Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence, Italy

Florence

Home to masterpieces of art and architecture; Brunelleschi, Bernini and Michaelangelo all left a lasting impression.

Florence, capital of Italy’s Tuscany region and the birthplace of the Renaissance, is a small and vibrant city that is steeped in history and full of narrow streets and market squares that evoke a thousand tales.

Ponte Vecchio, Arno River, Florence, Italy
Ponte Vecchio, Florence

Things to do in Florence

Visit Michaelangelo’s David in the Museo Accademia, Walk to the Piazza del Duomo to climb the 436 steps of Brunelleschi’s venerable Duomo with its pink, green and white facade. Admire some of Bernini’s most famous works of art in the Uffizi gallery. Walk around stately palaces, world-class art galleries and the picturesque Boboli gardens, not forgetting to try the renowned Fiorentina cuisine in one of the many characterful restaurants that line the city streets.

Experiences

It’s all here. Things to see and do, places to explore and moments to discover.

Ponte Vecchio, Arno River, Florence, Italy

Ponte Vecchio

Wander along the River Arno and across the shop-lined ‘Ponte Vecchio’.

Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy

Uffizi Gallery

Visit the gallery, which holds Italy’s greatest art collection.

Florence Duomo, Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore (Basilica of Saint Mary of the Flower) in Florence, Italy,

Brunelleschi

Climb Brunelleschi’s magnificent cathedral dome, the city’s signature building.

Deli Counter, Norcia, Italy

Artisans Quarter

Escape the crowds and enter the Artisans district of Florence where you find local artists and craftsmen making everything from cheese to chocolate.

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Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Belmond Villa San Michele £££££

  • Italy
  • Boutique

Villa San Michele is a stunning, small luxury hotel, beautifully converted from a 15th-century monastery and set in the quiet hills overlooking the city of Florence. It is perfectly positioned with breathtaking views of the city and Arno Valley. With just 46 rooms, including 25 suites, it offers the perfect base from which to explore this part of Tuscany. The large pool overlooks the peaceful gardens which are filled with plenty of flowers, lemon and olive trees. This truly is one of the most romantic places in Italy.

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Hotel Brunelleschi £££££

  • Italy
  • City

The Hotel Brunelleschi in Florence is located only a stone’s throw away from the Uffizi Gallery, Piazza della Signoria and one of the world’s most famous shopping streets. The hotel was converted from a Byzantine tower (6th century) and medieval church and offers all the comforts of a modern hotel but keeps all the character of the original buildings. This charming four-star hotel offers two restaurants, three meeting areas, a gym and 96 rooms and suites, some with a jacuzzi and spectacular views of the Duomo. The hotel is a perfect option for a short weekend break to discover the capital of Tuscany.

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Hotel Savoy £££££

  • Italy
  • City

Situated on Piazza della Repubblica, Hotel Savoy puts you right at the heart of Florence. The hotel is next to the Duomo and within walking distance of the River Arno, Ponte Vecchio, Boboli Gardens and Pitti Palace, as well as the finest designer boutiques of Via Roma and Via Tornabuoni. The hotel has 80 rooms and suites all with complimentary Wi-Fi, interactive entertainment and many rooms have views of the Piazza or the Duomo. The hotel is an excellent choice for visitors with children as there is an award-winning children’s programme available. The hotel also offers a gym and spa.

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