Overview
Fiesole sits on a hilltop 8 km north of Florence, offering Etruscan walls, a Roman theatre, and cathedral ruins with panoramic views of the city below. It's a quieter counterpoint to Florence's crowds — a place for morning walks, slow food lunches, and early evening glasses of wine before returning to the city.
Architecture · Day Trips · History
Before you go
Etiquette
Dress modestly when visiting the Duomo; shoulders and knees should be covered. Restaurant tipping is not obligatory but rounding up is appreciated.
Food
Vinandro on the main square is a Slow Food restaurant — book ahead on weekends. Other trattorias serve traditional Tuscan cuisine.
Money
Euro (€) is the currency. Most places in Fiesole accept cards, but carry some cash for smaller trattorias and bus tickets.
Transport
Bus 7 from Piazza San Marco in Florence runs to Fiesole (last stop); tickets €1.20–€2 from tabacchi shops. No train service. Return buses run frequently.