Top Attractions in Florence

Florence has a thousand corners to explore, and many amazing sights to see. Discover the essential sights and attractions here.

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Piazza del Duomo

The Piazza del Duomo is one of Florence’s main symbols. Another characteristic part of the city is the Ponte Vecchio. Both are a must see in Florence.

Piazza della Signoria

The Piazza della Signoria is the political and historical heart of Florence. It is also the liveliest square in Florence. A real treat to see.

Uffizi Gallery

The Uffizi Gallery is one of the best known art galleries in the world. It features paintings like The Birth of Venus and the Adoration of the Magi.

Galleria dell'Accademia

The Accademia Gallery is the second most visited museum in Florence after the Uffizi Gallery. It houses the stunning sculpture David by Michelangelo.

Palazzo Vecchio

Former residence and workplace of the Signoria of Florence, the Palazzo Vecchio is one of the city’s symbols and a great place to visit.

Ponte Vecchio

The Ponte Vecchio is the oldest and most famous bridge in Florence. It is also considered by many as the most romantic symbol and spot of the city.

Florence Cathedral

Il Duomo di Firenze (Florence Cathedral) is the most important church of Florence. With an impressive dome, it is the highest point in the Florence.

Pisa

Pisa is an old port city, famous worldwide thanks to its leaning tower, the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Discover the best things to do in the city.

Basilica di Santa Croce

The Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence is the largest Franciscan church in the world. It is the resting place of Galileo, Michelangelo and Machiavelli.

Piazzale Michelangelo

Located on the plateau to the south of the Arno River, the Piazzale Michelangelo is the best lookout to see the most impressive view of Florence.

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Piazza del Duomo

The Piazza del Duomo is one of Florence’s main symbols. Another characteristic part of the city is the Ponte Vecchio. Both are a must see in Florence.

Piazza della Signoria

The Piazza della Signoria is the political and historical heart of Florence. It is also the liveliest square in Florence. A real treat to see.

Ponte Vecchio

The Ponte Vecchio is the oldest and most famous bridge in Florence. It is also considered by many as the most romantic symbol and spot of the city.

Campanile di Giotto

The Campanile di Giotto is the Florence Cathedral bell tower. It was built during the fourteenth century by Giotto and Andrea Pisano.

Florence Cathedral

Il Duomo di Firenze (Florence Cathedral) is the most important church of Florence. With an impressive dome, it is the highest point in the Florence.

Battistero di San Giovanni

The Battistero di San Giovanni (Florence Baptistery) is the oldest building in Florence. Made out of white and green marble, it part of the Duomo Complex.

Basilica di Santa Croce

The Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence is the largest Franciscan church in the world. It is the resting place of Galileo, Michelangelo and Machiavelli.

Basilica di Santa Maria Novella

The Basilica di Santa Maria Novella was the principle Dominican church in Florence, as Santa Croce was the main church of the Franciscans.

Boboli Gardens

Previously owned by the Medici family, it was opened to the public in 1766. Visitors will come across a collection of statues, fountains, lakes and caves.

Piazzale Michelangelo

Located on the plateau to the south of the Arno River, the Piazzale Michelangelo is the best lookout to see the most impressive view of Florence.

Museums and galleries

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Uffizi Gallery

The Uffizi Gallery is one of the best known art galleries in the world. It features paintings like The Birth of Venus and the Adoration of the Magi.

Galleria dell'Accademia

The Accademia Gallery is the second most visited museum in Florence after the Uffizi Gallery. It houses the stunning sculpture David by Michelangelo.

Museo Nazionale del Bargello

Housed in one of the oldest buildings of Florence, the Bargello features one of the largest collections of Italian sculpture (14th to the 16th centuries).

Palazzo Vecchio

Former residence and workplace of the Signoria of Florence, the Palazzo Vecchio is one of the city’s symbols and a great place to visit.

Museo dell’Opera del Duomo

Although it is not very famous, this impressive museum features the original sculptures of the Cathedral, the Baptistery and Giotto’s Campanile.

Museo Galileo

The Museo Galileo (former History of Science Museum) houses one of the largest scientific instruments collections in the world, from the Renaissance era.

Nearby sights

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Pisa

Pisa is an old port city, famous worldwide thanks to its leaning tower, the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Discover the best things to do in the city.

Siena

Siena is a city in Tuscany and one of the most charming cities of Italy. Discover the best things to do and how to get to the city from Florence.

San Gimignano

Known as the Town of Fine Towers, San Gimignano is a small walled medieval town. Discover the best things to do and see.

Monteriggioni

Monteriggioni is a charming Medieval village located 34 miles (55 km) south of Florence. Discover the best things to do and how to get to Monteriggioni.

Cinque Terre

Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore are five of the most beautiful villages in the world. Cinque Terre is fascinating.

Assisi

Believed to be a sacred destination, Assisi is the birthplace and resting place of St. Francis and St. Clare. Discover the best things to do in Assisi.

Cortona

Cortona is the setting of the film Under the Tuscan Sun and one of the most beautiful villages in Tuscany. Find out what to do and how to get to Cortona.

Two Days in Florence

Florence is an ideal place for a weekend away. See the best of Florence in two days with our itinerary and make the most of your trip.

English-speaking guided tours

If you would like to discover the city’s most popular attractions with an English-speaking guide, check out our guided tours of Florence via the following link:

Guided tours of Florence

Livorno port	Hotel in Florence	US$ 371	Book
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