Best Things to Do in Florence
Florence’s attractions largely center on art -- from the works hung in the Uffizi and the Galleria dell’Accademia to the architecture of the Duomo and the Palazzo Pitti. But all the beauty hasn't been captured in stone and canvas; make a retreat to the verdant Boboli Gardens, take a walk along the Arno and over the Ponte Vecchio or eat your through Firenze’s cafés, gelato shops and ristorantes.
Why go: The Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore (known simply as the Duomo) is not only ... read more»
Why go: Overlooking the city from its perch in the Oltrarno district, the Piazzale Michelangiolo is one ... read more»
Why go: Occupying the top floor of the U-shaped Palazzo degli Uffizi along the banks of the ... read more»
Why go: The Battistero is the oldest building in the city, and according to Rough Guides, "no ... read more»
Why go: If you only have a limited amount of time for art museums while you're ... read more»
Why go: If you're headed to Oltrarno for a stroll through the Bóboli Gardens, it's ... read more»
Why go: Santa Croce is similar to the Duomo in style (both churches represent dominant Gothic traits ... read more»
Why go: Designed by Giotto in the early 14th century, this ornate 277-foot high bell tower is ... read more»
Why go: Much like London's Tower Bridge, Ponte Vecchio was built to replace an earlier bridge ... read more»
Why go: Originally, these beautiful gardens belonged to the Bóboli Family; it wasn't until the late ... read more»









