Florence
Your getaway to Florence
Start with the view from Piazzale Michelangelo, the whole city laid out like a promise. Wander down through San Niccolò, a quiet neighborhood of towers and trattorias. The Duomo demands a visit; step inside, look up, let it happen. Lunch is whatever smells good near Sant'Ambrogio Market, and it will. An afternoon in the Uffizi, or just the riverbank and a gelato, both are correct. Cross Ponte Vecchio as the shops light up and the street musicians start. Aperitivo in Santo Spirito's square, where locals and travelers share the same benches. Dinner on bistecca or ribollita in Oltrarno, followed by a slow walk along the Arno. One museum, one market, one great sunset: a Florence sampler that satisfies. Leave with a favorite corner, a favorite dish, and a reason to return.
Places to love in Florence
Piazzale Michelangelo
A hilltop terrace offering the classic panoramic view over Florence and the Arno, with a bronze replica of David. Travelers go for the sweeping city vista, especially at sunset.
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Galleria dell’Accademia di Firenze
A renowned Florence museum home to Michelangelo's original David along with other sculptures and paintings. Travelers come primarily to see one of the world's most famous statues.
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Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Florence's monumental Gothic cathedral, crowned by Brunelleschi's iconic terracotta dome, is one of the world's most recognized churches. Visitors come for its architecture, religious art, and the panoramic climb up the dome.
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Trattoria Dalloste
A Florentine trattoria offering classic Tuscan fare including grilled meats and pasta. Travelers come for hearty regional cooking in an informal setting.
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Piazza del Duomo
The cathedral square at Florence's heart, dominated by the Duomo, Giotto's Campanile, and the Baptistery. Travelers come to see the city's most famous religious monuments.
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Ponte Vecchio
The iconic medieval bridge over the Arno lined with historic jewelry and goldsmith shops. Travelers come to walk across it and photograph its distinctive overhanging structures.
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Piazza della Signoria
Florence's main civic square, an open-air sculpture gallery flanked by Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi. Travelers come for its monuments, statues, and historic setting.
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Mercato Centrale
Historic food market showcasing Tuscany's finest produce, part of the San Lorenzo Market.
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Gelateria La Carraia
A well-loved gelateria near Ponte alla Carraia famous for generous portions and quality flavors. A go-to spot for gelato by the Arno.
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