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Top 10 Florence Must Do’s

by Rachel on Jan 15th, 2010 | Has 0 comments
  1. The Uffizi. Formerly the head “office” of the Italian state, the Uffizi houses all the Renaissance paintings you can handle, including one of my personal favorites, The Birth of Venus by Botticelli. (I have the print hanging in my bedroom.)
  2. The Bargello. A smaller museum filled with sculptures from the master. My personal favorite is Michelangelo’s Bacchus, the god of wine, of course!
  3. The Academy. I know, I know, art museums aren’t for everyone. But trust me; you have to go to this one. It also houses many sculptures, including Michelangelo’s David. David is simply stunning, something to be in awe of. Take however much time you need to really grasp the workmanship of the Italian Master; yes, there are crowds, but there are benches nearby so you can marvel at the masterpiece while resting your feet. If you are planning a trip to Florence during tourist season, there are going to be very, very long lines, and it’s probably going to be hot. It’s all worth it; just pack some water and grab some gelato.
  4. Shopping – of course! From designer stores to local leather shops, Florence has it all.
  5. Pizzale Michelangelo, or as I like to call it, Michelangelo’s lookout. Cross the Arno and get some exercise by climbing through gardens to a replica of David. I recommend going slightly before sundown to get great magnificent pictures of the city that is home to the Renaissance. The Duomo towers above all the sienna-colored buildings; truly a sight to behold. There is also a nice restaurant, or if you are on a budget, a delicious pizza place to grab a sunset dinner and snap some more photos.
  6. Duomo and the Baptistery. A Florence landmark, the Duomo is known for its distinctive Renaissance dome. Since there is so much history here, a guide might be a good idea.
  7. Piazza Signoria. This busy square is surrounded by great places to eat and shop, along with a fountain, a replica of the statue of David and other Renaissance sculptures.
  8. Ponte Vecchio. Literally “Old Bridge” is the most famous bridge in Florence, and the only one to survive World War II. There are tons of jewelry shops; it is quite the destination in itself.
  9. Pitti Palace. The palace, which was the official residence of the Medici family, houses several museums. My favorites were the costume gallery and the modern art gallery. It also gives a glimpse into what life was like for the first family of Florence.
  10. Bobli Gardens. The gardens are located across the Ponte Vecchio, behind the Pitti Palace. Make sure you have a couple of hours to spare because the grounds are huge and have lots of hidden gems including reflection ponds, sculptures, beautiful trails and clearings for great picnics.

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