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Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
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Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

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• Known as the main church of the Catholic Archdiocese of Florence and the third largest church in the world • Consisting of the main church, bell tower and baptistery, it is not only large in scale, but also a representative building of the entire early Renaissance • The cathedral has a 19th-century Gothic Revival-style facade. Its exterior is paved with marble blocks of different shades of white, green and pink. The colors are colorful and harmonious △ In 1982, the cathedral was listed as a World Cultural Heritage as part of the historical center of Florence. After entering the church, you can climb up to the dome from the small door on the side. You need to climb 463 steps, and then overlook the entire city of Florence. △ The bell tower of the church is a Gothic building, 85 meters high. It consists of a six-story square structure stacked upward into a column. The outer wall is paved with white marble, which is pure and elegant, bringing more momentum to the majestic church.Florence · 680m from downtown
Piazza del Duomo
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Piazza del Duomo

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Piazza del Duomo is the spiritual core of Florence and the soul of the historical center. It has been listed as a World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. Here, you can see the main monuments of the city and feel the concentrated display of history, art and beauty, which is dazzling. The square is home to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with its dome designed by Brunelleschi, its bell tower designed by Giotto, and its baptistery, surrounded by historical buildings and museums of all sizes. All of this together constitutes the unparalleled cultural landscape of Florence.Florence · 641m from downtown
Pitti Palace
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Pitti Palace

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As the royal palace of Florence, the Pitti Palace was once the residence of the Grand Dukes of Tuscany, kings, and emperors, with the aura of rulers permeating every corner. [Massive Museum Complex] : Spanning approximately 32,000 square meters, it stands as one of Florence's largest museum complexes, akin to an indoor city of art. The Palatine Gallery houses masterpieces by artistic giants such as Raphael, Titian, and Rubens, with Raphael's "Madonna of the Chair" and "female with a Veil" being the crown jewels of the collection.Florence · 673m from downtown
Palazzo Vecchio
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Palazzo Vecchio

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Palazzo Vecchio, also known as Palazzo Vecchio, is located in the Plaza Mayor and was the town hall of the Florentine Republic in the past. The entrance to the building is decorated with the city coat of arms and a replica of Michelangelo's famous sculpture "David". The 16th-century Salon dei Cinquecento (Salonedei Cinquecento) on the second floor of the building used to be the meeting room of the Florentine Republic. It was decorated with Bazzari paintings. The 13th-century Salon dei Duecento (SalonedeiDuecento) on the third floor was decorated with exquisite domes and woven maps of Florence at that time. The tapestries (made in the 16th century) are of artistic value. △ Visit the lavish palace of the Medici family △ Climb to the top of the tower for a panoramic view of the whole of Florence.Florence · 682m from downtown
Piazza della Signoria
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Piazza della Signoria

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The Plaza Mayor has the reputation of an open-air sculpture museum, surrounded by the Uffizi Gallery, mercenary pavilions and numerous cafes and bars. The well-known Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is located just north of it, about 200 meters away, and can be reached on foot from the alley. After visiting the square, turn a corner to the nearby Uffizi Gallery. The name of the Plaza Mayor is closely related to the current town hall, the old palace of the Medici family. The Old Palace is still in use and is located in a conspicuous position in the square, still overlooking the entire square. After several renovations, its architectural style has obvious period features. The exterior features medieval architecture, and after becoming the official residence of the Grand Duke Cosimo I of the Medici family in the 16th century, the interior features Renaissance architecture. The entrance to the Palazzo Vecchio is decorated with the city coat of arms, and there are numerous sculptures in the hall on the first floor, including Michelangelo's Triumph. Inside is a museum and a council hall for five hundred people. The council hall is not allowed to visit, but the tower can be climbed to the top. The tower is 94 meters high, like a crown of the Palazzo Vecchio, from which you can overlook the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. There is a row of sculptures at the entrance of the Palazzo Vecchio. The most famous one is Michelangelo's "David", but the original work has been moved to the Florence Academy Gallery in 1873. To the left of the Palazzo Vecchio is the beautiful Langche loggia in late Gothic style. It houses a group of important sculptures, among which is a Perseus by Benoto Cellini. "Perseus" is a bronze sculpture depicting a fit young man holding a bloody Medusa's head aloft in his left hand, a knife in his right, and his left leg bent. The enemy's body is at his feet. The high base of the sculpture and the intricate pattern engraving show the author's skill. On the right side of the Old Palace is the "Poseidon Fountain". On the two-wheeled chariot in the middle of the pool stands a huge white statue of Poseidon, the god of the sea. There are also colorful bronze statues around the pool. To the north of the pond stands the equestrian statue of Cosimo I of the Medici family, created by Chapter Bologna, which bears witness to more Florentine history than anything else here. The square is surrounded by simple historical buildings. Passing through the Town Hall Square in the evening, you can hear the performers playing the violin. The sound of the piano wafts and is intoxicating. When there are many tourists in summer, there will be entertainers dancing in the square.Florence · 631m from downtown
David
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David

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David is a masterpiece of Renaissance Michelangelo, carved between 1501 and 1504. The statue is a standing male nude carved in white marble, 5.17 meters high and weighs about 6 tons. Used to represent the Jewish hero King David in the Bible, it attracts about 1.2 million people every year to visit. In the beginning, the statue was placed in the square in front of the Palazzo Vecchio. In 1873, to protect the statue, the statue of David was transferred to the gallery of the Academy Art Gallery. Later, the Florence government also successively exhibited two replicas, which were placed in the center of Piazzale Michelangelo and in front of the gate of the City Hall.Florence · 1.1 km from downtown
Boboli Gardens
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Boboli Gardens

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Boboli Gardens is a magnificent 16th-century Italian-style garden located behind the Pitti Palace. Built by the Medici family, it represents a quintessential Italian garden and stands as a masterpiece of Baroque landscape design. This expansive garden resembles an open-air museum more than just a green space. It features meticulously arranged layouts with numerous ancient and Renaissance statues, exquisite fountains (like the Neptune Fountain and Ocean Fountain), and mysterious artificial grottoes (including the famous Buontalenti Grotto).Florence · 949m from downtown
Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence
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Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence

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The Church of the Holy Cross is located in the Holy Cross Square. It is the largest St. Francis Church in the world. Its exquisite architectural structure provides the architectural blueprint for the later European Catholic churches. The Basilica of Santa Croce is also known as "the Pantheon of Italy", where 276 great Italians such as Galileo, Michelangelo, Machievilla and Marconi are buried. The church is also decorated with exquisite masterpieces by many art masters, which can be called the condensed essence of Renaissance architecture and art. The French writer Stendhal once wrote: "Slowly, the Church of the Holy Cross gradually appeared in front of me. My My heart began to feel uneasy... My whole body seemed to lose strength, and every step I took seemed to be about to fall." This is where "Stendhal Syndrome" comes from. Santa Croce was built in 1924 and designed by Florentine architect Arnolfo DiCambio. The Gothic facade seen now was built on the occasion of the centenary of Dante's birth in the 19th century. On the side stands a statue of Dante. Colorful marbles of different shapes adorn the grand façade, and the top of the main entrance has a large satellite pattern designed by Jewish architect Matas.Florence · 1.2 km from downtown
Medici Chapel
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Medici Chapel

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The Church of San Lorenzo was once the exclusive parish church of the Medici family. The Medici family chapel in the church became the burial ground for members of the Medici family. The interior is divided into three areas: the tomb, the octagonal chapel of the monarchs and the new sacristy. The tomb of the Medici family is located in a chapel in the church of San Lorenzo, and construction has been intermittent for 15 years.Florence · 625m from downtown
Brunelleschi's dome
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Brunelleschi's dome

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After entering the church, you can climb up to the dome from the small door next to it. You need to climb 463 steps. It is a laborious process. The aisle is very narrow and requires many turns; but when you climb to the top, it will suddenly become clear and you can overlook the entire Florence. city. Golden roofs, grey or white walls and narrow streets, as well as church bells chirping one after another. The roof of the church is not big, but the wind on it is not small, please pay attention to safety. It is worth mentioning that the inside of the big dome is the huge ceiling painting "Doomsday" painted by the 16th-century Florentine painter Giorgio Vasari, which can be enjoyed. In addition, there are frescoes "Giovanni Aguto Monument" on the walls of the church hall and "Dante and the Divine Comedy" painted to commemorate the 200th birthday of Dante, and reliefs are everywhere.Florence · 740m from downtown

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Uffizi Gallery: Reserved Entry + Digital Audio Guide
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Florence Cathedral, Baptistery & Museum: Entry Ticket + Audioguide
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Florence: Firenze Card Official Museum City Pass
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Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano Day Trip with optional Lunch & Wine Pairing
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Day Tour From Florence To Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni & Chianti Wine Region With Wine Tasting
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8-Day Italy Tour Package: Rome, Florence and Venice
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Chianti Delights: A Tale Of Two Wineries With A Vineyard Dinner
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Skip the line: Florence Duomo Cathedral small group guided tour
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Accademia Gallery: Express Entry + Walking Tour to Ponte Vecchio
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Best of Florence walking tour including skip the line visit to the Duomo Cathedral
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Florence: Capture the city skyline at Piazzale Michelangelo
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1-day tour to Cinque Terre National Park and Pisa | Dual World Heritage Journey
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Full Day Excursion to Cinque Terre National Park with Optional Street Food Lunch
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From Florence: 1-day tour to Cinque Terre and Pisa
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Fiesole: Guided E-bike Tour from Florence + Olive Oil Tasting
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Featured Food & drink in Florence

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Florence Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine
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Tuscany Experience: Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Wine Tasting
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Florence: Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine
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Florence Cooking Class: Lasagna, Tiramisu & Market or Pasta Class
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Montefioralle Winery - Tour and Wine Tasting in Chianti
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Florence Pasta and Tiramisu Class with Wine
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From Florence: 1-day tour to Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano (with lunch)
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What travelers say about Florence

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Anonymous user22 September 2026
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The queue was quite long, and you need to make sure you're in the correct line before you start queuing… Queues at tourist attractions in Europe often consist of several separate lines with unclear signage. I didn't choose to climb the bell tower or the dome, but the museum included in the ticket is worth a good look; personally, I felt the environment was quite nice.

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

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Blessed by God28 September 2022
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such a lovely place, the duomo or cathedral is very big that I cannot take a picture of the whole cathedral. Even if I have seen it several times I always love to visit and see it again and again.

Piazza del Duomo

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蓝篮~4 April 2026
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It's worth a visit. Although I don't know much about Florence, I just wanted to check it off my list and get a feel for it. I recommend splitting your time between visiting the Pitt Palace and the Uffizi Gallery. You can go to the Pitt Palace around 8 am and spend most of the day exploring it at your own pace. Because of time constraints, we didn't get to see much of the Boboli Gardens. Our accommodation near the train station was quite convenient. This was my second time in Florence, and I'd probably come back for a third time if I had the chance.

Pitti Palace

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M56***6411 May 2026
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The towers of the Old Palace are well worth climbing; they offer panoramic views of the city and the Florence Cathedral (Santa Maria del Fiore). However, climbing the cathedral itself would obscure the view of the Old Palace itself. The interior of the Old Palace is also magnificent, with many rooms open to the public. However, the rooms are mostly furnished with frescoes and few other pieces of furniture or decoration.

Palazzo Vecchio

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Lavender and Sun8 October 2021
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The cultural center of Europe, the birthplace of the European Renaissance, the birthplace of opera, and a world-famous cultural tourist destination. Built in 1345, the Ponte Vecchio is the oldest bridge in Florence. The Ponte Vecchio was formerly the corridor from the Uffizi Palace to the Pitti Palace across the river.

Piazza della Signoria

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Tablet66625 April 2025
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Der Moment, in dem ich die David-Bilder von Michelangelo sah, war wirklich erschüttert. Die Bilder waren groß, aber sehr bakteriös, die Muskeln und Gestalten waren sehr legendär und waren sowohl stark als auch still. Vor dem Bild kann man die Spannung, die sich ausbreitet, klar fühlen, als ob er sich in der nächsten Sekunde bewegt. In jedem Blickwinkel zeigt man ein erstaunliches Gefühl der Schönheit und der Fähigkeiten, die man nicht lange aufhalten kann. Nachdem sie selbst gesehen wurde, wurde wirklich klar, warum sie als Spitzenleistung in der Geschichte der menschlichen Skulpturen bezeichnet wurde.

David

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小鱼儿201524 February 2020
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The private villa of the Boboli family, a legendary Italian family, covers a huge area and is also a very nice garden landscape in the old town. Many people are maintaining it here and you can visit it from the outside.

Boboli Gardens

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fooler080917 October 2020
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Santa Croce is also a typical church in Florence, with white as the base color and green facade as the painted color pattern. The square of this church should be the largest among all churches in the city, so it is very formal.

Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence

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妮妮吖头30 December 2019
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Medici Chapel The private chapel of the Medici family, a prominent family in Florence. The chapel is quite luxurious. The most anticipated are Michelangelo's four semi-recumbent sculptures "Morning", "Evening", "Day" and "Night" which are displayed here. Enter the chapel and you will find out why there would be no Renaissance in Florence, Italy without the Medici family.

Medici Chapel

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sculptor6 November 2022
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The dome of Florence Cathedral was designed and built between 1420 and 1436 by Filippo Brunelleschi, an iconic building during the beginning of the European Renaissance, and the Italian architect was recognized as the first modern engineer.

Brunelleschi's dome

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What are the must-do things in Florence?

Don't miss these attractions in Florence: Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazza del Duomo, and Pitti Palace. If you like Cultural experiences, try Uffizi Gallery: Reserved Entry + Digital Audio Guide. If you enjoy Day tours, try Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano Day Trip with optional Lunch & Wine Pairing.

You can give Florence Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine and Pasta Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine in Florence a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano Day Trip with optional Lunch & Wine Pairing, Day Tour From Florence To Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni & Chianti Wine Region With Wine Tasting, and 8-Day Italy Tour Package: Rome, Florence and Venice. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 25 September 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Florence is around EUR 28 – EUR 1,385. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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