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Category: Historic Sites - Florence Attractions & Activities
Address: Pisa 56100
The site of this grand leaning tower is mesmerizing. Photos simply don't capture how far the tower actually does lean. The structure was built as the bell tower for the neighboring Duomo and the architecture was carefully planned before the building was constructed. Unfortunately, the architects did not take into...
Category: Historic Sites - Florence Attractions & Activities
Address: Florence, IT
The foundation of this spectacular structure dates as far back as the 11th century. The building exudes an Italian-Romanesque style. The structure itself is magnificent, but the three sets of bronze doors (first created by Andrea Pisano and later completed by Lorenzo Ghiberti) are breathtaking. His descriptive artwork...
Category: Sightseeing - Florence Attractions & Activities
Address: Via Romana, Piazza Pitti, Florence, IT
In 1550, the Medici family purchased the Pitti Palace. With it came a large park area that had not been landscaped up to that point. Niccolò Pericoli worked on the gardens from 1550 until his death in 1558. The Boboli Gardens were made public in 1774. You can enjoy great views of the city from on top of the hills of...
Category: Historic Sites - Florence Attractions & Activities
Address: Florence, IT
This tall tower stands next to the Duomo. The structure's construction was begun by Giotto in 1334. After his death, Andrea Pisano and Francesco Talenti completed the work. The different tiers of marble illustrate various themes, including mankind's creation, the planets, and the seven sacraments. Visitors may climb...
Category: Sightseeing - Florence Attractions & Activities
Address: Piazza del Duomo, Florence
The magnificent Duomo of Florence stands above all other buildings in the city. Construction began in the 12th century and was not completed until the dome was built in the 15th century. Thus, the cathedral has both Roman and Gothic architectural styles. One of the main attractions in the interior is the polychrome...
Category: Museums - Florence Attractions & Activities
Address: Piazzale degli Uffizi 6, Florence, IT
Founded in 1581, this museum provides a wide array of Renaissance art from the 14th to the 18th centuries. Guests must allot themselves a good deal of time to view as much as possible. Among the works on exhibit are Botticelli's "Primavera," Filippo Lippi's "Madonna and Child with Two Angels," and "Battle of San...
Category: Sightseeing - Florence Attractions & Activities
Address: Via Por San Maria and Via Porta Rossa, Florence, IT
Mercato Nuovo means "New Market," despite the fact that this market hasn't been "new" since the 16th century. At that time, you would have found merchandise such as silk, gold, and wool. Moneychangers were also abundant in the market. Today, the market is aimed at tourists, and you can find souvenirs, trinkets,...
Category: Sightseeing - Florence Attractions & Activities
Address: Galleria dell'Accademia, Florence, IT
Michelangelo's "David" depicts one of the greatest heroes recorded in Judeo-Christian history. The artist sculpted David with a master's attention to detail, which gives him a lifelike quality seldom matched and always admired. Indeed, it is David's unique humanness and relaxed pose that remind people of his triumph,...
Category: Museums - Florence Attractions & Activities
Address: Via Romana, Piazza Pitti, Florence, IT
Originally the residence of Luca Pitti (and later the Medici), this extravagant palace contains a broad spectrum of interesting works of art. Diverse displays of modern art are found in 30 rooms on the top floor. Also open for viewing are the Galleria del Palatina (with works of Raphael, Botticelli, and Perugino), the...
Category: Religious Sites - Florence Attractions & Activities
Address: Piazza San Lorenzo, Florence, IT
San Lorenzo was the parish church of the Medici family and many members of this famous family are buried here. The church was originally consecrated by St. Ambrose in 393, making it the oldest church in the city. It was rebuilt in 1423 by Brunelleschi. Michelangelo is responsible for much of the interior design. Some...
