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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Your 2 night stay in Florence area, IT
Check-in: Friday, September 17, 2010
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Arizona Hotel
Situated in the San Marco neighborhood, in the heart of Florence, this family-friendly hotel is close to
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Hotel Kraft
Hotel Kraft is in central Florence, Italy, one kilometre from the old city centre. Santa Maria Novella church is one kilometre from the hotel, while the Accademia Art Gallery and $23.94 Stay 2 Nights and Save 8% on Your Stay!
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Hotel Albani Firenze
The Hotel Albani is a five-floor hotel, set in a neo- classical early 20th Century townhouse located in the historical centre of Florence, nestled between Piazza San Lorenzo and the main railway $28.92
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NH Anglo American
Situated in the Santa Maria Novella neighborhood, in the heart of Florence, this hotel is close to Teatro Comunale di $10.31
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De La Pace Hotel
Situated in the San Lorenzo neighborhood, in the heart of Florence, this family-friendly hotel is close to Florence $7.47 Stay 2 night and save 10% off your stay!
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Starhotels Michelangelo
The modern Starhotels Michelangelo is located in Florence, Italy, opposite Cascine Park and within a block of the River Arno. The hotel is one kilometre from city centre attractions $13.85 Stay 2 Nights and Save 10% on Your Stay!
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Starhotels Tuscany
This Florence hotel is close to Parco delle Cascine, Fortezza da Basso, and Statue of David. $12.59
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Villa Carlotta Hotel
This romantic hotel is located in Florence, close to Boboli Gardens and Roman Gate. Also nearby are $17.63
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Croce Di Malta Hotel
The Croce Di Malta Hotel, Florence is located 500 meters from the Santa Maria Novella station in the bustling station district of Florence. The imposing 19th century was once a convent and has been $15.12 Stay 2 night and save 10% off your stay!
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Hotel De La Ville
In Florence's Duomo neighborhood, this boutique hotel is close to Palazzo Strozzi, Museo Marino $18.56
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Montebello Splendid Hotel
The Montebello Splendid Hotel in Florence, Italy is 600 meters from the Ponte Vecchio and the River Arno. Florence's major attractions, the Dumo, Santa Maria Novella, Michelangelo's $27.02 Stay 1 Nights and Save 25% on Your Stay!
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NH Firenze
Situated in the Santa Maria Novella neighborhood, in the heart of Florence, this hotel is close to Teatro Comunale di $12.96
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Grand Hotel Cavour
In Florence's Duomo neighborhood, this hotel is close to Duomo Works Museum, Bargello Museum, $25.09
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Helvetia And Bristol
Florence's cathedral, river and portfolio of modern art galleries lay within one kilometer of this top class, 1894-built residence restored to its nineteenth century grandeur in the 1990s. $48.12
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Hotel Grand hotel Minerva
The Grand Hotel Minerva is a deluxe hotel situated on the Piazza Santa Maria Novella, the heart of historic Florence, and only a short walk to the Duomo. Guests arriving by rail will find the hotel $26.49
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Brunelleschi Hotel - A Summit Hotel
The historic Brunelleschi Hotel in central Florence, Italy, is one block from the Duomo and within 500 metres of the Uffizi Art Gallery, Ponte Vecchio and the boutiques of Via $31.98 Stay 2 nights and save 10% off your stay! (on select nights) Only 2 rooms left!
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Hotel Lungarno
Situated in the Oltrarno neighborhood, in the heart of Florence, this hotel is close to Church of Santa $41.04
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Cerretani Firenze - MGallery Collection
In Florence's Duomo neighborhood, this boutique hotel is close to Baptistry, Medici Chapels, $26.98
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Bettoja Relais Certosa Hotel
Situated in six hectares of grounds surrounded by olive trees, cypresses, pines and oak trees, the Relais Certosa is housed in a villa dating back to the 1400s and formed part of the neighbouring $8.31 Stay 2 night and save 10% off your stay!
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Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
The riverside Grand Hotel Mediterraneo is located in Florence, Italy. The hotel is within 100 metres of the River Arno and 800 metres from the Piazzale Michelangelo square. Florence $12.93 Stay 2 Nights and Save 10% on Your Stay!
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Key Attractions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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