Florence vs Paris
Can't choose between Florence and Paris? Look at cost, timing, and the kind of trip you want. If money is the main thing, Florence is cheaper.
Top things to do in Florence
- Palazzina Reale di Santa Maria Novella
- Heating plant and main controls cabin, Florence
- Fortezza da Basso
- Firenze Santa Maria Novella railway station
- Local food tour of Florence
Top things to do in Paris
- Louvre Museum (book timed entry)
- Notre-Dame & Île de la Cité walk
- Musée d'Orsay impressionists
- Eiffel Tower summit at sunset
- Le Marais pastry & cheese crawl
So, Florence or Paris?
Florence is the pick if you want better value and highlights like Palazzina Reale di Santa Maria Novella and Heating plant and main controls cabin, Florence. Best visited May or June.
Paris is the better call for Louvre Museum (book timed entry) and Notre-Dame & Île de la Cité walk. Best visited May or June.
Florence vs Paris: questions
Is Florence or Paris cheaper?+
Florence is generally the more affordable of the two. Budget roughly $150/day for Florence and €157/day for Paris for a mid-range trip, before flights.
Florence or Paris, which has better weather?+
Florence is best in May, June, July, while Paris shines in May, June, September. Pick the one whose ideal window matches your travel dates.
Should I visit Florence or Paris first?+
Pick the one that matches the trip you want. The comparison above is a start. Then plan whichever you choose.