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: Saturday, February 11, 2012
Check-out: Monday, February 13, 2012
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Hotel Caravaggio
Located in central Florence, Hotel Caravaggio is near the airport and within walking distance of Mercato di San Lorenzo, Palazzo degli Affari, and Palazzo dei Congressi.
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Hotel Cosimo De' Medici
Hotel Cosimo De' Medici is located in Florence's Santa Maria Novella neighborhood, close to Church of Santa Maria Novella, Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Fiori, and Statue of $6.54
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Orto De Medici Hotel
Orto De Medici Hotel is located in Florence's San Lorenzo neighborhood, close to Convent of Santa Apollonia, Statue of David, and Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Fiori. Nearby $6.84 Stay 2 Nights and Save 20% on Your Stay!
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Hotel Tornabuoni Beacci
Hotel Tornabuoni Beacci is located in Florence's Duomo neighborhood, close to Chiesa di Santa Trínita, Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Fiori, and Statue of David. Nearby $6.13 Early Booking Bonus - Save 15% on your hotel stay
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Waldorf Suite
Located in central Florence, Waldorf Suite is near the airport and within walking distance of Church of Santa Maria Novella, Palazzo degli Affari, and Palazzo dei $11.54 12 Hour Sale- Save 20%
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Hotel Globus
Hotel Globus is located in Florence's San Lorenzo neighborhood, close to Mercato di San Lorenzo, Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Fiori, and Statue of David. Nearby points of $5.47 January sale
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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, Old Bridge, and Pitti Palace. Nearby points of interest $6.49 Stay 2 night and save 10% off your stay!
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Hotel Atlantic Palace
Hotel Atlantic Palace is located in Florence's San Lorenzo neighborhood, close to Mercato di San Lorenzo, Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Fiori, and Statue of David. Nearby $5.91
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Villa La Vedetta Florence
Located in central Florence, Villa La Vedetta Florence is a business-friendly hotel steps from San Miniato al Monte and Piazzale Michelangiolo. Additional points of $14.19 Stay 2 nights and save 10% off your stay!
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Hotel Club
Hotel Club is located in Florence's Santa Maria Novella neighborhood, close to Church of Santa Maria Novella, Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Fiori, and Statue of David. $5.67
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Hotel Machiavelli Palace
Hotel Machiavelli Palace is located in Florence's San Lorenzo neighborhood, close to Mercato di San Lorenzo, Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Fiori, and Statue of David. Nearby $4.18
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Plus Florence
Near the airport, Plus Florence is located in Florence's San Lorenzo neighborhood and close to Convent of Santa Apollonia, Palazzo degli Affari, and Palazzo dei Congressi. $4.50 Stay 2 Nights and Save 15% on Your Stay!
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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 dei Fiori. Nearby points of $3.65
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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, Old Bridge, and Pitti Palace. Nearby points of interest also $13.46
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Hotel Diplomat
Hotel Diplomat is located in Florence's Santa Maria Novella neighborhood, close to Palazzo dei Congressi, Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Fiori, and Church of Santa Maria $7.12
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Hotel Basilea
Located in central Florence, Hotel Basilea is within walking distance of Mercato di San Lorenzo, Statue of David, and Chiesa di San Lorenzo. Nearby points of interest also $4.09 January sale
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Hotel Pendini
Set in the heart of Florence, this hotel is close to Palazzo Strozzi and Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Fiori, as well as Statue of David. Additional attractions $6.84
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Grand Hotel Cavour
Grand Hotel Cavour is located in Florence's Duomo neighborhood, close to Duomo Works Museum, Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Fiori, and Statue of David. Nearby points of $8.75
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Hotel Kursaal Ausonia
Located in central Florence, Hotel Kursaal Ausonia is within walking distance of Mercato di San Lorenzo, Statue of David, and Chiesa di San Lorenzo. Nearby points of $5.29
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UNA Hotel Vittoria
UNA Hotel Vittoria is a business-friendly hotel located in Florence's Oltrarno neighborhood, close to Teatro Comunale di Firenze, Old Palace, and Cathedral of Santa Maria $7.85 Advance Purchase Special - non-refundable
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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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