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Florence has shaped the history of art in Italy. This city was the birthplace for many artists. Creativity is a major part of Florentine culture and it can be seen everywhere from its historical buildings to its very streets.
The most famous landmark of Florence is the famous Ponte Vecchio, which is a bridge across the Arno River. It is very old, and it has a great deal of history. The city's art also reflects its literary background. Many famous writers have lived in Florence including Dante Alighieri, Petrarch, and Boccaccio. The famed writer Leonardo Da Vinci was born in nearby Vinci near Florence. However, the most well-known painter from Florence is Michelangelo Buonarroti, who was born in the city and is buried in the Basilica di San Lorenzo. Much of Florence has been revitalized since being declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. Many parts of the city now have face-lifts and new parks as well as a number of new galleries, restaurants, and museums.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Central meeting point in Florence: Entrance of the Apple Shop in Piazza Della Reppublica (or your hotel if centrally located)
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
It is a symbol of the city and one of the most famous bridges in the world. You will visit it with your official tour guide. Ponte Vecchio is a marble and stone pedestrian bridge in Florence. It crosses the Arno River, connecting the Oltrarno section of the city to that of Santa Croce. The stone bridge was built in the 14th century, and served as a public walkway until the 18th century. It served as a military bridge during World War II. It was rebuilt in 1972-75 using material from the 16th-century balustrade, retaining much of its medieval appearance. The modern design of the new structure is by Pierluigi Spazzapan.
Admission ticket free -
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The Palace is located in the Piazza della Signoria and is where the city council offices are. It is the town's oldest public building and consists of two adjacent buildings with a total length of 110 meters. The original construction began in 1298 with the laying of the first stone by Boniface VIII. The exterior of this four-story, Gothic building is clad in travertine, while the interior hosts notable frescoes, including works by Andrea del Castagno and Domenico Ghirlandaio.The Palace is a property of the Republic of Florence and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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It is the most important and central square in Florence. It is at the intersection of six of Florence's busiest streets: via dei Calzaioli, via de' Nerli, via del Proconsolo, via della Vigna Vecchia, via Santa Reparata, and the Via Calimala. The square was created in 1299 by Inno delle Dame to commemorate Florence's patron saint, Santa Reparata. Initially the piazza was called "Piazza del Duomo", or "of the Cathedral", which is still its official name.
Admission ticket free -
Piazza della Signoria (Pass by)
It is the headquarters of the civil power and the main square of Florence, and one of the most famous in the world. It was designed as a large space for public ceremonies and celebrations, and contains one of the most iconic sculptures in history: Michelangelo's David.
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The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, better known as the Duomo di Firenze, is a medieval church in Florence. It was begun in 1296 and is still unfinished. The cathedral's construction was funded by the people of Florence. The Duomo is the largest and most important church in Florence, and one of the largest in Europe. It remains unfinished. The dome is the third largest in diameter of all domes in the world, after Saint Peter's Basilica and Hagia Sophia.
Admission ticket free
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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