Hart of italy

 Florence in italy

FLORENCE, the beating heart of Italy. Florence is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Where even the gardens, monuments, buildings, and streets are, in many cases, veritable masterpieces.

The city is noted for its culture, Renaissance art and architecture and monuments. The city also contains numerous museums and art galleries, such as the Uffizi Gallery and the Palazzo Pitti, and still exerts an influence in the fields of art, culture and politics.

Florence is the heart of Tuscany and on every itinerary of those touring around Italy. ... Fortunately, Florence isn't quite as expensive as Rome or Venice, though hotels with central locations can be pricey here as well, especially during summer.

While Milan houses an impressive collection of Italian art, including Leonardo da Vinci's world-famous The Last Supper, Florence is truly the mecca for lovers of Renaissance art and history. Milan has more to offer visitors in way of musical culture, shopping, and nightlife.

Florence is a small city and generally a safe place where street-smart rules apply. Avoid wandering around town alone, late at night, particularly in the Santa Maria Novella area. Stick to main roads; avoid narrow back alleys. ... Think twice before arriving by car in Florence; parking is a nightmare.

I would say that you should spend in Florence at least 3 days, especially if it is the first time you visit the city. In less than 3 days there's a real risk of doing a tour de force, dedicating little time to too many things, without fully appreciating any of them.

If you want to be right in the very heart of Florence, I'd suggest staying anywhere between Piazza San Marco to the north, Piazza Santa Croce to the east, Ponte Vecchio and the Arno to the south and Piazza Santa Maria Novella to the west.

The 8 Best Neighborhoods in Florence for Tourists

1. City Center. ...
2. Santa Croce & Sant'Ambrogio. ...
3. San Frediano & Santo Spirito. ...
4. San Lorenzo & San Marco. ...
5. Santa Maria Novella. ...
6. San Niccolò & Piazzale Michelangelo. ...
7. Boboli & San Miniato al Monte. ...
8. Santissima Annunziata.