One day in Florence (sleep at the B&B Savoia)

Florence

"Firenze in un giorno? Si può fare!" (Florence in a day? It can be done!)

A Perfect Day Trip from Rome to Florence – Starting from B&B Savoia

After a restful night at B&B Savoia in Rome, wake up to the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and a delicious Italian breakfast. Today, you’re escaping to Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance—just a 1.5-hour train ride away.

🌅 Morning: Early Departure & Arrival in Florence

  • 7:00 AM – Quick breakfast at B&B Savoia (espresso + cornetto) before heading to Roma Termini.

  • 7:30 AM – Board a high-speed Frecciarossa train (book in advance for best fares).

  • 9:00 AM – Arrive at Firenze Santa Maria Novella, steps away from Florence’s historic center.

🏛️ Late Morning: Renaissance Wonders

  • 9:30 AM – Start at the Duomo (Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore)—marvel at Brunelleschi’s dome and Ghiberti’s Gates of Paradise at the Baptistery. (Pro tip: Climb the dome for epic views!)

  • 11:00 AM – Stroll to Piazza della Signoria, an open-air sculpture gallery, and visit the Uffizi Gallery (book tickets ahead to skip lines).

🍝 Midday: Tuscan Lunch & Gelato

  • 1:00 PM – Lunch at a classic Florentine trattoria:

    • Bistecca alla Fiorentina (T-bone steak)

    • Pappa al pomodoro (tomato-bread soup)

    • A glass of Chianti Classico

  • 2:30 PM – Gelato stop! Try Gelateria dei Neri (favorites: crema fiorentina & ricotta e fichi).

🌉 Afternoon: Ponte Vecchio & Oltrarno

  • 3:00 PM – Walk across the Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s iconic goldsmith bridge.

  • 3:30 PM – Explore Oltrarno, the artisan district—visit workshops and Palazzo Pitti (optional).

  • 5:00 PM – Sunset at Piazzale Michelangelo for the best panoramic view of Florence.

🚆 Evening: Return to Rome

  • 6:30 PM – Train back to Rome (last Frecciarossa departs ~9 PM).

  • 8:00 PM – Arrive at B&B Savoia, relax with a nightcap, and relive the day’s Renaissance magic.

 

 

Photo by Jonathan Körner on Unsplash

Breakfast

Caffettiera Napoletana

A complimentary continental breakfast is provided each morning for our guests in the shared kitchen.

Our breakfast offering includes:

  • Tea, Coffee, and Herbal Infusions (including Chamomile)
  • Yoghurt and Fresh Seasonal Fruit
  • Biscuits and Pastries
  • Eggs (available upon request)

Additional Requests?
Should you require any further items, please do let us know. We would be delighted to accommodate you, though please note that some special requests may incur a supplementary charge.