Hop On Hop Off Florence - Bus Tours

Routes And Stops Covered By Forence City Tour Bus

Hop on, hop off Florence bus service operates on two main lines that together cover the city and nearby hills, and they are referred to as Line A (Blue Route) and Line B (Red Route).

Line A or Blue Route circles the historic heart of Florence and includes stops at piazzas, museums, and scenic viewpoints, such as Piazzale Michelangelo, San Miniato al Monte, Giardino delle Rose, Porta Romana, Boboli Gardens, Palazzo Pitti, Teatro Romano di Fiesole, and more.

Line B or Red Route extends into the Fiesole area and surrounding neighborhoods, reaching quieter districts and elevated spots above the city like Piazza della Libertà, San Domenico Fiesole, Fiesole, Stadio Artemio Franchi, Centro Tecnico Federale di Coverciano, Museo del Calcio, Nelson Mandela Forum, and Campo di Marte.

Florence city tour buses typically loop throughout the day, from around 09:20 AM to 04:40 PM, with a frequency of every 40 minutes on weekends and 75 minutes on weekdays, whereas it takes around 1 to 2 hours to complete a loop.

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How to Make the Most of Florence Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

Plan museum visits early: Stops near galleries like the Uffizi or Accademia are easier to enjoy before crowds peak midday.

Use both routes strategically: Start with the city center on one day and take the hilly Fiesole-bound route on another to pace your sightseeing.

Pair rides with walking breaks: Florence’s compact streets are lovely to wander—use the bus to move between neighborhoods, then explore on foot.

Get upper-deck views for photos: The open-top seating offers great angles of rooftops, bridges, and distant hills.

Things to Know

Florence is widely regarded as the birthplace of the Renaissance and played a central role in shaping European art and science. The city was home to influential figures such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Galileo Galilei. 

Florence Cathedral’s dome, engineered by Filippo Brunelleschi in the 15th century, remains one of the most remarkable architectural achievements of its time. The historic center of Florence is now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.