Visiting Florence, Italy? Here’s the Travel Guide

Visiting Florence, Italy? Here’s the Travel Guide, Florence, Italy

An astounding one-third of the world’s art treasures exist in this 40-square mile capital of Tuscany. Florence was the first city in Europe to have paved streets and they were walked by legends. Did we mention that Da Vinci, Amerigo Vespucci, Niccolo Machiavelli, Cavalli, and Florence Nightingale were all born here!? Let’s visit Florence!

There’s really so much to do, this city could keep you busy for days. Here’s a list of our must-see’s when visiting Florence.

AkA Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flowers, AKA Florence Cathedral, AKA the most popular tourist destination in Florence. This stunning complex is comprised of five amazing monuments, including the famous Cupola(dome). A climb to the top comes at a price, and not only in cash, but a good deal of time as well! While the entrance fee is about $16, be prepared to wait for about an hour before making it inside. Don’t have the patience? You’ll appreciate the lines(or lack thereof) at Palazzo Vecchio(for equally incredible views) and Basilica di Santa Croce(for fantastic religious architecture and relics).  ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Visiting Florence, Italy? Here’s the Travel Guide
Guide Location: Italy » Florence
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Josh And Krissy Sedivy
Read it on Author's Website: http://www.wanderlustduo.com/visiting-florence-travel-guide/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
  • Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flowers
  • Ponte Vecchio
  • Uffizi Gallery
  • Palazzo Vecchio
  • Basilica di Santa Croce
  • Piazzale Michelangelo
  • Basilica San Miniato al Monte
  • Giardino Bardini
  • Palazzo Pitti
  • Giardino di Boboli
  • All’Antico Vinaio
  • Gelateria La Carraia
  • Galleria dell’Accademia

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