I am planning on spending a week in Italy around October - should I base myself in Rome or Florence?

Question

I will be attending a language school and have the option to base myself in either Florence or Rome. This will be my first trip to Italy so I'm not sure where to stay.

Answer 1

I'd say Florence because it's closer to Nice,(Riviera) France!

Answer 2

It's a matter of your temperament. As I can see my answer will be opposite to the others.I was many times in whole Italy and I'll say ROME without no shadow of doubt.

Answer 3

I have been to both and Florence is much better for everything, history, shops, social life and buildings.

Hope you enjoy your language school. Ciao.

Answer 4

i would say florence in a heartbeat. i wasnt that big a fan of rome

Answer 5

Do what you feel like, both are lovely cities, Rome is bigger than Florence, but both cities have a lot to offer

Answer 6

I would say Florance because it is a nice region and you are close to Rome, Naples, and Venice for day trips.  Florance is also really beautiful and surounded by lots of nice countryside if you need a break from the tourists.  Rome is a beautiful but hectic city.  I think it would be hard to live there.