Florence, a small walkable city, offers visitors some of the best art and architecture in Europe. Art lovers will be in awe of the classic masterpieces that can be found here. Lovers of architecture will marvel at the historic churches, palaces, and soaring buildings shadowing the winding alleyways. The entire city centre has been designated an UNESCO World Heritage site due to its architecture. Lastly, sunset lovers will be treated to the most beautiful golden hour casting an incredible glow over the entire city. Â
Colpo di fulmine. That’s what Italians call love at first sight, and that’s exactly what happened to me. I immediately fell in love with Florence Italy. Wondering what to see in Florence? For those travelling to this Tuscan city for the first time, or maybe it’s a repeat visit, here are the top things to do in Florence. Â
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Gustavo A Feliciano
Florence looks amazing, I do love visiting a good bridge as crazy as that sounds lol
The.Holidaymaker
If you love bridges, then Florence needs to be on your list!
Emma
Florence looks like such a great city, and I just love the look of all the beautiful bridges and small side streets. I could happily get lost for hours in places like that in Europe. Great architecture – always one of my favorite activities is just wandering around staring up at buildings that look so pretty like that
The.Holidaymaker
Florence is such a great city for that, and because of its small size, you can walk to every site. Hopefully you’ll have a chance to explore one day soon.
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Charlotte
I love this post! Thank you so much. This will help my trip in August 🙂
The.Holidaymaker
Fantastic, so happy to hear this will help you! Enjoy your time in Florence!
Alice L. Ford
I visited Florence only once and it seems like ages ago now. Sadly I only had a day to explore it as I visited it while on a cruise and missed so many of the great things to see and do. It was one of my favorite Italian cities that I have visited and I hope I can go again one day and see more of the wonderful sites you outlined.
The.Holidaymaker
It’s def one of mine, so hopefully you get a chance to return and experience more!
Jamie Italane
What gorgeous pictures! Does one need to prebook pictures to climb the bell tower? That is always an activity that I love. We had to decide about ten years ago to spend another day in Rome or go to Florence and didn’t go, so I still need to make my first visit to Florence.
The.Holidaymaker
Well, that would be a hard decision! It’s worth staying in Florence for a couple of nights- as you’ll want to experience it at nighttime, as well as try the many restaurants.
Yes, I would recommend that you pre-order your tickets to view the tower and the Duomo- otherwise you will be faced with long lines.
ildiko
I’ve been to Florence several times and I love your list. Florence is such a beautiful city. I loved the Accademia museum, with beautiful Michelangelo sculptures and the Rape of the Sabine Women sculpture. Wandering the streets and buying gelato in Florence is also such a highlight.
The.Holidaymaker
I couldn’t agree more! Gelato and roaming the streets. Nothing better.
Krista
I can’t wait to get to Florence, it’s been on my bucket list for a long time. Thanks for sharing these tips, now I know what to see when I get there!
The.Holidaymaker
So glad you found it helpful and hopefully you get there one day soon.
MagicandBliss
Such amazing pictures. Florence is so beautiful. Thanks for sharing!
The.Holidaymaker
Thank you for your kind comment.
Angela L. Dowdy
The piazzas and bridges are wonderful. Looks like a lovely place. Thanks for a good article.
The.Holidaymaker
Thank you for stopping by, I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Laureen Lund
I’ve beent to Florence twice and had fabulous experience both times…I know the next time will be great too…such a city of intrigue. Thanks for all the tips.
The.Holidaymaker
I couldn’t agree more, it’s a city worth returning to, and I hope to one day too!
Sue
You’ve inspired me to visit Florence again. It’s such a beautiful city but I haven’t been for 25 years – since I was interrailing. Your photos are gorgeous! It’s back on the list (all mine are pre-digital 😉
The.Holidaymaker
I’m so happy to know that it inspired you to add it back on your return travel list! It’s definitely a city worthy of returning to!
Alison
What a dream of a post. It makes me want to return to Florence to explore more. And your photos are gorgeous.
The.Holidaymaker
Thanks Alison, I’m so glad you enjoyed the post and it makes you want to return!
Angela Price
I have been to Florence and loved everything about it. The history, the romance and the beauty of the city. I did buy a lovely leather bag from near to the cathedral – probably overpriced but still in use most days. I also did a lovely boat cruise with bubbles along the river which was wonderful especially when we went underneath Ponte Vecchio and everyone standing on the bridge started waving and cheering – great memories.
The.Holidaymaker
I never saw a boat cruise- I missed out on that, and would definitely have done that – as you would have another perspective of the historic buildings that line the river.
Alma
Loved our short time in Florence. Such a beautiful city to explore. Such useful tips and information for first time travelers.
The.Holidaymaker
I’m so glad you think so Alma! It is indeed a great city to explore!
Anita
Loce Florence and love your suggestions and tips. It brings me back memories of my Florence trip some time ago. Thanks for useful information and great pictures!
The.Holidaymaker
Thanks Anita, glad it brought back some memories!