Florence
“In Paris you learn wit, in London you learn to crush your social rivals, and in Florence you learn poise.” So the saying goes. Situated on the banks of the Arno river and set among low hills covered with olive groves and vineyards, Florence captivates all who visit. Cradle of the Renaissance, it was home to Dante, Machiavelli, Michelangelo and the Medici. The city has an almost overwhelming wealth of art, culture and history.
Spend a morning admiring the treasures in the Uffizi art gallery. Feast your eyes on Botticelli’s Primavera, Giotto’s Virgin and Child, and Michelangelo’s Holy Family. Wander down to the Ponte Vecchio where the best of the city’s jewelers trade. The bridge, the only one to survive the bombs of the retreating Nazis, offers fabulous views of the city and up to nearby Fiesole. Sip a cappuccino in the elegant Piazza della Signoria, the hub of the city’s political life through the centuries. Admire the huge Fountain of Neptune beside the Palazzo Vecchio and wander through the daily market beside the city’s impressive cathedral. Visit the Galleria dell’Accademia and see Michelangelo’s David, carved from Carrara’s famous marble and now one of Florence’s main attractions.
Our concierge service organizes guided tours of the city, starting from €45 and a reservation service for museums – essential to avoid long queues. Pre-booking is necessary for this service.