Must-Visit Spots: The Best Places to See in Florence

Must-Visit Spots: The Best Places to See in Florence, Florence, Italy

Florence - the city of art! Located in Tuscany, it’s known for its stunning architecture, artwork, Vespa, and wine. If you’re visiting for just a few days, this guide to the ten best places to see in Florence is perfect for you.

A great thing about Florence is that it has so much to offer. You can easily spend days museum hopping, visiting historical landmarks, drinking wine, and enjoying the creamiest, mouth-watering pasta. Walking down paved streets, the same ones used to walk Michelangelo and Botticelli, you will see the most beautiful chapels, frescoes, squares with countless statues, and medieval cathedrals.

There are so many things to do in Florence that choosing what to do first can be a real challenge! For this reason, I have come up with a list of must-see places in Florence that are easily explorable in one day.

The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, also known as the Florence Cathedral, is a true masterpiece that should not be missed during your visit to Florence. This remarkable landmark has historical and artistic significance and is considered one of the city’s most important cultural treasures.

There is no shortage of things to explore with its six distinct parts, including the Cathedral, the Dome, the Baptistry, the Bell Tower, the Crypt, and the Museum. Though the lines can be long, purchasing tickets in advance is a great way to avoid the wait and make the most of your visit. And once you climb to the top of Giotto’s Bell Tower and witness the stunning views of the city, you’ll know that it was all worth it. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Must-Visit Spots: The Best Places to See in Florence
Guide Location: Italy » Florence
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Silvija Andonov
Read it on Author's Website: https://www.girlontheeast.com/the-top-10-must-see-places-in-florence/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Piazza del Duomo
  • Uffizi Gallery
  • Accademia Gallery
  • The Piazza della Signoria
  • The Neptune Fountain
  • Hercules and Cacus
  • Perseus with the Head of Medusa
  • Judith and Holofernes
  • Palazzo Vecchio Tower
  • Ponte Vecchio bridge
  • New Market
  • Fontana del Porcellino
  • Piazzale Michelangelo

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