Florence
Italy
Overview
The birthplace of the Renaissance cradles Michelangelo's David, Brunelleschi's dome, Botticelli's masterpieces, and a Tuscan food scene that rivals any city on Earth.
Cost of Travel
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Explore Florence
Piazza del Duomo
Cathedral-flanked square with iconic historic, religious & artistic landmarks & museums.
Piazzale Michelangelo
19th-century piazza with a bronze replica of Michelangelo's David & panoramic views over the city.
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Landmark 1200s cathedral known for its red-tiled dome, colored marble facade & elegant Giotto tower.
Piazza della Signoria
The city's heart, a square dominated by the 14th-century crenellated tower of the Palazzo Vecchio.
Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence
Neo-Gothic Franciscan church known for its Giotto frescoes, plus tombs of Michelangelo & Galileo.
Brunelleschi's dome
Iconic Renaissance cathedral dome designed in the 15th century by Filippo Brunelleschi.
Where to Stay
Hotel Lungarno
A Ferragamo family-owned hotel on the Arno with a private art collection, Ponte Vecchio views, and intimate riverside dining.
Hotel Davanzati
A friendly family-run hotel in a medieval tower near Ponte Vecchio with free afternoon aperitivo and a warm welcome.
Where to Eat
Enoteca Pinchiorri
Italian
Florence's only three-Michelin-star restaurant, housed in a Renaissance palazzo with one of the world's greatest wine cellars.
Trattoria Mario
Florentine
A no-frills communal-table trattoria near San Lorenzo Market serving legendary bistecca alla fiorentina and ribollita since 1953.
Travel Tips
- Book Uffizi and Accademia (David) tickets online to skip multi-hour queues
- Try bistecca alla fiorentina — a massive T-bone steak grilled rare over charcoal
- The San Lorenzo leather market has good deals if you bargain
- Piazzale Michelangelo at sunset is the best free view in Florence
- Gelato: look for 'produzione propria' (made in-house) and natural colors
- Day trip to Siena, San Gimignano, or the Chianti wine region
Getting There & Around
Florence is compact and best explored on foot — the historic center is largely pedestrianized. Buses serve the wider area and are accessible. The tram connects the train station to the outskirts. Taxis are available but the center is car-free. Trains connect to Rome (1.5 hours), Venice (2 hours), and Pisa (1 hour).
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