florence, italy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gabriella-clare-marino-unsplash-eating-outdoors.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gabriella-clare-marino-unsplash-eating-outdoors-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gabriella-clare-marino-unsplash-eating-outdoors-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gabriella-clare-marino-unsplash-eating-outdoors-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gabriella-clare-marino-unsplash-eating-outdoors-330x220.jpg 330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Make sure to stay aware of bags, phones, and cameras when dining out in Florence. Photo credit:<br>Gabriella Clare Marino<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Trust_your_instincts\"><\/span>6. Trust your instincts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Above all else, listen to your gut if you find yourself in a sticky situation. In general, people in Florence are friendly and mean you no harm. But if you ever get an &ldquo;off&rdquo; feeling from a stranger or an area, trust your instincts and get out of there.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Know_the_scams_to_avoid\"><\/span>7. Know the scams to avoid<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Unfortunately, there are scammers on the hunt for suckers in Florence. On the flip side, they&rsquo;re quite easy to spot and to avoid.<\/p><p>One scam in busy pedestrian zones is the petition scam. A persistent person tries to stop you and ask for your signature. Then, someone picks your pocket while you are signing. Another way this scam goes down is as soon as you&rsquo;re finished signing, they will ask you belligerently for a &ldquo;donation&rdquo; to their cause.<\/p><p>Another common trap is the bracelet scam. A seemingly friendly person will offer you a &ldquo;free&rdquo; bracelet, then slip it on your wrist and demand money for the &ldquo;gift&rdquo;.<\/p><p>While scammers may be persistent, kindly but firmly decline and just keep walking. Remember tip number one&ndash;confidence is key!<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_22857\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kai-pilger-unsplash-staying-safe-in-florence.jpg\" alt=\"Crowded street in Florence with the duomo in the background\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kai-pilger-unsplash-staying-safe-in-florence.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kai-pilger-unsplash-staying-safe-in-florence-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kai-pilger-unsplash-staying-safe-in-florence-768x1023.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/kai-pilger-unsplash-staying-safe-in-florence-1153x1536.jpg 1153w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Be aware of common scams, which can happen in different parts of the city. Photo credit: Kai Pilger<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Know_who_to_call_if_something_does_go_wrong\"><\/span>8. Know who to call if something does go wrong<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>While highly unlikely that you&rsquo;ll need to get in touch with emergency services, 112 is the general police number. For a medical emergency, 118 is the number to call for an ambulance.<\/p><p>To report a theft, you&rsquo;ll need to file a &ldquo;denuncia di furto&rdquo; or &ldquo;smarrimento&rdquo; at the nearest polizia (police) or carabinieri (military police). Italian bureaucracy may be a pain, and Italian police aren&rsquo;t required to speak English, but keep calm and use a translator app to get by.<\/p><p><em>Insider&rsquo;s tip:<\/em> Find even more great insights in our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/florence-travel-tips\">Florence travel tips<\/a>!<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Stay_connected\"><\/span>9. Stay connected<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>With the ease of using apps to navigate public transportation and book restaurant reservations, having a local cell phone plan in Florence is a no-brainer. While most restaurants and hotels offer free Wi-Fi, there&rsquo;s freedom and peace of mind when you have a connected cell phone everywhere you go.<\/p><p>Your cell phone carrier should have international add-on options, but if you&rsquo;re visiting for a longer stay, consider getting an Italian SIM card. Most Italian cell phone companies offer prepaid international promos for abroad travelers that include local calls, texts, and several dozen gigabytes of data so you can always stay connected in case of an emergency.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_22858\" class=\"thumbnail wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"width: 1210px\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/assets2.devourtours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rajan-ayyappan-unsplash-ponte-vecchio-florence-early-morning.jpg\" alt=\"A man rides his bike by the Ponte Vecchio in the early morning in Florence\" width=\"1200\" height=\"899\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rajan-ayyappan-unsplash-ponte-vecchio-florence-early-morning.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rajan-ayyappan-unsplash-ponte-vecchio-florence-early-morning-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rajan-ayyappan-unsplash-ponte-vecchio-florence-early-morning-1024x767.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rajan-ayyappan-unsplash-ponte-vecchio-florence-early-morning-768x575.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wordpress-assets-devourtours.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/rajan-ayyappan-unsplash-ponte-vecchio-florence-early-morning-640x480.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><figcaption class=\"caption wp-caption-text\">Stay connected, even on an early morning stroll to the Ponte Vecchio. Photo credit: Rajan Ayyappan<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Enjoy_every_moment_of_your_trip\"><\/span>10. Enjoy every moment of your trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>While not necessarily a safety tip, never forget that the purpose of your visit to Florence is to have a good time! By staying vigilant and cool-headed, you&rsquo;ll have the trip of your dreams.<\/p><p><em>Update notice: This article was updated on May 30, 2025.<\/em><\/p><p><strong>Want to experience Florence like few visitors ever do? Join our <a href=\"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/tours\/florence-after-hours-cathedral-tour\/\">Alone in the Duomo: VIP After-Hours Tour with Dome Climb &amp; Private Terrace Access<\/a>.&nbsp;Escape the crowds and discover Florence&rsquo;s famous Duomo on an after-hours tour, climbing 463 steps to the dome top for magnificent views and close-up encounters with its artwork.&nbsp;Join us for this VIP experience that will be a highlight of your trip to Florence!<\/strong><\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Florence is every bit the romantic and dreamy destination that you can imagine: cobblestoned alleyways nestled between palazzi, captivating art and architecture, and a vibrant outdoor dining culture are all ingredients for a perfect stay in Florence. 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