Florence has an attractive historic centre, with some interesting architecture, including fine Renaissance palaces and the famous shop-covered bridge, the Ponte Vecchio. But Florence's most popular, most famous and most unique tourist attractions are those on display in the town's museums and churches. From Michelangelo's iconic and kitsch-ified David to the delicate paintings of Botticelli, Florence is home to some of the world's finest art. more....

Morning, Afternoon or Full Day Florence City Sightseeing Tour
The perfect introduction to Florence! Choose from a Morning or Afternoon Tour - or combine both for a full day tour. See the major sites including Florence's famous galleries - Accademia Gallery and Uffizi Gallery, and you have the option to include an Italian style light lunch.

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La Piazza di Santa Croce

Settle down on a bench and read a book, or watch passers-by or look at the play of light on the façade of Santa Croce. Go back on the wings of time to the 13th century and find yourself standing in the square listening to the thundering sermons of a brown-robed Franciscan monk. Watch the flag on the pulpit flying indicating the direction of the wind as a primitive sound gauge used in medieval times for their sermons to reach the furthest parts of the city.
Imagine the medieval houses crammed together with the only free space available which was in front of the church. The Franciscan friars of the Begging Order who went round preaching persuaded the poor to people the square. Soon the tanners brought in their workshops and the air smelled terrible but the people bustled around.
Let your mind travel to the medieval ambience when the monks encouraged the people to entertain themselves with feasts, tournaments and games on the Square which would strengthen the ties between the church and the lay man. Now you know why there are no monuments built on the Square. Only a center-line has been drawn to transform the Square into a football ground, a game which is still a favorite today.

Ritz Hotel Florence
Ritz Hotel Florence is on a very pleasant location along the River, in one of the most exclusive areas of Florence. The beautiful Church of S. Croce, the Bargello Museum, the Uffizi and Ponte Vecchio are just a short walk away. The hotel offers several facilities including a breakfast room, present on the ground floor, which serves a delicious buffet morning feast. The bar is open 24 hours a day.

The hotel has 30 rooms and some Family Suites, all with private bathroom, air conditioning and a host of modern conveniences. Each room has its own safe deposit. Almost all the rooms have dramatic views of the river or the domed, red-roofed skyline of Florence.

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Private Shopping Tour to the Gucci, Prada, Fendi and D and G Outlets
Gucci and Prada at 30% to 50% off the retail price! If you love a bargain, head to The Mall which has become a shopper's paradise with designer outlets such as Burberry, Armani and Gucci. As if that's not enough, treat yourself to the Fendi and Dolce and Gabbana collections as well.

Florence Airport Private Arrival Transfer
Save time and money and book your transfer services before you go! This service will take you from Florence Airport to Florence City Center - without the hassle of picking up a rental car, negotiating unfamiliar traffic and maps. Take the easy way - book this efficient service online now and save time at your destination!

Florence is an open-air exhibition of art and culture. It is famous worldwide, the heart of the Renaissance period and the home of the fine arts and literature. Florence has powerful symbols of Italian and European culture in every nook and cranny, to the extent that it is hard to identify this city with just one symbol. It may be the sculpture of David by Michelangelo, or perhaps the romantic Ponte Vecchio, or Giotto’s bell tower, but Florence could also be represented by famous people such as Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo or Dante Alighieri, to name but a few.

Dining in Florence

Il Micio

An elegant but not pretentious restaurant where you can eat in the old Tuscan way (historical courses) or experiment new courses of creative and international kitchen.

Osteria del Cinghiale Bianco

The restaurant is nestled on the ground floor of a thirteenth century tower on Borgo San Jacopo, one of the most historical streets of the Florence oltrarno section, among art galleries, antique shops.

Acqua Al2

A nice restaurant in the middle of Florence, nearby the main Church of Florence. It's frequented by many famous Italian actors and singers.

Caffe Italiano

Good flavours of the past music that recalls images of long time ago the atmosphere full of suggestions: all these things envelop everybody who let him catch from the ancient glamour of Caffè Italiano.

Da TITO - Restaurant Pizzeria Creperia

Both I Peccati di Gola and Il Sesto Girone are open for lunch and dinner and stay open till late at night and both offer take away service.

Targa

Passion and enthusiasm, culture and a little "savoir faire" are the main ingredients of Caffè Concerto's formula. Caffè Concerto? Yes, because now we are TARGA Bistrot, but we are still the same crew.

BIBO

In the heart of Florence, near Ponte Vecchio and Palazzo Pitti, you can find Restaurant BIBO, that wait for offer you Florence's typical dishes.

Tuscan Cooking Course and Dinner in Florence
If you have always wanted to learn how to cook Italian food, then this may be the tour for you. A skilled chef will demonstrate how to prepare a Tuscan menu, followed by the enjoyable task of eating it, served with the most suitable wines.
The course is followed by dinner, where prepared dishes will be served accompanied by matching wines.
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Trattoria Dell'Orto

Located in the heart of the "real Florence", welcomes you to an unique place: five personalized rooms for gatherings and business meetings where you can experience the tuscan gastronomic tradition

Trattoria Mamma Gina - The typical Tuscany restaurant.

Giannino in San Lorenzo

The restaurant is placed in an old open gallery of the 16th century, where there was a small market. It was born after the 1920 and at the time was called 'Old Tavern'

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