Florence Practical Information

From: Florence

ABOVE: The center of Florence is always busy, even outside the main tourist season.

Internet Access

See the "Internet Access" listings on my Florence: Miscellaneous Links page. Also, some hotels have Internet terminals in their lobbies.

Maps

My favorite printed map of central Florence is the Firenze 1:10,000 map from the Istituto Geographico DeAgostini's Pianta della citta: Italia series, which is inexpensive and convenient to use. You can buy it in Florence bookshops and souvenir stores or from DeAgostini.it (Italian only).

For free maps that you can study online, see:

Florence Map europeforvisitors.com
This embedded Google Map is based on satellite-photo data.

Lonely Planet Florence Map
This map is small and simple, but it displays quickly and shows the major attractions.

Florence by Net: Florence Map
Plan your walks around central Florence with this detailed, easy-to-read map from Florence by Net.

World Executive: Florence Street Maps
Pick a quadrant for a closer view.

Weather

Florence Weather Forecast europeforvisitors.com
Check current conditions and a 10-day forecast in metric or English units. This page also has links to monthly climate averages, sunrise/sunset times, and the current time in Florence.

Money

Europe for Visitors Money and Currency Articles
Read these articles on ATM cards, hidden credit-card surcharges, mind-boggling "traveler's check card" fees, the euro, and other financial topics for travelers.

Personal Safety

Violent crime isn't yet a major problem in Italy, but pickpockets and purse-snatchers can be a nuisance in busy tourist areas. Read my article on Crime in Europe for tips (including product suggestions) that will help you keep crooks at bay.

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