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The Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, symbol of Florence, displays impressive dimensions, with its elements in polychrome marble. Its famous dome, masterpiece of Brunelleschi, dominates the city and remains one of the greatest achievements of the Renaissance.On the Piazza del Duomo, the historic, artistic, and spiritual heart of Florence, the cathedral is accompanied by […]
The Palazzo Vecchio (lit. “Old Palace”), one of the most iconic buildings in Florence, stands on Piazza della Signoria. Once the seat of civic power, it now houses the City Hall as well as a museum where visitors can explore magnificent rooms decorated by great masters such as Agnolo Bronzino, Domenico Ghirlandaio, and Giorgio Vasari. […]
The Ponte Vecchio (lit. “the Old Bridge”) is one of the most famous and picturesque landmarks in Florence.The street running across it is lined with jewelry and goldsmith shops, continuing a Florentine tradition dating back to the Renaissance.Built in 1345, it is traditionally attributed to Taddeo Gaddi, a pupil of Giotto, although Neri di Fioravante […]
Piazza della Signoria is the political and historical heart of Florence. Located just a few steps from the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (Duomo) and the Ponte Vecchio over the Arno, it gathers monuments, sculptures, and palaces that bear witness to the power of the Florentine Republic and the patronage of the Medici. It […]
Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance where architecture, art, and history meet at every corner, has an outstanding religious heritage. Its churches bear witness to the city’s cultural and spiritual richness, housing frescoes, sculptures, stained glass, and the tombs of famous figures. Several buildings offer a unique experience, from the monumentality of the Duomo to […]
Florence, cradle of the Renaissance, is a true capital of art and culture in Italy. Its museums house some of the most famous masterpieces in the world, ranging from medieval frescoes to Michelangelo’s sculptures, as well as paintings by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, and Caravaggio. Visiting Florence means walking through centuries of artistic history condensed […]
La Uffizi Gallery in Florence is one of the most famous museums in the world, housing an exceptional collection of Italian Renaissance masterpieces. Upon entering, you will discover iconic paintings by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and many others, within a remarkable architectural setting designed by Giorgio Vasari. It also offers a privileged viewpoint over […]
The Basilica of Santa Croce, built beginning in 1294, is the largest Franciscan church in the world. In the Gothic style, it houses numerous tombs of notable figures such as Michelangelo, Galileo, Machiavelli, Rossini, Foscolo, and Vittorio Alfieri, as well as a cenotaph in honor of Dante. The church preserves remarkable frescoes by Giotto and […]
Located in the heart of Florence and near the Central Market Square, the San Lorenzo Basilica is one of the city’s most iconic churches and a central site in Medici history. It combines Renaissance architecture with sumptuous interior decoration, including numerous chapels and works of art. It is also famous for the Medici family tombs […]
Santa Maria Novella is the large Dominican church located at the entrance to the historic center of Florence, facing the station of the same name. Its façade, combining Gothic elements with the upper part designed by Leon Battista Alberti, is one of the first successful attempts at Renaissance architecture applied to a church façade. Inside, […]
Palazzo Pitti is one of the largest buildings in Florence and a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. It now houses an extensive museum complex, with prestigious and varied collections, as well as the Boboli Gardens. Overview of the Palace and Museums Built in 1457 for the Pitti family, it is attributed to Filippo Brunelleschi and executed […]
The Gallery of the Academy (Galleria dell’Accademia in Italian) is one of the most visited museums in Florence and an essential stop to admire Michelangelo’s ultimate masterpiece: the David. However, the museum also offers significant opportunities for additional reflection, catering to various interests, such as music, or art and painting techniques. It is the second […]
Located in the Palazzo della Crocetta, the National Archaeological Museum of Florence is one of the most important museums in Italy. It houses a vast collection of Etruscan, Roman, Greek, and Egyptian artifacts, offering visitors a fascinating journey through ancient civilizations. Inaugurated in 1871, the museum features major works such as the Chimera of Arezzo, […]
The Bargello Museum is located in the historic center of Florence, at the heart of the imposing Palazzo del Bargello.Since 1859, it has been the first national museum of unified Italy. It houses an exceptional collection of Renaissance sculptures and major works by artists such as Donatello, Verrocchio, Michelangelo, Giambologna, Andrea and Giovanni della Robbia, […]
