Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Planning a trip to Florence in April? The weather is turning, the gardens are blooming, and the city is getting busy. Easter weekend, spring break crowds, and sold-out tickets can catch visitors completely off guard.
Mikayla and I walk you through everything you need to know so you can plan with confidence.
* ๐๐ป TOURS WE RECOMMEND FOR APRIL*
This video is sponsored by Walks of Italy.
๐จ VIP David & Duomo Tour - early Accademia access + skip-the-line dome climb: https://fas.st/t/kmzt24Gr
๐ Florence in a Day Tour - Accademia, Duomo & Uffizi with a guide: https://fas.st/t/UMJYW9Re
๐ VIP After-Hours Tour with Dome Climb & Private Terrace Access: https://fas.st/t/DkHnkBvF
๐ท Oltrarno at Sunset Food & Wine Tour: https://fas.st/t/VGnayyAu
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*โ CHAPTERS*
00:00 Introduction
01:02 Crowds and what to expect
02:59 The best ways to see Florence's most popular sites
04:30 Where to stay in Florence
05:33 What the weather is like and what to pack
07:04 Events and seasonal highlights in April
08:41 Best things to do in Florence ( local spots and hidden gems)
*๐ฟ WATCH NEXT*
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*๐ MORE FLORENCEWISE RESOURCES*
๐ธ Florence in April Guide: florencewise.com/florence-by-month/a-complete-guide-to-visiting-florence-in-april
๐ฃ Easter in Florence: florencewise.com/essential-things/celebrating-easter-in-florence
๐จ Where to Stay in Florence: florencewise.com/where-to-stay-in-florence/our-complete-guide-to-where-to-stay-in-florence
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*โจ PLAN YOUR TRIP*
๐ Spring essentials for Florence - Amazon Storefront:amazon.com/shop/romewise/list/12ND68V8T1EU6?ref_=aipsflist
๐ง Subscribe to the Florencewise Newsletter: citywise-global-llc2.kit.com/florencewise
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๐ I'm Elyssa Bernard โ Rome resident & Italy travel expert for 20+ years. Mikayla Early is our Florence-based local expert. For media or collaboration inquiries: partners@citywiseglobal.com
โ๏ธ Affiliate Disclaimer: This video is sponsored by Walks of Italy. Some links may also be affiliate links at no extra cost to you.
Planning a trip to Florence in April? The weather is turning, the gardens are blooming, and the city is getting busy. Easter weekend, spring break crowds, and sold-out tickets can catch visitors completely off guard.
Mikayla and I walk you through everything you need to know so you can plan with confidence.
* ๐๐ป TOURS WE RECOMMEND FOR APRIL*
This video is sponsored by Walks of Italy.
๐จ VIP David & Duomo Tour - early Accademia access + skip-the-line dome climb: https://fas.st/t/kmzt24Gr
๐ Florence in a Day Tour - Accademia, Duomo & Uffizi with a guide: https://fas.st/t/UMJYW9Re
๐ VIP After-Hours Tour with Dome Climb & Private Terrace Access: https://fas.st/t/DkHnkBvF
๐ท Oltrarno at Sunset Food & Wine Tour: https://fas.st/t/VGnayyAu
------------------
*โ CHAPTERS*
00:00 Introduction
01:02 Crowds and what to expect
02:59 The best ways to see Florence's most popular sites
04:30 Where to stay in Florence
05:33 What the weather is like and what to pack
07:04 Events and seasonal highlights in April
08:41 Best things to do in Florence ( local spots and hidden gems)
*๐ฟ WATCH NEXT*
youtube.com/watch?v=LkKbr_vakkQ
youtu.be/NqmDhGW0UOA?si=N85ivhoo0nlj4roE
youtu.be/dcisagk01Ew?si=GWxc6SD05dWgscx9
youtu.be/-UHtT89FSpY?si=hXrjJWrUA-n7LGrM
youtu.be/XHHqb2JEpZU?si=TpacVXQ5_rzgOQcl
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*๐ MORE FLORENCEWISE RESOURCES*
๐ธ Florence in April Guide: florencewise.com/florence-by-month/a-complete-guide-to-visiting-florence-in-april
๐ฃ Easter in Florence: florencewise.com/essential-things/celebrating-easter-in-florence
๐จ Where to Stay in Florence: florencewise.com/where-to-stay-in-florence/our-complete-guide-to-where-to-stay-in-florence
------------------
*โจ PLAN YOUR TRIP*
๐ Spring essentials for Florence - Amazon Storefront:amazon.com/shop/romewise/list/12ND68V8T1EU6?ref_=aipsflist
๐ง Subscribe to the Florencewise Newsletter: citywise-global-llc2.kit.com/florencewise
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*Welcome to Florencewise โ your go-to guide to Florence! ๐ธ*
๐ FOLLOW US
Website: florencewise.com
tiktok.com/@florencewise.it
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facebook.com/florencewise
๐ I'm Elyssa Bernard โ Rome resident & Italy travel expert for 20+ years. Mikayla Early is our Florence-based local expert. For media or collaboration inquiries: partners@citywiseglobal.com
โ๏ธ Affiliate Disclaimer: This video is sponsored by Walks of Italy. Some links may also be affiliate links at no extra cost to you.







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And honestly? I do the same. I love hiking in the Dolomites this time of year โ cool air, peaceful trails, and views that are just unbeatable.
๐ฅพ The Dolomites are the perfect Ferragosto getaway:
โข Beginner-friendly hikes
โข Early morning solitude
โข Mountain huts (rifugi) with hearty alpine food and espresso in the clouds
While many head to the beach, some of us trade swimsuits for hiking boots โ and itโs totally worth it.
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โฐ๏ธ Hiking season runs through September โ so this is also one to save for next month.
I meanโฆ can you beat this view?
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