About Ponte Vecchio

Above the Arno River stands the beautiful Ponte Vecchio bridge. It is said to be rebuilt in the 14th century and was first built by Etruscans. Many people come here to shop for beautiful jewelry sold near this bridge and to take pictures. During the night, the environment becomes even more beautiful with the lights of the bridge reflecting in the water.

Must See

  • The amazing architecture of the bridge.
  • The serene beauty of nature from the bridge.
  • The river that flows under the bridge.

How to reach

You can hire a taxi or a private car to reach Ponte Vecchio. It is 2.4 Km away from the City Center. It will take 12 minutes in a taxi to arrive at the place.   

Tips

  • Wear comfortable footwear.
  • Taking a guide is advisable as it makes the journey more interesting.
  • Don't Forget to carry your cameras to capture the mesmerizing views.
  • Wear decent clothing as it is appreciated in Florence.
  • Be aware of the social etiquette followed there so that the local people accept you better.
  • Be thoughtful while clicking pictures of the locals, some people might not like it. So, always take their permission first.
  • Always carry an ample amount of water so that you can stay hydrated during your tour.
  • Make sure to carry sunscreen if it's sunny outside.
  • Do not carry big luggage with you as it gets inconvenient to carry and is not allowed at certain places.
     

Visit Time

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 

Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Thursday:  9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Friday:  9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Saturday:  9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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Waiting Time

Nil

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

1 hour

 

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Weather

Broken Clouds 12.08°C

 

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