Hop On Hop Off Bus in Florence?

[podemos]

Has anyone here taken the HOHO bus in Florence? Any reviews on it?

 

Is Florence an easy city to DIY in August? We'll be in port (Livorno) from 0800h to 1700h.

 

Any suggestions would be appreciated!

[euro cruiser]

The central historic area of Florence is a pedestrian zone and the HOHO bus (all buses, for that matter) can only circle around the edges. Florence is quite small and flat, and the things most people want to see are quite close to one another. The distance between the Accademia (where Michelangelo's David is housed) and the Pitti Palace, the two furthest points most tourists are interested in, is only one mile.

[btorlv]

Just back last week. We just walked every where in Florence. Are you taking the train from port? very easy city to walk.

[ab0si]

As mentioned, an easy city to walk. If you get tired, there are four routes of small electric buses which traverse the pedestrian zone (the old central city).

 

I've never taken the HoHo bus there but it certainly seems rather useless.

[maryann ns]

Walking is the way to go. Look for a guidebook with one day tour suggestions. Your library may have these. Rick Steves guide are always good for going on your own.

[KayAnnie]

I agree with the others who say to walk since the buses can't really get you where you need to go.

[pete_coach]

Hi, we also walked around Florence. Most places are within leisurely walking distances but, we also took the HoHo bus. There are two routes and they give you a very good overview of Florence and take you out to the surroundings.

For instance, it is a very long walk to Piazza Michelangelo and it has one of the best views of Florence (the one you always see with the River Arno, Ponte Veccio and the Cathedral). The HoHo takes you there, get off and look around while you wait for the next bus.

Another spot is to Fiesole, to the top of the mountain to a spectacular monastery and an incredible view of Florence.

It is a two day ticket and in my opinion, well worth it. We took the Viator offering. I know Viator is a reseller but, we bought and paid for it long before we got there and, it was worth every penny. I strongly recommend it.

http://www.viator.com/tours/Florence/Florence-City-Hop-on-Hop-off-Tour/d519-2916FLR