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Florence is the birthplace of the Renaissance, the capital of Tuscany packed with world-class art, from Michelangelo's David to Botticelli's Birth of Venus in the Uffizi Gallery, to the red-brick dome of the Duomo cathedral. Cross the old Ponte Vecchio bridge and watch the sunset over a city as beautiful as a painting.
Why stay in Florence
The Duomo cathedral
Brunelleschi's red-brick dome is an engineering marvel; climb the 463 steps for a view over the city.
The Uffizi Gallery
The most important Renaissance art museum in the world, with works by Botticelli, Leonardo, and Raphael.
The David statue
Michelangelo's marble masterpiece, standing 5 metres tall, on display at the Galleria dell'Accademia.
Views at Piazzale Michelangelo
A hilltop viewpoint overlooking the whole city and the Duomo dome, most beautiful at sunset.
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Local dishes to try in Florence
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Bistecca alla Fiorentina
A huge Tuscan-style charcoal-grilled T-bone steak, served medium-rare, tender and juicy.
📍 Tuscan food - 2🥪
Lampredotto
A sandwich of braised tripe in green sauce, the legendary street food that Florentines adore.
📍 Street food - 3🍝
Pappardelle al Cinghiale
Wide pasta ribbons in a braised wild-boar sauce, rich and rustically Tuscan.
📍 Tuscan food - 4🍷
Chianti wine
The famous red wine from the Chianti vineyards between Florence and Siena.
📍 Tuscan wine - 5🍨
Original gelato
Florence is the birthplace of modern gelato; seek out a shop making it fresh, silky and intense.
📍 Dessert
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Florence Cathedral
A multicoloured marble cathedral with its famous red-brick dome, the symbol of Florence.
📍 Centro Storico - 2🎨
Uffizi Gallery
A world-class Renaissance art museum holding masterpieces by Botticelli and Leonardo.
📍 Centro Storico - 3🌉
Ponte Vecchio
A medieval stone bridge lined with goldsmiths' shops, the only bridge to survive the world wars.
📍 Along the Arno River - 4🗿
Galleria dell'Accademia
Home to the original David statue, along with other sculptures by Michelangelo.
📍 Centro Storico - 5🏛️
Piazza della Signoria
An open-air museum of a square in the city center, with the Palazzo Vecchio and countless statues.
📍 Centro Storico - 6🌄
Piazzale Michelangelo
A hilltop viewpoint overlooking the entire Florence skyline, at its loveliest in the evening.
📍 Oltrarno
Things to do in Florence
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3 Florence hotels our team picked for you
Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison
★ 9.5ValueRelais Luce Florence
#2 highest score · homemade-breakfast B&B
★ 9.4Luxury
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Hotel Bella Firenze
#6 3-star boutique · easy walkable location
La Residenza Dell'Orafo
#9 B&B near the Ponte Vecchio · in the historic centre
c-hotels Ambasciatori
#5 4-star · directly opposite SMN station
Hotel Machiavelli Palace
#7 14th-century convent · budget-friendly near SMN
Hotel Delle Nazioni
#8 station-side 3-star · 50 m from SMN, cheapest in the area
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🚆 Getting around Florence
Walking in the old town
The city center is compact; you can stroll to the Duomo, the Uffizi, and Ponte Vecchio in just a few minutes.
Tramvia tram
The tram links the city center with the airport and train station, clean and punctual.
Santa Maria Novella station
The central train station with high-speed connections to Rome, Venice, and Bologna in no time.
Trips into Tuscany
Rent a car or take a tour into the Tuscan countryside, tasting wine at Chianti, Siena, and San Gimignano.
Where to go next near Florence
RomeThe Italian capital that holds the ruins of ancient Roman civilisation, the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, and Vatican City all in one city.
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VeniceA floating city in a labyrinth of canals and 400 bridges. Take a gondola ride past ancient palaces along the Grand Canal.
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MilanItaly's capital of fashion and design, home to the marble Duomo cathedral and Leonardo's The Last Supper.
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VeronaThe romantic city behind Romeo and Juliet, with Juliet's balcony and an ancient Roman arena right in the centre.
See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Florence
Do I need to book tickets for the Uffizi and the Accademia?+
You should always book online in advance, because both have very long queues, especially in summer. Booking ahead lets you skip the line and saves several hours.
How many days do you need in Florence?+
Two to three days is just right. Day one for the Duomo and the Uffizi, day two for the David and Ponte Vecchio, and if you have a third day, a trip into the Tuscan countryside to taste Chianti wine is recommended.
Is climbing the Duomo dome tiring?+
You climb 463 steps with no lift, and it's fairly narrow and tiring, but the view at the top is well worth it. You must book a timed slot in advance and wear comfortable walking shoes.
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