What are the peak tourist seasons in Florence?

Florence experiences hot summer with temperatures soaring in the months of July and August. These are also the busiest tourist months as international travelers pour in during school vacations.

What are the shoulder seasons in Florence?

The seasons that bridge the high and low seasons are known as the “shoulder seasons.” There are two shoulder seasons: from April (or post-Easter) to mid-June and September through October. The absolute best time of year to visit Italy is during shoulder season.

What is the off-season in Florence?

Fall raises the curtain on a banquet of wild forest riches – game, mushrooms and, towards the end of November, Tuscany's decadent white truffles – all of which find their way onto trattoria and restaurant menus in devoutly zero-kilometer, foodie Florence.

What is the cheapest time of year to visit Florence?

If you don't fancy crowds, and you're after a more intimate experience in this fascinating city, the best months to visit Florence are November, February, and March – being the cheapest and less crowded period.

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Q: When is the best time to visit Florence?

The best time to visit Florence is between May and September when warm weather ushers in art festivals, open-air dining and the kind of Italian sunshine that inspired the Renaissance painters. Unfortunately, it also brings sweltering weather, tourist swarms and high hotel rates.