Surrounded by the Tuscan Apennines and located on the River Arno, Florence is a classic Italian city. Thanks to an abundance of bustling squares, it is arguably the best of all Italian cities to people-watch. It is also home to the most important collection of Italian and Renaissance art in the world, largely thanks to the world-famous Uffizi Gallery. But as the Tuscan capital attracts over 20,000 overseas students who study there each year, it is also surprisingly lively after dark and is laced with bars and nightclubs.
Reviews of Florence from boo.com
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anonymous says:
“ Stumbled upon this site. I am fortunate enough to live here permanently and I adore the city and the people who are on the whole friendly and honest. However, for the traveller I would offer a few warnings. If you do not have accommodation booked, DO NOT USE THE TORIST INFORMATION OFFICE IN… more
Posted: on Nov 16, 2008 |
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thejustinfritz6931 says:
“ It\'s small and cramped with tourists. The first half hour was very frustrating and I wished I\'d never gone there. The view from the top of the Duomo, though, was spectacular and worth all manner of hassle. Gorgeous city when viewed from there or Piazza Michelangelo.
Posted: on May 23, 2008 |
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jessica919136714 says:
“ Florence was nice, it rained while we were there but we still saw the sights!! Make sure to get up early so that you can stand in line to see David, after that make sure to climb the Dome! The view was amazing, it\'s worth the climb!
Posted: on May 19, 2008 |
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Best things to do in Florence
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Duomo- What?
- Cathedral
- Where?
- Locate in the Piazza del Duomo
- Anything else?
- An impressive Cathedral in Florence, notable for the construction of its dome which was pioneered by Filippo Brunelleschi. The exterior is full of marble panels of different shades of green and pink bordered by white.
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Uffizi Gallery (Galleria degli Uffizi)- What?
- Museum
- Where?
- Near the Ponte Vecchio
- Anything else?
- One of the oldest and most famous art galleries in the world and contains famous pieces of art such as 'The Birth of Venus' by Botticelli. It is the most popular tourist attractions of Florence and during high season queues can be quite large.
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Palazzo Medici Riccardi- What?
- Famous Building and Museum
- Where?
- Located near the Giardino della Gherardesca
- Anything else?
- This famous building was built between 1444 and 1460, representing the prototype of the Florentine Renaissance style. It was enlarged at a later date and after that became the Ministry of the Interior. It is a good idea to arrive early.
Upcoming events in Florence
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Apr 1
Windfall - Astral Dive - Noiseful Silence -...
- When: Apr 1, 2010 (Thursday)
- Where: Viper Theatre
- What: Ages: All Ages find out more
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Mar 30
La Traviata by Giuseppe Verdi
- When: Mar 30, 2010 (Tuesday)
- Where: St Marks Anglican Curch
- What: Verdi's beloved opera La Traviata is presented in the intimate setting of St. Mark's Anglican Church by four singers in costume, accompanied by... find out more
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Mar 27
Carmen
- When: Mar 27, 2010 (Saturday)
- Where: St Marks Anglican Curch
- What: Georges Bizet's opera with the libretto by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy is among the most famous compositions in the repertoire! The soldier... find out more
Recommended Hotels
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NH Firenze(4 star hotel)- The NH Firenze, offers 152 comfortable beds, all ideal located. The hotel, 4 stars, can be easily reached from Santa Maria Novella, which is just 1km from the historical centre, and the Basso Fortress. The ...
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Hotel Calzaiuoli(3 star hotel)- The Hotel Calzaiuoli is situated within the pedestrian precinct of central Florence in Via Calzaiuoli one of the most famous streets in the world in the very heart of the Renaissance city.
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Hotel Lombardi(2 star hotel)- The Lombardi Hotel is located into an ancient and elegant palace of Florence, in one quiet road, near the Central Station of ' Santa Maria Novella'...
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Top Restaurants
| InCanto - Florence | ||
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| Hostaria Bibendum | ||
| Sanfrediavino | ||
| Ruth's | ||
| AC Firenze | ||
| Onice Lounge & Restaurant | ||
| Trattoria ZaZa | $$$$$ | 40% |
| Osteria Pepo | $$$$$ | 80% |
| Villa San Michele - La Loggia | ||
| Ora d'Aria |
