The cradle of the Renaissance and an art-lover's city — home of the Uffizi, the Duomo and Michelangelo's David. The artisan workshops of Oltrarno, the bustle of San Lorenzo Market, and the sunset from Piazzale Michelangelo deliver uniquely Florentine moments. A gateway for Tuscan wine tours, the city's walkable, compact size is part of its charm.
Best Season
April-June and September-October are best. Spring blankets the Tuscan hills in flowers, while July-August summers are very hot.
Budget
Daily budget about KRW 120,000-220,000 (lodging 70,000-140,000, food 30,000-50,000, transport and entry 20,000-30,000).
Transport
Tram line T2 runs from Florence Airport to the city center in about 20 minutes. The compact old town is best explored on foot. Prepaid SIMs are available at the airport (TIM, Vodafone, etc., about EUR 10-15/week). Card payments are widely accepted. A coperto of EUR 2-3 is added at restaurants; additional tipping is optional.
Visa
Korean passport holders may enter the Schengen Area visa-free for 90 days.
Safety
Watch for pickpockets around tourist sites, especially near Santa Maria Novella station and other busy areas.
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Signature food of Florence
Bistecca alla Fiorentina
🍱 TraditionalA thick Florentine T-bone steak, traditionally served rare and cut from Chianina beef. About EUR 5-8 per 100g (typically 1kg+). Trattoria Mario near San Lorenzo Market is a local favorite.
Lampredotto
🍢 Street FoodBoiled tripe served in a bread roll — Florence's working-class soul food. About EUR 4-6. The street stalls near Santa Croce are famous for it.
Ribollita
🍱 TraditionalA hearty Tuscan farmhouse soup of bread, beans, and kale. About EUR 8-12. Especially good in winter at a humble trattoria in Oltrarno.