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Florence: curiosity, secrets and useful information. What to do and what to see in the splendid cradle of the Renaissance

Florence: curiosity, secrets and useful information.

My long passage in Florence ended just a year ago…

In an early September, after a beautiful summer around Italy and Europe when calls to normality, at work they began to make themselves felt, when I thought the distance of two months in Veneto, had already been enough.. My partner's work led us to divide ourselves between Turin and the cradle of the Renaissance, the wonderful Florence.

From then on, six months between my work commitments and ran to the first train that would take me to my half of my heart on Friday night.

I must say that despite the hatred for this separation, the idea of ​​leaving every weekend and going to one of the most beautiful cities in Italy with him ,it made me really happy at every departure.

And then the climate… We want to talk about the beauty of the mild climate even in the months of December and January?

E’ It was beautiful every weekend to walk and enjoy the life of a city in constant motion, a modern city, very attached to traditions and its history.

I discovered the most famous places but also many hidden corners, that perhaps no guide will list you. Hidden corners that I'm sure will amaze you and you will be happy to discover.

Florence is a unique and beautiful city! Art City, historical city, crowded city…

Well yes , I must be honest, I have never seen a city so rich in tourism, beyond the mythical venice.

Reaching the center on weekends is always very difficult. Because of the traffic around the station and the center.

But I assure you, you learn some tricks by dint of living there, which I will reveal to you further in the article…

In this mini guide I will list the places that you absolutely must visit for a trip to Florence. I have discovered many new places, restaurants, terrazze, neighborhoods, and breathtaking views.

Florence falls in love..

What to do in Florence…

Visit and Climb the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore…

When you arrive in front of the Duomo you can only be enchanted by its beauty….

See Giotto's Bell Tower

The Baptistery of San Giovanni

The Brunnelleschi Dome

Cross the Ponte Vecchio….

One of the most photographed places in Italy. The goldsmith shops attract thousands of tourists every year.

Every year over the Christmas period, the Festival of Lights takes place, he F- light of florence. For this initiative, the Ponte Vecchio and the other important monuments of the city become a show of Lights and Projections every evening for about two weeks.

Go to Piazza della Signoria and admire the Palazzo Vecchio….

Palazzo Vecchio is the best example of ancient civil architecture of the fourteenth century.

Visit the Uffizi Museum….

The largest art gallery in Italy, treasure chest of masterpieces from every century.

Plan a full day for your visit. Between the external queue and the visit inside.

Admire the Basilica of Santa Croce

Here are the tombs of the greatest. That of Michelangelo, Gallileo Gallilei, Macchiavelli, Ugo Foscolo, Canova, Alfieri, Rossini.

Also every year in this wonderful square, outdoor Christmas markets are held. Not to be missed!

Santa Maria Novella

Here is the arrival point of the city: the Santa Maria Novella Station. Nerve center of the city. Starting point for the main attractions of the city.

At its side the church of Santa Maria Novella.

Eat at the Central Market

The central market of Florence is a perfect meeting point for a pleasant tasting break, while visiting the city.

Take a tour of the San Lorenzo market

Adjacent to the Central Market, you will get lost in the streets of the oldest market in Florence: the San Lorenzo market.

Touch the Pig Symbol of Florence…

The fountain of the bronze pig, which is located at the loggia of the New Market, is a tribute to Christian Andersen's novel, and it seems to bring good luck… Many tourists every year from all over the world traveling to Florence go to this street to touch it.

Walking and shopping in via tornabuoi..

The most chic street in the city, with its luxury shops..

Visit Palazzo Pitti

Admire the beauty of Palazzo pitti, in its majesty…

Inside there is a museum complex consisting of galleries and museums of various kinds: the Palatine Gallery (the art gallery preserves Raphael's masterpieces, Titian, etc.) the Royal Apartments, the Gallery of Modern Art and the Museum of Fashion and Costume, the largest Italian museum dedicated to fashion, the Porcelain Museum and the Carriage Museum.

Get lost in the Boboli Gardens….

The historical park of the city of Florence connected with Palazzo Pitti was the ducal garden…

Inside of, l'Amphitheater, the Fountain of the Artichoke, the Fountain of Neptune, the sculpture by Giambologna, cypresses and statues.

Admire the view of Piazzale Michelangelo…

One of the highest and most beautiful terraces overlooking the city where you can admire the whole city from above.

Bardini Garden

Here the most famous pergola in Florence is that of the Wisteria in Bloom which can be visited from the end of April!

Go to the rose garden…

To admire the blooming of roses in spring,and admire an unusual view of Florence through the Valigia del Folon

San nicolò district

The part that has best preserved its medieval walls. Full of shops, unique crafts, Art gallery, award-winning restaurants. The roads that go up from San Nicolò ', lead up to Piazzale Michelangelo offering beautiful views of the city.

Strolling in the Sant'Ambrogio district

The beating heart of the city. Both day and night. By day with its shops and market. In the evening it becomes the meeting point for many Florentines who spend their evenings with friends in the many bars and restaurants in the area. Absolutely recommended on weekends.

Fort Belvedere

Forte di Belvedere or Fortezza di Santa Maria in San Giorgio del Belvedere is a fortress built in 1500, open only during the summer months, it is a little known corner where you can admire another wonderful view over the city.

Sip a cocktail or dine on the Terraces of the city….

Grand hotel minerva

A terrace open to all, for a pre or post dinner, give her 18 all 21 to have a drink on his fifth floor.

B-Roof

A’ another Terrace with aperitif a 15 euro. Every day from 18.30 on..

The terrace of the Grand Hotel Cavour…

A splendid terrace Attached to the Duomo where it seems to be able to touch it. Open to all for a super instagrammable and very cool aperitif in the center of Florence

And now some tips ....

• To find parking during the weekend, you can park on the opposite side of the Arno from the main attractions of the city and from the Uffizi gallery., commonly called by the inhabitants: Oltrarno, in the San Nicolò area. It will also be wonderful to reach the center enjoying the view of the Arno from the opposite side and crossing one of its many bridges.
• Use public transport to go to the center and get off before the station. If not, you risk getting stuck in traffic for half an hour to do 500 meters. I assure you better on foot. Get off at the stop before Porta al Prato and reach the center on foot.

If, on the other hand, you are curious to discover the places to eat, the coolest clubs, Instagrammable and those where you simply eat well!

Write down these names…

Pizza, typical Neapolitan pizza, high quality products.

The vegetarian, the best vegetarian in Florence, delicious dishes. The menu always changes. Crazy cakes, very welcoming place! If I told you that after eating here, you will become a vegetarian?

The vintner abundant cutting boards, excellent wine.

L'Hurmakeria, prices a little higher but excellent quality.

Buca Lapi e Trattoria Mario, to eat an excellent Florentine.

At the Antico Vinaio, yummy sandwiches.

And we also see the coolest places…

TRATTORIA ZA ZA FLORENCE

A fascinating place with a vintage atmosphere, infinite sale, great Tuscan food. The only precaution is to book to avoid the endless queues at the entrance.

BRAC FIRENZE

BRAC bookcase, literary café in the heart of Florence. Between Piazza della Signoria and the Uffizi Gallery, this library hides, a meeting place, of cultural exchange in which it is possible to eat, drink and obviously read a good book.

LA ME'NAGERE FLORENCE

A welcoming bistro, perfect for a coffee, for breakfast and for a light and tasty lunch.
Do not miss the large showcase with the high quality brioches and pastries prepared every day by the pastry chef, good coffee blends and express sandwiches. All in an industrial setting decorated with a thousand flowers and plants ...

FLORET

In Florence a Restaurant - Lounge Bar - Aperitifs - Takeaway - Wine bar - Bar

Located on the terrace of Luisa Via Roma, in Florence, it also offers the possibility of organizing exclusive events.

GUCCI GARDEN

A shop, the Gucci archive and a small restaurant on the ground floor. Fashion and cuisine come together in an elegant bouquet of colors, flavors, smells. in the heart of Florence

 

LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT MY GUIDE TO FLORENCE…. AND IF YOU KNOW OTHER UNUSUAL PLACES…[:in]

FLORENCE: CURIOSITIES, SECRETS AND USEFUL INFORMATION. WHAT TO DO AND WHAT TO SEE IN THE SPLENDID CRADLE OF THE RENAISSANCE

FLORENCE: CURIOSITIES, SECRETS AND USEFUL INFORMATION.

My long journey to Florence ended just a year ago …

In an early September, after a beautiful summer around Italy and Europe when the references to normality, to work began to be felt … when I thought that the distance of two months in the Veneto had already been enough. The work of my partner led us to divide us between Turin and the cradle of the Renaissance, the marvelous Florence.

From then on six months between my work commitments and ran to the first train that on Friday evening would bring me to my half of the heart.

I must say that even if I hated this separation, the idea of ​​leaving every weekend and going to one of the most beautiful cities in Italy with him made me really happy at every departure.

And then the climate … Do we want to talk about that mild climate even in December and January?

It was wonderful every weekend to walk and enjoy the life of a city in constant movement, a modern city, very attached to traditions and its history …

I have discovered the most famous places but also many hidden corners and that no guide lists you .. that I am sure will amaze you and you will be happy to discover….

Florence is a unique city … it is beautiful! City of art, historic city… .crowded city…

Oh yes I’ve never seen a city so rich in tourism, beyond the mythical Venice ..

Getting to the center on weekends is always very difficult. Because of the traffic that is created around the station and in the center. Buses always full and a parking space to pay for it.

But armed with a lot of patience you can do it. And then you learn the tricks by dint of living there … which I will reveal to you at the bottom of the article …

Florence falls in love ..

What to do in Florence …

Climb the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore …

When you arrive in front of the Duomo you can only be enchanted by its beauty….

See Giotto’s bell tower

the Baptistery of San giovanni

the Dome of Brunnelleschi

Cross the old bridge….

One of the most photographed places in Italy. Goldsmith’s shops attract thousands of tourists every year.

Every year the Festival of lights takes place here, the Florence F-light. And the old bridge becomes a show of lights and projections.

Go to Piazza della Signoria and admire Palazzo Vecchio….

Palazzo Vecchio is the best example of ancient civil architecture of the fourteenth century.

Visit the Uffizzi Museum….

The largest art gallery in Italy, a treasure trove of masterpieces from every century.

Plan an entire day for your visit. Between external queue and visit inside.

Admire the Basilica of Santa Croce

Where the tombs of the greatest reside. That of Michelangelo, Gallileo Gallilei, Macchiavelli, Ugo Foscolo, Canova, Alfieri, Rossini.

Santa Maria Novella

Here the arrival point of the city: the Santa Maria Novella station. Nerve center of the city. Starting point for the main attractions of the city.

Next to it is the church of Santa maria novella.

Eating at the Central Market

The central market of florence a perfect meeting point for a pleasant tasting break ..

Take a tour of the San Lorenzo market

Adjacent to the Central Market …

Touch the Piglet Symbol of Florence …

The bronze piglet fountain, located at the loggia of the Mercato Nuovo, is a tribute to a novel by Christian Andersen, and it seems to bring good luck … And so many tourists every year from all over the world traveling to Florence go to this way to touch it….

Walking and shopping in via tornabuoi ..

The most chic street in the city, with its luxury shops …

Visit Palazzo Pitti

Admire the beauty of Palazzo pitti, in its majesty …

Inside there is a museum complex consisting of galleries and museums of different nature: the Palatine Gallery (the art gallery preserves the masterpieces of Raphael, Titian, etc.), the Royal Apartments, the Modern Art Gallery, the Museum of fashion and costume, the largest Italian museum dedicated to fashion, the Porcelain Museum and the Carriage Museum.

Getting lost in the Boboli Gardens….

The historical park of the city of Florence connected with Palazzo Pitti was the ducal garden …

Admire the view on Piazzale Michelangelo …

One of the highest and most beautiful terraces on the city where you can admire the whole city from above.

Bardini garden

Here the most famous pergola in Florence that of the Wisteria in bloom, which can be visited from the end of April!

Go to the rose garden …

To admire the blossoming of roses in spring, and admire an unusual view of Florence through the Folon suitcase

San Nicola district

The part that has best preserved its medieval walls. Full of shops, unique crafts, art galleries, award-winning restaurants. The roads that go up from San Nicolò ‘, lead up to Piazzale Michelangelo giving beautiful views of the city.

Stroll in the Sant’Ambrogio district

The beating heart of the city. Both day and night. By day with its shops and market. In the evening it becomes the meeting point for many Florentines who spend their evenings with friends in the many bars and restaurants in the area.

Fort Belvedere

Forte di Belvedere or Fortezza di Santa Maria in San Giorgio del Belvedere is a fortress built in 1500, open only during the summer months, it is a little known corner where you can admire another wonderful view over the city.

Sip a cocktail or dine on the Terraces of the city ....

Grand hotel minerva

A terrace open to all for a pre or post dinner, give her 18 all 21 to have a drink on his fifth floor.

B-ROOF

Another terrace with aperitif 15 euro. Every day from 18.30

The terrace of the Grand Hotel Cavour…

Attached to the Duomo it seems to be able to touch it. For a super instagrammable and very cool aperitif in the center of Florence

And now some tips ....

• To find parking during the weekend, you can park on the opposite side of the Arno from the main attractions of the city and from the Uffizi gallery., commonly called by the inhabitants: Oltrarno, in the San Nicolò area. It will also be wonderful to reach the center enjoying the view of the Arno from the opposite side and crossing one of its many bridges.
• Use public transport to go to the center and get off before the station. If not, you risk getting stuck in traffic for half an hour to do 500 meters. I assure you better on foot. Get off at the stop before Porta al Prato and reach the center on foot.

If, on the other hand, you are curious to discover the places to eat, the coolest, instagrammable places and those where you can simply eat well!

Write down these names …

Pizza, typical Neapolitan pizza, high quality products.

The vegetarian, the best vegetarian in Florence, delicious dishes. The menu always changes. Crazy cakes!

Central market, for lunch with typical Tuscan products, and stop after a tour of the center of Florence.

The vinaio abundant cutting boards, excellent wine.

L'Hurmakeria, prices a little higher but excellent quality.

Buca Lapi and Trattoria Mario, to eat excellent Florentine.

At Antico Vinaio, delicious sandwiches.

TRATTORIA ZA ZA FLORENCE

A FASCINATING PLACE WITH A VINTAGE ATMOSPHERE, INFINITE SALT, EXCELLENT TUSCAN FOOD. THE ONLY CARE IS TO BOOK TO AVOID THE ENDLESS TAILS TO ENTER!

BRAC FLORENCE

BRAC bookshop, literary café in the heart of Florence. Between Piazza della Signoria and the Uffizi Gallery, this library is hidden, a meeting place, a cultural exchange where you can eat, drink and obviously read a good book.

LA ME’NAGERE FLORENCE

A cozy bistro, perfect for a coffee, for breakfast and for a tasty and light lunch.
Do not miss the large showcase with the brioches and the highest quality pastry prepared every day by the pastry chef, the good coffee blends and the express sandwiches. All in an industrial environment decorated with a thousand flowers and plants …

FLORET

In Florence a Restaurant – Lounge Bar – Aperitifs – Takeaway – Enoteca – Bar

Located on the terrace of Luisa Via Roma, in Florence, it also offers the possibility of organizing exclusive events.

GUCCI GARDEN

A boutique, the Gucci archive and a small restaurant on the ground floor. Fashion and cuisine come together in an elegant bouquet of colors, flavors and smells. in the heart of Florence

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