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City Breaks in Florence
Capital of Tuscany and cradle of the Renaissance movement, Florence is a city of striking beauty which has drawn visitors from all over the globe for centuries. Get up early to visit the famous art collection at the Uffizi Gallery before the crowds descend. And be sure to see the opulent interior of the distinctive black and white Duomo with its famous dome, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi.
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4* Santa Maria Novella Hotel
The Santa Maria Novella Hotel is a historic hotel; bedrooms are individually decorated with Italian antique furniture. All bedrooms have views over Sant… More info
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Hotels in the city
4* Hotel Kraft Florence
The Hotel Kraft Florence is a traditional style hotel with 80 recently renovated guest rooms. The hotel features two bars including a rooftop terrace ba… More info
3* Superior Rosso 23 Florence
The Rosso 23 is a high quality 3* hotel located in the historical centre of Florence. The hotel's 42 guest rooms are spacious, modern and smart, some w… More info
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3* Balestri Hotel
The Balestri Hotel is a boutique family run hotel with 46 comfortable bedrooms. The hotel has a bar. The hotel is set in the historical centre of Floren… More info
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4* Superior L'Orologio Florence
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5* Grand Hotel Villa Cora Florence
The Villa Cora is a stunning, recently renovated 19th Century luxury mansion located within the Viale dei Colli gardens. The 46 rooms and suites offer s… More info
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5* Relais Santa Croce Florence
The Relais Santa Croce is an impressive 5 star luxury property combining the beauty of the bygone era with the modern comforts of home. The 18th Century… More info
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5* Savoy Florence Hotel
The luxury Savoy Florence Hotel is elegantly decorated in contemporary Italian style with comfortable bedrooms. The hotel is situated on Piazza Repubbli… More info
Florence City Guide
Florence is a gorgeous renaissance city world famous for its many artistic and architectural treasures. Explore Florence by foot and discover a new beautiful sight around every corner.
What to do and see in and around Florence
Duomo
The Duomo Basilica on Piazza del Duomo, dominates the city’s skyline with its great dome and Giotto’s Bell Tower. The beautiful cathedral has a colorful exterior and the interior boasts wonderful frescoes.
Uffizi Gallery
The immensely popular Uffizi Gallery is home to one of the world's most impressive collections of Renaissance art. The collection includes works by many great artists like Giotto, Botticelli, Caravaggio, Raphael and Michelangelo, to name but a few. Expect a queue!
Ponte Vecchio
The Ponte Vecchio built in the 14th century is the city’s oldest bridge and one of Florence’s most famous landmarks. For the best view – take a walk along the River Arno or head to one of the neighbouring bridges.
Galleria dell’Accademia
The Academy gallery has an astonishing collection of 13th to 18th century paintings but the museum’s highlight is definitely Michelangelo’s celebrated sculpture, David. Open Tuesday-Sunday 8.15am to 6.50pm.
Il Battistero
Standing on Piazza San Giovanni is the octagonal Baptistery, where people were baptized in medieval Florence. The Baptistery is one of Florence’s oldest buildings, dating from the fourth and fifth centuries.
Basilica di Santa Croce
The Basilica of Santa Croce is a gothic masterpiece, built between 1294 and not finished and consecrated until more than 100 years later. Many well-known Italians, like Michelangelo and Galileo, are buried in the church. Don’t miss Giotto’s famous frescoes.
Pitti Palace and the Boboli Gardens
The Pitti Palace is Florence’s largest Palazzo housing several museums and galleries. Behind the Palace is the wonderful Boboli garden. A great place to relax and get away from the crowds – Don’t miss the fantastic views of the city.
San Lorenzo Street Market
The busy San Lorenzo market is a great place to go if you are looking for leather products, belts, jackets and bags in all different shapes and sizes are on sale here.
Pisa
Approximately 1 hour from Florence by train
The much smaller Pisa is an old seaside settlement dating from around 1000 B.C. The city is full of historical buildings and monuments, including the world famous Leaning Tower.
Siena
1 hour 30 minutes from Florence by train
Siena is a beautiful medieval town in the heart of Tuscany. Wander along the streets and discover hidden gothic palaces, explore the museums or relax with a drink in one Siena’s many piazzas.
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Uffizi Gallery in Florence
One of the oldest and most famous art galleries in the world, the Uffizi Gallery holds a collection of some of the most impressive artwork ever created. Paintings from masters such as Botticelli, da Vinci and Michelangelo are found within the elaborately-designed museum, which also features a number of temporary displays. The gallery is housed in a building designed by famous architect Giorgio Vasari between 1560 and 1580, initially as a set of offices for high-ranking Florentine officials. Originally a private collection of the Medici family, the displays have now been open to the public for over 250 years. The famous Vasarian corridor, an aerial walkway which connects the Palazzo Vecchio and the Palazzo Pitti, runs right through the gallery and is lined with a series of paintings from the 18th and 19th centuries. Portraits also line the walls of the Tribuna, an octagonal room that was itself the subject of an 18th century painting by Johan Zoffany. A recent expansion project has seen the museum double its capacity from 139,000 square feet, providing even more space for such famous works as Caravaggio's Bacchus and Titian's Venus of Urbino. The enduring popularity of the museum means that there are often lengthy queues outside its doors, so visitors are advised to book early and make the gallery the centrepiece of a fascinating weekend break.
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