Florence, Italy

The capital city of Tuscany, and the one of the most popular destinations in Italy, and indeed, all of Europe, Florence was a centre of trade in medieval Europe, and influential throughout the Middle Ages. Of course, it is perhaps most famous as the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. From a wonderful climate, to art, cuisine and culture, Florence is the quintessential European city, and a visit to Italy would certainly not be complete without a stopover in this historic destination.

Famous for its Tuscan dialect, Florence's residents speak the parent language of Italian. Watch for the distinctive Florentine accent as you wander through the city, looking to sample some of its tripe, or famous steak. Continuing from a peasant tradition, the food of the region is rich in olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and of course, salami.

In terms of economy, Florence flourishes as a tourist attraction. During the tourist season, which roughly falls between April and October every year, the city's residents are vastly outnumbered by tourists, and tickets for the major attractions get quickly sold out.

Florence, of course, would not be Florence without its art. From the The Bargello Tower to the chapels of the Medicis, and Buonarroti's house, which houses Michaelangelo's sculptures, the city has so much in terms of art that visitors to the city sometimes get Stendhal syndrome. The condition, which is said to arise when people are exposed to large quantities of art, is a psychosomatic illness in which one experiences dizziness, confusion and at times even hallucinations.

Of course, the capital of Tuscany is also a great doorway into wine country. Just south of the city is the famous Chianti region, famous for its Sangiovese grapes which go into the world renown Chianti Classico wines. To the west, the Carmignano is also a major wine region, and is certainly worth a visit if you are a wine buff.

Whether you're in Tuscany for the wine or in Florence for the art and culture, the city and its surrounding countryside has much to offer you. One of the oldest, and indeed, most picturesque regions in Europe, Florence will show you a side of Italy that has attracted visitors for hundreds of years.

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UNA Hotel Vittoria

UNA Hotel Vittoria is located in Florence's Oltrarno neighborhood, close to Teatro Comunale di Firenze, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and Uffizi Palace. Nearby pointscash back  $8.53 HelpAdvance Purchase Special - non-refundable

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Hotel Athenaeum

Hotel Athenaeum is located in Florence's San Lorenzo neighborhood, close to Florence Botanical Gardens, Statue of David, and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Nearbycash back  $10.04 HelpStay 2 Nights and Save 20% on Your Stay!

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Pitti Palace al Ponte Vecchio

Located in central Florence, Pitti Palace al Ponte Vecchio is within walking distance of Church of Santa Felicita, Uffizi Palace, and Ponte Vecchio. Nearby points ofcash back  $10.46 HelpStay 2 night and save 10% off your stay!

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Hotel Atlantic Palace

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Hotel Centro

Hotel Centro is located in Florence's San Lorenzo neighborhood, close to Palazzo Medici Riccardi, Statue of David, and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Nearby points ofcash back  $7.02 Help

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Hotel Caravaggio

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Hotel Berchielli

Hotel Berchielli is located in Florence's Duomo neighborhood, close to Salvatore Ferragamo Museum, Uffizi Palace, and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Nearby points ofcash back  $15.90 HelpStay 2 nights and save 10% off your stay!

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San Gallo Palace Hotel

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Hotel Kursaal Ausonia

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Carolus Hotel

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Ponte Vecchio Suites & Spa

Located in central Florence, Ponte Vecchio Suites & Spa is within walking distance of Church of Santa Felicita, Uffizi Palace, and Ponte Vecchio. Nearby points of interestcash back  $22.31 Help

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Bernini Palace

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Hotel Silla

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Villa La Vedetta

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Hotel Tornabuoni Beacci

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Hotel Globus

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Hotel Olimpia

Hotel Olimpia is located in Florence's Duomo neighborhood, close to Piazza della Repubblica, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and Uffizi Palace. Nearby points ofcash back  $7.90 Help

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Best Western Premier Hotel Laurus al Duomo

Best Western Premier Hotel Laurus al Duomo is located in Florence's Duomo neighborhood, close to Baptistry, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and Uffizi Palace. Nearbycash back  $17.57 HelpStay 2 nights and save 10% off your stay!

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Albergotto Hotel

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Albergo Firenze

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Accademia
Accademia

The Accademia dell'Arte del Disegno ("Academy of the Art of Drawing") is an art academy in Florence, Italy. It was the first academy of drawing in Europe.

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Amerigo Vespucci Airport
Amerigo Vespucci Airport

Peretola Airport, Florence Airport or Amerigo Vespucci Airport (IATA: FLR, ICAO: LIRQ) is an airport located close to Florence, Italy, but administratively located within the territory of Sesto Fiorentino.

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Duomo
Duomo

The Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore is the cathedral church (Duomo) of Florence, Italy, begun in 1296 in the Gothic style to the design of Arnolfo di Cambio and completed structurally in 1436 with the dome engineered by Filippo Brunelleschi.

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