Visitors to Florence will find themselves enthralled by its beauty, its architecture, the friendliness of its people and its culture.  

Walk across the Ponte Vecchio, which was built in 1345. It is considered to be the most famous bridge in Florence.  Spanning the narrowest segment of the river, the bridge is steeped in a rich and varied history, and offers some interesting insights into Florentine culture. The Ponte Vecchio is famous for its overhanging shops. Butchers once populated the shops themselves until Cosimo I—who lived near the Ponte Vecchio and crossed it daily—had them all evicted and replaced with silversmiths and jewel vendors. Florence is famous for its glass blown necklaces and jewellery; the variety of colours and designs is quite impressive. 

For museum aficionados, a trip to the Galleria dei Uffizi is a must. The Uffizi is one of the most trafficked museums in the world, seeing almost 1.5 million visitors a year, and for good reason—this incomparable gallery is home to works by some of the most influential painters of all time. Displaying the masterpieces of Sandro Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Perugino, Michelangelo, Titian, Caravaggio and many more, the Uffizi is an important collection and a must-see for anyone visiting Florence. 

Next, head to the Galleria dell’ Accademia, which is world-renowned for housing Michelangelo’s famous sculpture, David.  Many other Renaissance artists also fill the Accademia with their famous works of art. A good portion of the museum is still dedicated Michelangelo and his most famous sculpture, however, and visitors can spend an entire day admiring the work of a master in his prime. 

Piazzale Micheangelo is which is well known for its panoramic views of Florence and the Arno valley, this terrace is a popular spot with locals and tourists. Created as part of major restructuring of the city walls, Giuseppe Poggi’s sumptuous terrace is typical of 19th century Italy.  

Next, a visit to The San Miniato al Monte is a great way to cap off the day. This church sits high above the city on a hill that surveys the rooftops and bridges of Florence. Decorated in green and white, the façade of the church is a simple and elegant example of Romanesque architecture from the early 11th century. This quaint church is quite beautiful to behold, and well worth the trek up the hill.

Whether you are admiring the Boboli Gardens, listening to live music on the streets or visiting the Basilica de San Lorenzo, Florence is a fantastic, lively city which will have you coming back for more.