Florence Travel Guide
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Fodor's Essential Italy
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In the 15th century Florence was at the center of the artistic revolution that would later be known as the Renaissance. Today the Renaissance remains the main attraction here—the abundance of art treasures is mind-boggling. Florence's is a subtle beauty—its unprepossessing palaces built in local stone aren't showy and take on a certain magnificence at daybreak and sunset. A walk along the Arno offers memorable views that haven't much changed in 700 years; navigating Piazza della Signoria, almost always packed with tourists and locals alike, requires patience. There's a reason why everyone seems to be here, however. It's the heart of the city, and home to the Uffizi—arguably the world's finest repository of Renaissance art.
Florence Hotels
Florence is equipped with hotels for all budgets; for instance, you can find both budget and luxury hotels in the centro storico (historic center) and along...read more
Florence Restaurants
Florence's popularity with tourists means that, unfortunately, there's a higher percentage of mediocre restaurants here than you'll find in most Italian...read more
Things To Do in Florence
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Florence Experiences
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Galleria degli Uffizi: Italian Renaissance art doesn't get much better than this vast collection bequeathed to the city by the last Medici, Anna... Read more
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In Florence simply prepared meats, grilled or roasted, are the culinary stars, usually paired with seasonal vegetables like artichokes, porcini... Read more
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Social behavior in Tuscany and Umbria tends to be more conservative and formal than in other parts of Italy.... Read more
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One of the most striking figures of Renaissance Florence was Girolamo Savonarola, a Dominican friar who, for a moment, captured the conscience... Read more
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The Medici were the dominant family of Renaissance Florence, wielding political power and financing some of the world's greatest art. You'll... Read more
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While in Florence, those with a sense of culinary adventure should seek out a tripe sandwich, which is just about as revered by local gourmands... Read more
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Trip Ideas
Florence may not be first on your list of up-and-coming cities, but the Renaissance City is constantly... Read more
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Trip Ideas, Travel Tips
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