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Florence Attractions
Your guide to the top places to visit in Florence, Italy, from art to architecture.
Things to do in Florence – top Florence must-see attractions
Florence is the birthplace of the Renaissance, and its landmarks are living proof of that unmatched legacy. The city spans everything from Gothic cathedrals to elegant Renaissance palaces and centuries-old bridges. Climb Brunelleschi's iconic dome at Florence Cathedral, come face-to-face with Michelangelo's David at the Accademia Gallery, or soak in panoramic city views from Piazzale Michelangelo. Ready to explore? Here's your go-to guide for the best places to visit in Florence, Italy.
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Florence Cathedral
Why visit?
- Brunelleschi's iconic dome
- Giotto's Campanile
- 14th-century Gothic façade
Uffizi Gallery
Why visit?
- Botticelli's Birth of Venus
- Renaissance masterwork collection
- Vasari Corridor access
Accademia Gallery
Why visit?
- Michelangelo's David statue
- Unfinished Prisoners series
- Original plaster cast collection
Ponte Vecchio
Why visit?
- Medieval jewelry boutiques
- Arno River panorama
- Oldest bridge in Florence
Piazzale Michelangelo
Why visit?
- 360° Florence skyline views
- Bronze David replica
- Sunset photography spot
Piazza della Signoria
Why visit?
- Open-air sculpture gallery
- Palazzo Vecchio façade
- Replica of David statue
Palazzo Vecchio
Why visit?
- Hall of the Five Hundred
- Medieval fortified tower
- Frescoed Renaissance interiors
Palazzo Pitti
Why visit?
- Palatine Gallery artworks
- Royal Apartments décor
- Boboli Gardens entrance
Boboli Gardens
Why visit?
- Classical Renaissance layout
- Outdoor sculpture collection
- Views over Florence rooftops
Piazza del Duomo
Why visit?
- Baptistery of St. John
- Giotto's Bell Tower
- Museum of the Opera del Duomo