Top cities between Dublin and Florence
Best stops along Dublin to Florence drive
40 Best Stops Between Dublin and Florence
How long is the drive from Dublin to Florence?
The direct drive from Dublin to Florence is 1336 mi (2149 km), and should have a drive time of 20 hrs 42 mins in normal traffic.
If you're going on a road trip from Dublin to Florence, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with London, Paris, Milan, Brussels, Turin, York, Bruges, Liverpool, Blackpool, and Verona and top places to visit like Chester Zoo and Alton Towers, or the ever-popular Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
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Cities / Attractions
The top cities between Dublin and Florence are London, Paris, Milan, Brussels, Turin, York, Bruges, Liverpool, Blackpool, and Verona. London is the most popular city on the route — it's 7 hours from Dublin and 14 hours from Florence.
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Liverpool is a maritime city in northwest England, where the River Mersey meets the Irish Sea. A key trade and migration port from the 18th to the early 20th centuries, it's also, famously, the hometown of The Beatles. Ferries cruise the waterfront, where the iconic mercantile buildings known as the "Three Graces" – Royal Liver Building, Cunard Building and Port of Liverpool Building – stand on the Pier Head.
7% as popular as London
19 minutes off the main route, 19% of way to Florence
Blackpool is a seaside resort on the Irish Sea coast of England. It's known for Blackpool Pleasure Beach, an old-school amusement park with vintage wooden roller coasters. Built in 1894, the landmark Blackpool Tower houses a circus, a glass viewing platform and the Tower Ballroom, where dancers twirl to the music of a Wurlitzer organ. Blackpool Illuminations is an annual light show along the Promenade.
York is a walled city in northeast England that was founded by the ancient Romans. Its huge 13th-century Gothic cathedral, York Minster, has medieval stained glass and 2 functioning bell towers. The City Walls form a walkway on both sides of the River Ouse. The Monk Bar gate houses an exhibition tracing the life of 15th-century Plantagenet King Richard III.
London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is a 21st-century city with history stretching back to Roman times. At its centre stand the imposing Houses of Parliament, the iconic 'Big Ben' clock tower and Westminster Abbey, site of British monarch coronations. Across the Thames River, the London Eye observation wheel provides panoramic views of the South Bank cultural complex, and the entire city.
Most popular city on this route
Bruges, the capital of West Flanders in northwest Belgium, is distinguished by its canals, cobbled streets and medieval buildings. Its port, Zeebrugge, is an important center for fishing and European trade. In the city center's Burg square, the 14th-century Stadhuis (City Hall) has an ornate carved ceiling. Nearby, Markt square features a 13th-century belfry with a 47-bell carillon and 83m tower with panoramic views.
Brussels is Belgium's capital and home to the European Union headquarters. The Grand-Place square at the heart of the city has shops and cafes inside ornate 17th-century guildhouses, and the intricate Gothic Hôtel de Ville (town hall) with a distinctive bell tower. The 19th-century Maison du Roi houses the Musée de la Ville de Bruxelles city-history museum, including costumes for the city's famed Manneken Pis statue.
12% as popular as London
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Paris, France's capital, is a major European city and a global center for art, fashion, gastronomy and culture. Its 19th-century cityscape is crisscrossed by wide boulevards and the River Seine. Beyond such landmarks as the Eiffel Tower and the 12th-century, Gothic Notre-Dame cathedral, the city is known for its cafe culture and designer boutiques along the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré.
Turin is the capital city of Piedmont in northern Italy, known for its refined architecture and cuisine. The Alps rise to the northwest of the city. Stately baroque buildings and old cafes line Turin's boulevards and grand squares such as Piazza Castello and Piazza San Carlo. Nearby is the soaring spire of the Mole Antonelliana, a 19th-century tower housing the interactive National Cinema Museum.
Milan, a metropolis in Italy's northern Lombardy region, is a global capital of fashion and design. Home to the national stock exchange, it's a financial hub also known for its high-end restaurants and shops. The Gothic Duomo di Milano cathedral and the Santa Maria delle Grazie convent, housing Leonardo da Vinci's mural "The Last Supper," testify to centuries of art and culture.
9 minutes off the main route, 86% of way to Florence
Verona is a city in northern Italy's Veneto region, with a medieval old town built between the meandering Adige River. It's famous for being the setting of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet." A 14th-century residence with a tiny balcony overlooking a courtyard is said be "Juliet's House." The Verona Arena is a huge 1st-century Roman amphitheater, which currently hosts concerts and large-scale opera performances.
The top stops along the way from Dublin to Florence (with short detours) are Eiffel Tower, lastminute.com London Eye, and Duomo di Milano. Other popular stops include Louvre Museum, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, and The British Museum.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
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Water & Amusement Parks
Iconic resort with exciting rides, rollercoasters, younger kids' attractions, shows and dining.
4.4(22513) •
4.0(11812)
525 Ocean Blvd, Blackpool, FY4 1EZ, United Kingdom
https://www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com/
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Zoo featuring rare and endangered species in lush, ornate gardens, with a water bus and a monorail.
Chester, CH2 1EU, United Kingdom
http://www.chesterzoo.org/
Adventure park with roller coasters and vertical drops, plus rides and attractions for younger kids.
Farley Ln, Alton, Stoke-on-Trent ST10 4DB, United Kingdom
https://www.altontowers.com/
National Railway Museum York
Railway history and artefacts, with 300 vehicles including steam world record holder, the Mallard.
Leeman Rd, York, YO26 4XJ, United Kingdom
https://www.railwaymuseum.org.uk/
Specialty Museums
Self-guided tours through colorful interactive displays about chocolate-making & Cadbury history.
Linden Rd, Birmingham, B30 1JR, United Kingdom
http://www.cadburyworld.co.uk/
Roman bathhouse and temple, with spring water, Pump Room restaurant, museum and audio tour for kids.
Abbey Churchyard, Bath, BA1 1LZ, United Kingdom
https://www.romanbaths.co.uk/
A stately mansion and famous Medieval castle surrounded by gardens, lawns and woodland.
Castle, Castle Ln, Warwick CV34 4QU, United Kingdom
https://www.warwick-castle.com/
Historical landmark
Legendary neolithic monument made using stones transported from Wales and built for unknown purpose.
Salisbury, SP4 7DE, United Kingdom
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/stonehenge/?utm_source=Google%20Business&utm_campaign=Local%20Listings&utm_medium=Google%20Business%20Profiles&utm_content=stonehenge&utm_source=Google%20Business&utm_campaign=Local%20Listings&utm_medium=Google%20Business%20Profiles&utm_content=stonehenge
Bournemouth Pier Amusements
Video arcade
Bustling waterfront entertainment center offering a variety of classic arcade games & casual eats.
4.0(865) •
W Undercliff Promenade, Bournemouth, BH2 5AA, United Kingdom
LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort
Playful property with thrill rides, Lego statues and themed rooms, plus free Wi-Fi and breakfast.
Winkfield Rd, Windsor, SL4 4AY, United Kingdom
http://www.legoland.co.uk/
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
Visitors can tour actual film sets and learn the special effects tricks used in the popular films.
Studio Tour Dr, Leavesden, Watford WD25 7LR, United Kingdom
http://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/
Chessington World of Adventures Resort
Relaxed rooms, some with safari views, in a pair of theme park hotels offering informal dining.
Leatherhead Rd, Chessington, KT9 2NE, United Kingdom
https://www.chessington.com/
Huge showcase for global antiquities, including Egyptian mummies and ancient Greek sculptures.
4.7(111254) •
Great Russell St, Bloomsbury, London, WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom
https://www.britishmuseum.org/
lastminute.com London Eye
Observation Decks & Towers
Huge observation wheel giving passengers a privileged bird's-eye view of the city's landmarks.
Riverside Building, County Hall, South Bank, London SE1 7PB, United Kingdom
https://www.londoneye.com/
Centuries of bloody history around a medieval castle, home to Crown Jewels and iconic Beefeaters.
St Katharine's & Wapping, London, EC3N 4AB, United Kingdom
https://www.hrp.org.uk/tower-of-london/
Brighton Palace Pier
Opened in 1899 and home to fairground rides, bars, restaurants and deckchairs to enjoy the sea view.
Madeira Dr, Brighton, BN2 1TW, United Kingdom
http://www.brightonpier.co.uk/
Gustave Eiffel's iconic, wrought-iron 1889 tower, with steps and elevators to observation decks.
4.5(129800)
Champ de Mars, 5 Avenue Anatole France, 75007 Paris, France
https://www.toureiffel.paris/
Former historic palace housing huge art collection, from Roman sculptures to da Vinci's "Mona Lisa."
Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris, France
https://www.louvre.fr/
Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Towering, 13th-century cathedral with flying buttresses & gargoyles, setting for Hugo's novel.
6 Parvis Notre-Dame - Pl. Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris, France
https://www.notredamedeparis.fr/
Cathédrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg
Gothic edifice, built from 1187 to 1439, with a 16th-century astronomical clock & a rose window.
Place de la Cathédrale, 67000 Strasbourg, France
http://www.cathedrale-strasbourg.fr/
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Vast amusement park with thrill & family rides in themed areas, plus live shows. Open Apr-Jan.
Europa-Park-Straße 2, 77977 Rust, Germany
Museum founded in 1824, housing collection of ancient Egyptian artistic and cultural treasures.
Via Accademia delle Scienze, 6, 10123 Torino TO, Italy
https://museoegizio.it/
Mall housed in a glass-covered 19th-century arcade with luxury clothing brands & upscale dining.
P.za del Duomo, 20123 Milano MI, Italy
https://www.yesmilano.it/esplora/luoghi/galleria-vittorio-emanuele-ii
One of the largest cathedrals in the world, this iconic masterpiece took over 600 years to complete.
https://www.duomomilano.it/
Leolandia
Fun park with roller coasters, water rides, animals & miniature models of Italian landmarks.
Via Vittorio Veneto, 52, 24042 Capriate San Gervasio BG, Italy
https://www.leolandia.it/
Aquarium of Genoa
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Huge harborside aquarium housing marine & freshwater species in aquatic ecosystem display tanks.
Ponte Spinola, 16128 Genova GE, Italy
https://www.acquariodigenova.it/
Gardaland Resort
Amusement park with roller coasters & family-friendly rides in themed areas, plus shows.
Via Derna, 4, 37014 Castelnuovo del Garda VR, Italy
https://www.gardaland.it/
Juliet's House
Architectural Buildings
Gothic-style 1300s house and museum, with a stone balcony, said to have inspired Shakespeare.
Via Cappello, 23, 37121 Verona VR, Italy
http://casadigiulietta.comune.verona.it/
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Elaborately adorned 14th-century tower (56 meters at its tallest point) with a world-famous lean.
Piazza del Duomo, 56126 Pisa PI, Italy
https://www.opapisa.it/
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Can I drive from Dublin to Florence?
Yes! You can drive from Dublin to Florence.
How far is Florence from Dublin by car?
The drive from Dublin to Florence is 1336 miles (2149 km).
How long does it take to drive from Dublin to Florence?
Driving from Dublin to Florence should take you 20 hrs 42 mins in normal traffic. Check out How far is Dublin to Florence by car for more details.
How much would gas cost from Dublin to Florence?
Gas from Dublin to Florence would cost around $110 to $257 USD, depending on your vehicle's fuel efficiency.
Where should I stop on the way from Dublin to Florence?
You could check out Chester Zoo and Alton Towers, or the always popular Blackpool Pleasure Beach!
What are the best cities to visit between Dublin and Florence?
People love visiting London, Paris, and Milan, among others.
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