Florence is a relatively small city and is much less touristy thanRomeandVenice. It is perfect for wine, food, and art lovers, but I believe everyone can find something charming about this place. So get ready to take a break from the hustle and bustle and spend a more relaxing week in Florence.
Florence is known as the “Cradle of the Renaissance.” With the best Medieval and Renaissance art in Europe, Florence is a veritable art lover's paradise.
Florence’s entire historic center is a designated UNESCO World Heritage site. Florence is effectively an open air museum with stunning art and architecture at every turn. Spend your very first day in Florence in the city center at the Piazza del Duomo.
The Duomo complex includes the Duomo, the Duomo Museum, the Giotto bell tower, and the Baptistery. The Duomo is arguably the most famous building in Florence. The cathedral is officially named Santa Maria del Fiore. It’s nicknamed the Duomo.
Today will consist of a lot of walking, but all of the pasta and wine waiting for you at the end of it will make it worth it.
There are so many amazing views to be seen in Florence, and today you will get a lot of them in. So wear your walking shoes and get ready for a day of sightseeing in the city center.
The Piazza del Duomo is by far one of the prettiest sights in Florence, and by climbing the bell tower instead of the Duomo, you can see it from above!
Purchase your ticket for the bell tower here. The ticket also includes access to the Baptistry, the Crypt, and climbing the Duomo.
Grab a Panini at Toscani
When you're back to the ground after your hike up the bell tower, grab a panino at Panini Toscani - one of the most famous panini shops in Florence!
They let you customize your sandwich and sample all of the meats and cheeses before you choose. It is best paired with a glass of their house white wine!
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