What to see, what to do
à Florence

Travel guide Florence

Florence, cradle of the Renaissance, is renowned for its exceptional artistic and architectural heritage, reflecting a culturally rich and innovative past.

The capital of Tuscany, Florence was at the heart of the Italian Renaissance, a period of great artistic and scientific enlightenment, home to geniuses such as Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci.

Accessible via Florence airport or by train from other major Italian cities, Florence is also well served by bus and car.

Accommodation

Florence offers a wide range of accommodation, from luxury hotels in historic buildings to hostels and flat rentals.

Gastronomy

Bistecca alla Fiorentina, Ribollita, Gelato

What is there to see? What to do?

The Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria

Oltrarno, San Marco, Santa Croce, San Lorenzo

Stroll through the Boboli Gardens, explore the hills of Fiesole, browse the open-air markets

The Zoological Gardens, the Galileo Museum, children's museum workshops

Carnevale di Viareggio, Calcio Storico Fiorentino, Maggio Musicale Fiorentino

Activities

Shopping

Via de' Tornabuoni for luxury, San Lorenzo for markets, craft shops in Oltrarno

Nightlife

Wine bars and small enotecas in the Oltrarno district, clubs and cocktail bars in the historic centre.

Did you know?

Florence was the first city in Europe to have cobbled streets.
Florence's Duomo has the third-largest nave in the Christian world.
The Ponte Vecchio is the only bridge in Florence to have survived the Second World War.
The Uffizi Gallery houses the largest collection of Renaissance art in the world.
The traditional costume of Calcio Storico Fiorentino dates back to the 16th century.

Tips and tricks
Buy the Firenze Card to gain access to numerous sites and public transport.
Plan a visit to the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's David.
Enjoy an aperitif at the end of the day in one of the city's many wine bars.

Visit museums early in the morning or book online to avoid long queues. Discover local artisans in the Oltrarno district.

Hi, I'm Luca, a lover of beautiful Florence, a city that stole my heart years ago. At 33, I became a DiamTrotter, sharing my experiences and adventures with the world on diamscity.com. Florence, with its rich history and picturesque alleyways, is a true paradise for a traveller like me.

Luca B.

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