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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Hotel Berchielli
The riverside Hotel Berchielli in Florence, Italy, is located on the right bank of the River Arno, 200 metres from the Ponte Vecchio and 300 metres from the Uffizi Art Gallery.
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J AND J HISTORIC HOUSE HOTEL
The J and J Hotel is housed in a converted 16th century monastery, which has many original period details and frescoes, and is situated in the centre of Florence, 800 metres from the city's famous cat $29.62 Stay 2 Nights and Save 5% on Your Stay!
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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. $37.13
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Continentale
The Continentale is located in central Florence, Italy, next to the Ponte Vecchio bridge. $18.54 Only 5 rooms left!
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Bernini Palace by Baglioni Hotels
The Hotel Bernini Palace is set in a traditional Florentine property dating from the 14th century, and situated within 30 metres of the Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery. $26.77
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Hotel degli Orafi
The Hotel Degli Orafi is very centrally located, close to Ponte Vecchio (old Bridge) and Uffizi Gallery. $13.88 New Hotel
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Hotel Roma
The Hotel Roma is a completely renovated, grand 18th- century palace which overlooks the enchanting Piazza Santa Maria Novella in central Florence, 300 metres from the Duomo and 600 metres from the Uf $24.98
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Best Western Hotel Rivoli
The Best Western Hotel Rivoli in Florence, Italy is 200 meters from Santa Maria Novella railway station. $29.48 Stay 2 night and save 15% off your stay!
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Hotel Strozzi Palace
Hotel Strozzi Palace is located in Florence, Italy, 150 metres from the Duomo and within 300 metres of Rucellai Palace and Sassetti Chapel. The Medici Palace is 400 metres away. $13.24
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Hotel Regency
The 19th-century Hotel Regency is located in Florence, Italy, within one kilometre of the Duomo and the Accademia Art Gallery. Florence Vespucci Airport is 10 kilometres away. $22.01 Stay 2 Nights and Save 15% on Your Stay!
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Hotel Vasari
Hotel Vasari is located in Florence, Italy. $9.32 Stay 1 Night and Save 10% on Your Stay!
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Hotel Globus
The Hotel Globus is located on the north side of Florence by San Lorenzo market, 300 metres from the city's breathtaking Duomo. $15.08 Spring Sale! Save 15%
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Pitti Palace al Ponte Vecchio
The historic Pitti Palace is located in Florence, Italy, two blocks from the Pitti Palace and four blocks from the Uffizi Gallery. Florence Vespucci Airport is 10 kilometres away. $17.55 Stay 2 Nights and Save 25% on Your Stay!
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Hotel Kursaal Ausonia
The Hotel Kursaal Ausonia is located in Florence, Italy, in the centre of the city, 500 metres from a cathedral and one kilometre from the Uffizi. $8.65 Stay 2 night and save 10% off your stay!
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Villa Fiesole Hotel
The Villa Fiesole Hotel is located in Florence, Italy, 1.5 kilometres from the Church of Santa Maria Novella and the Medici Palace. Florence city centre is four kilometres away. $11.90
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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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