Your Florence break
Packed full of masterpieces, discover its beauty on a city break to Florence.
It was here in Florence, Italy that Donatello, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and countless others left their mark. They crafted the city into an Italian jewel of art and architecture that oozes with style.
With so much to see and do on a city break to Florence, it’s difficult to know where to start; so head into the centre and visit the beautiful cathedral known as the Duomo di Firenze. This historic cathedral, along with the nearby Giotto Belltower, is the centre point of the city and is also one of the best places to visit to find the best views over this incredible city and the Tuscan countryside after climbing the 463 steps to the top!
While on your Florence city break, take the time to visit the numerous museums and art galleries that are on offer including the Galleria Degli Uffizi, Bargello and the Accademia Gallery where you will find some of the finest work from Da Vinci, Donatello and Michelangelo. In total there are over 80 museums in Florence and each offer something different from neo-classical sculptures to modern photography.
A weekend city break to Florence would not be complete without a walk through the Boboli Gardens. Spread throughout 11 acres, they house various sculptures, an amphitheatre and the mesmerizing Grotta di Buontalenti. Past these gardens lies the winding river Arno; and the best place to cross it is the Ponte Vecchio, the oldest and most beautiful bridge in Florence.
Food and drink in Florence
After such a busy day of sightseeing, why not head down to the Piazza della Signoria and try the local cuisine in one of the many cafes, restaurants and ice cream parlours dotted around the square. Right in the heart of Florence, you can enjoy a glass of the famous Chianti wine, some refreshing gelato, or have a mouth-watering pizza in a traditional Italian restaurant. Whatever you are looking for, Florence city breaks really do have it all!
With so much on offer, Florence promises to be an unforgettable destination for a city break.
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Chances are, you will opt to fly into Pisa airport for your break in Florence. If so, why not combine a stay in Florence with a break in Pisa city.
For romanctic break in a traditional Italian city, check out Venice, one of the most beautiful cities in the world.