Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Florence travel guide

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You're Going to Love Florence

With a population of 29,951, Florence is a must-see destination in Kentucky, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Florence deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Florence

If you’re looking for affordable options, Repertoire (8645 Haines Dr.) and Homestretch at Turfway Park (7500 Turfway Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Florence

Florence in December
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel
Florence in December
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Florence in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Florence, with an average rainfall of 2.6″.

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How to Get to Florence

Plane

When flying to Florence, you’ll arrive at Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Florence include American Airlines, Air France and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Florence departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 31m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Florence. The train journey from Florence to Indianapolis takes 3h 12m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $60 for a 8h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Florence is to pick up a car rental from Indianapolis, which is about 97 miles from Florence. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in Indianapolis.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Florence, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Florence takes 580 miles and will cost you around $136. From New York, the ticket costs about $220 for a journey of 630 miles.

Plane

When flying to Florence, you’ll arrive at Cinci./N. Kentucky Airport (CVG), which is located 4 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Florence include American Airlines, Air France and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Florence departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 31m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Florence. The train journey from Florence to Indianapolis takes 3h 12m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $60 for a 8h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Florence is to pick up a car rental from Indianapolis, which is about 97 miles from Florence. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in Indianapolis.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Florence, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Florence takes 580 miles and will cost you around $136. From New York, the ticket costs about $220 for a journey of 630 miles.

Airports near Florence

SDFLouisville Intl
CVGCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
LEXLexington Blue Grass

Airlines serving Florence

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,962 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Florence

Most booked hotels in Florence

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cincinnati Airpt Florence
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1007 reviews)
$118+
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Wingate by Wyndham Erlanger / Florence / Cincinnati South
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1151 reviews)
$90+
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Best Western Inn Florence
3 stars
Excellent (8, 997 reviews)
$107+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cincinnati Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8, 500 reviews)
$173+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cincinnati Air
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1919 reviews)
$104+
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Holiday Inn Cincinnati Airport, An IHG Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, 719 reviews)
$94+
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Renting a car in Florence

Renting a car in Florence costs $54 per day, on average, or $107 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Florence.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Florence (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Nissan Altima or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Florence, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Florence costs $54 per day, on average, or $107 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Florence.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Florence (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Nissan Altima or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Florence, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Florence

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$53/day

Compact

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2 Adults, 2 Bags

$53/day

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