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Overview

Cradle of the Renaissance, romantic, enchanting and utterly irresistible, Florence (Firenze) is a place to feast on world-class art and gourmet Tuscan cuisine.

Attractions

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  • Brancacci Chapel in the Church of Santa Maria del Carmine, famous of Renaissance frescoes, Florence

    Cappella Brancacci

    Oltrarno

    Fire in the 18th century practically destroyed 13th-century Basilica di Santa Maria del Carmine, but it spared its magnificent chapel frescoes – a…

  • Facade view of the Santo Spirito church in Florence. Florence, Tuscany - Italy

    Basilica di Santo Spirito

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    The facade of this Brunelleschi church, smart on Florence's most shabby-chic piazza, makes a striking backdrop to open-air concerts in summer. Inside, the…

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    Giardino Torrigiani

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    Astonishing. Behind the unassuming facades of Via de' Serragli lies a vast, secret garden – Europe’s largest privately owned green space...

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    Ponte Vecchio

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    Dating from 1345, iconic Ponte Vecchio was the only Florentine bridge to survive destruction at the hands of retreating German forces in 1944. Above…

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    Museo Stibbert

    Florence

    Anglo-Italian, Florence-born Frederick Stibbert (1838–1906) was one of the grand 19th-century wheeler-dealers on the European antiquities market and…

  • Fondazione Salvatore Romano

    Fondazione Salvatore Romano

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    For a change of pace from the Renaissance, head to this Gothic-style former refectory safeguarding an imposing wall fresco by Andrea Orcagna depicting the…

  • Ponte Santa Trinità

    Ponte Santa Trinità

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    Composed of three elliptical arches of the utmost elegance – the first of their kind ever used in bridge construction – Ponte Santa Trinità was designed…

  • Torre de' Belfredelli

    Torre de' Belfredelli

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    This eye-catching stone medieval tower is the tallest, and probably best preserved, in Florence. It was built for the wealthy Belfredelli family in the…

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Best Things to Do

From incredible architecture to locally sourced dishes that will blow your mind, here are the top things to do in Florence.

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Best Time to Visit

Plan the perfect time for your trip to Florence with this seasonal guide.

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Things to Know

Careful advance planning is the key to getting the most out of your visit to the Tuscan capital. Here’s all you need to know before your trip to Florence.

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Transportation

Here are our top tips for finding your way around in Florence.

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Free Things to Do

Experience some of Florence's treasures for nothing with this guide to the city's best things to do for free.

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Best Neighborhoods

Choose the perfect neighborhood for your visit to Florence with our guide its top 6 districts.

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Day Trips

Florence is a captivating city, but if you can tear yourself away, there are many great day trips to the wider region and beyond.

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Money and Costs

These budget travel tips can help your euros go further in Florence.

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5 Shops

From the Romanelli family's studio to the contemporary designs of Bottega Pendolare, Florence balances its rich history with vibrant, contemporary design.

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