Sightseeing in Florence - what to see. Complete travel guide

The legendary Hotel Savoy, which is located on Piazza della Repubblica, is famous far beyond the borders of Florence. The look of the high-class hotel is the result of work of famous …
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The old bridge over the Arno River named Ponte Vecchio


Hotel Calzaiuoli is known as one of the best places to spend a romantic vacation in Florence. This hotel is located on Via dei Calzaiuoli, close to popular shops and landmarks. Romantic …
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The National Museum of Painting, Sculpture and Graphic Uffizi is widely known as one of the most important museums in Florence.





In romantic Florence, there are interesting shopping places for everyone. The real landmark of the city is the San Lorenzo covered market, which has leather, clothing and accessories of the …
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Without a doubt, this magnificent cathedral is one of the greatest attractions not only of Florence, but also of the whole of Italy. The construction of the cathedral was started in 1296; in 1995 it was completely renovated. The word «fiore» means “lily”. This flower is depicted on the emblem of Florence. A solid belfry stands near the cathedral. The façade made of green and white marble of the XIII century looks absolutely unreal and fascinating, as if this is a backdrop to a film. This surreal place creates a nostalgic and historical atmosphere. If you stand in front of the Duomo, it seems that the facade of the building is about to collapse right away. For centuries, the grand marble cathedral has become a source of inspiration for numerous artists. Nowadays, it attracts millions of visitors from all over the world. The beautiful ceiling above the font will leave a particularly indelible impression. This masterpiece is the result of work of Venetian masters. The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore





Discovering the architecture of Florence from bird's eye view! Florence Cathedral, Basilica of Santa Croce, Palazzo Pitti, Certosa di Firenze, Villa di Castello, all those monuments are defining the image of Florence …
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is a famous ancient palace






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City tours, excursions and tickets in Florence and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Florence
♥ Shopping area ' Via de Tornabuoni' Florence, 0.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Via della Vigna Nuova' Florence, 0.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Piazza della Repubblica' Florence, 0.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Via dei Calzaiuoli' Florence, 0.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Via Roma' Florence, 0.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Via de Tornabuoni' Florence, 0.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Via della Vigna Nuova' Florence, 0.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Piazza della Repubblica' Florence, 0.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Via dei Calzaiuoli' Florence, 0.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Shopping area ' Via Roma' Florence, 0.7 km from the center. On the map


Survived castles around Florence
♥ Castle 'Belvedere' Florence, 0.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Fortress of Poggio Imperiale' Poggibonsi, 1.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Torregalli' Florence, 4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Montauto' Impruneta, 5.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Monte Cascioli' Lastra a Signa, 9.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Belvedere' Florence, 0.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Fortress of Poggio Imperiale' Poggibonsi, 1.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Castello di Torregalli' Florence, 4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Castello di Montauto' Impruneta, 5.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Castello di Monte Cascioli' Lastra a Signa, 9.1 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Florence
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona e Campigna' , 44.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’Appennino Tosco-Emiliano' , 102.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’ Arcipelago Toscano' , 140.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona e Campigna' , 44.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’Appennino Tosco-Emiliano' , 102.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’ Arcipelago Toscano' , 140.6 km from the center. On the map


Art galleries in Florence and around
♥ Art museum 'Palazzo Pitti' Florence, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Uffizi Gallery' Florence, 0.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Bargello' Florence, 0.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Fine Arts Academy' Florence, 1.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Archaeological Museum of Florence' Florence, 1.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Palazzo Pitti' Florence, 0.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Uffizi Gallery' Florence, 0.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Bargello' Florence, 0.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Fine Arts Academy' Florence, 1.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Art museum 'Archaeological Museum of Florence' Florence, 1.4 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Florence from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Historic Center of Florence
From the series “16 Most Fascinating Objects of Unesco in Italy”
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Distance from Florence center - 1.8 km.
Another name of Florence is ”the second Rome”. It has more unique historical things than the Eternal city. The Ufficio Gallery is the oldest European museum in the world. There you can see thousands of beyond price works of art. Visitors can adore wonderful antique full sculptures, Medieval Gobelins and portrait sculptures of Roman Emperors. The gallery’s decoration itself has huge artistic values. …
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Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore
From the series “The Most Astonishing Orthodox Churches”
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Distance from Florence center - 0.9 km.
At the period of the Early Middle Ages in Florence lived about 90 000 people. That’s why the cathedral looks like a large roofed square. Its length is 153 meters and width 90 meters. The height with the cross is 114 meters. The cathedral’s façade is decorated with a great number of wonderful statues. The graining of marble walls with the sculptures make the church look magnificent. The church’s interior is rich with stain-glassed artworks of the 15th century. Also, there were saved wonderful frescos of the 16th century with the depiction of the Day of Judgement. The main peculiarity of the cathedral is the Paolo Uccello’s clock. They were made in 1443 and work until now. …
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The Philippines Adopt New Rules for Tourists
After that, tourists need to stay at the quarantine hotel. A follow-up email containing information about the COVID-19 test should appear on day 3, and tourists are required to answer it within 24 hours. The exact location and schedule of the test will be revealed on day 5. Tourists who develop COVID-19 symptoms need to report to a medical officer for checkup purpose. When a negative test result is obtained, tourists are free to enjoy their vacation. Those with positive results will be forwarded to a hospital for further treatment.
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After that, tourists need to stay at the quarantine hotel. A follow-up email containing information about the COVID-19 test should appear on day 3, and tourists are required to answer it within 24 hours. The exact location and schedule of the test will be revealed on day 5. Tourists who develop COVID-19 symptoms need to report to a medical officer for checkup purpose. When a negative test result is obtained, tourists are free to enjoy their vacation. Those with positive results will be forwarded to a hospital for further treatment.

01.03.2021
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