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Florence has no metro system. Public transport is by bus only (ATAF/Autolinee Toscane). The city centre is a ZTL (Limited Traffic Zone) — private vehicles need a permit to enter. The city is exceptionally walkable, and for most tourist itineraries, walking is both practical and preferable. For transport with pets: small dogs in a carrier travel free on Florence buses; larger dogs need a leash and muzzle and may require a ticket at the driver's discretion. Intercity connections use Santa Maria Novella station.
| Mode | Policy | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Bus (ATAF / Autolinee Toscane) | Small dogs in a carrier: free. Larger dogs: muzzle + on-leash required; ticket at driver's discretion. Dogs must not occupy seats. Florence has no metro — bus is the only public transport in the city. | 💡 Florence's centre is very walkable. For most city sightseeing, you won't need a bus at all. Bus 7 to Fiesole is the most useful dog-friendly route. |
| Intercity Train (from Santa Maria Novella) | Same Trenitalia rules apply. Small dogs in carrier (under 10 kg incl. carrier): free on all trains. Large dogs: not permitted on Frecciarossa/Frecciargento; allowed on regional trains with half-price ticket, muzzle, and leash. | 💡 Versilia beaches (dog-friendly, 1.5 hrs by regional train) are the nearest good beach option from Florence for dog owners. |
| Taxi | Florence taxis generally accept dogs, especially small dogs in carriers. Call ahead and mention you have a dog. Official Florence taxi: +39 055 4242 or +39 055 4390. | 💡 For the Fiesole day trip, a taxi up is easier than the bus with a large dog. Budget €15–20 one way. |
Autolinee Toscane: at-bus.it — Florence bus routes, timetables, and tickets. Trenitalia: trenitalia.com — intercity and regional trains. Florence is a major high-speed hub; Roma Termini–Firenze SMN by Frecciarossa takes 1h30.
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