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Landmarks in Florence

Fiesole

Culture / Landmark

Party Earth Review Overlooking the skyline of Florence is Fiesole, a small hill town that offers some of the most breathtaking views of the city at sunset. A quick bus trip lets passengers out at Piazza Garibaldi, from where they need only follow the signs up Via San Francesco. Although the ten-minute walk is a bit steep, trekkers are rewarded ... more

Piazza Garibaldi
Florence

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Basilica of Santa Maria del Santo Spirito

Landmark

Reviewed by Kendyll B.

"My Take: Based on commonly preconceived notions regarding its unpretentious outside appearance, you may be surprised to find just how much more th ..." more

Via di Santo Spirito, 29
50125 Florence

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Piazzale Michelangelo

Landmark / Nightlife Area

Party Earth Review Perched atop a hill on the south side of the Arno, Piazzale Michelangelo offers a breathtakingly expansive view of Florence, making it a popular spot for residents and tourists alike. The front of the Piazzale looks out over the Palazzo Vecchio, Duomo, and beyond to the hills of Fiesole. Though the place is usually over ... more

Piazzale Michelangelo
50122 Florence

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Via dei Calzaiuoli

Shopping Area / Landmark

Reviewed by Shelby G.

"My Take: Florence has the reputation for being a European shopping hub and Via dei Cazaiuoli is the reason. Lined with a wide range of stores, cafes, ..." more

Via dei Calzaiuoli
50122 Florence

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Piazza della Repubblica

Landmark / Outdoor Activity

Reviewed by Kayla D.

"While leaving in Firenze, I decided to spend three days at varying times, in Piazza della Repubblica. This is what I discovered. Day 1-While the Piaz ..." more

50123 Florence, Italy

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Piazza Santa Croce

Landmark / Nightlife Area

Party Earth Review A massive stone piazza that stretches from the steps of the Basilica Santa Croce to the street, Piazza Santa Croce is a refreshing open area featuring beautiful frescoes, an impressive statue of Dante Alighieri, and plenty of renaissance Florentine architecture, all of which can be admired from the scattered stone benches ... more

Piazza Santa Croce
50122 Florence

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Piazza della Signoria

Piazza / Square / Landmark

Reviewed by Stefano V.

"If you're here, it means you are able to travel back in time and you can see the majesty of one of the Italian Renaissance center. After admiring the ..." more

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Piazza Santo Spirito

Landmark / Outdoor Activity

Party Earth Review A charming square with lots of personality – and refreshingly removed from the main tourist areas – Piazza Santo Spirito is a popular hangout for Italians of all ages. What differentiates this square from others in the city is the more bohemian crowd it attracts and that generally gathers on the steps of the basilica to ... more

Piazza Santo Spirito
50125 Florence

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Ponte Vecchio

Landmark / Outdoor Activity

Party Earth Review One of Florence’s most famous landmarks, Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) is a structural masterpiece that has been home to merchants and traders since at least 1345 – though the medieval butcher shops have since been replaced by jewelers, art dealers, and souvenir sellers. While hordes of tourists pack Ponte Vecchio during the ... more

Ponte Vecchio
50123 Florence

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Boboli Gardens

Landmark / Outdoor Activity

Party Earth Review One of the most famous gardens in the world, Boboli sits on a picturesque hill overlooking the south of Florence and is an incredible place to spend an afternoon. A short uphill trek at the entrance leads to some breathtaking views of the city, while further along visitors will find lush grassy areas and private nooks ... more

Piazza de' Pitti, 1
50125 Florence

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Piazza Beccaria

Piazza / Square / Landmark

Reviewed by Emilia G.

"My Take: Piazza Beccaria, one of the less touristy piazzas in Florence, is a fairly large piazza just outside of the historical center of the city. Th ..." more

Piazza Beccaria
50100 Florence

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Cappelle Medicee (Medici Chapels)

Landmark

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Reviewed by Kendyll B.

"My Take: The Medici Chapels are a pair of large structures which, combined, make up the Basilica of San Lorenzo. While the entirety of this enormous ..." more

Piazza di Madonna degli Aldobrandini 6
50123 Florence

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There are plenty of impressive and beautiful landmarks in Florence, a city filled with extraordinary Renaissance architecture. From feats of architecture to sprawling gardens and plazas, there is plenty to enjoy in this culturally rich city.

Of the myriad historical landmarks in Florence, Ponte Vecchio is one of the most famous. The Old Bridge is a structural masterpiece that has been home to merchants and traders since the mid-14th century. The popular destination is filled with tourists during the day and mellows out for the laid-back young crowd during the evening.

For those looking for a more laid-back Florence experience, there are many open plazas and parks to explore. The Piazza Santa Croce is a hotspot day and night, located just below the Basilica Santa Croce and offering frescoes, a statue of Dante Alighieri, and an energetic nightlife. For a step away from the throngs of tourists, visit Piazza Santo Spirito, a popular bohemian hangout filled with cafés, gelato, and a park for strolling.

For those who enjoy sprawling views and awesome vistas, the Piazzale Michelangelo is not to be missed. The expansive views draw locals and tourists alike and make the spot a popular nighttime hangout. The Boboli Gardens also offer views of Florence’s southern side, along with walking trails, sculpted fountains, and statues.

Whether enjoying an espresso in one of Florence’s famous plazas, or wandering through parks up in the hills, Florence offers plenty of landmarks to suit avid tourists and laid-back visitors alike.