As iconic as it is large, the Duomo could arguably be considered the symbol of Florence. Located in the heart of the city’s center, you can always find your way from there if you ever get lost in the streets of Florence. The original name of the Duomo is the Basilica di Santa Maria del … Symbols of Florence: The Duomo
In Florence, the number of churches to see can be more than a little overwhelming. So when you’re visiting for a shorter period of time, how do you prioritize? You turn to someone who’s done the leg work for you and can point you in the right direction. So here I go. I’ve chosen three churches … The Obvious, the Must See, and the Hidden Gem: Churches of Florence
Being a member of Medici family in Florence may not have meant you would inherit great genes (look up Lorenzo the Magnificent if you think I am exaggerating), but it did mean you had wealth and privilege like no other. For one day, I experienced the Medici privilege. First, a little background on just how … Vasari’s View of a Medici’s Life
When planning a visit to Florence, you’re probably wondering what the most important things to do are during the short amount of time you have. The city is full of impressive monuments and museums, both in the center and the Oltrarno, and it’s almost impossible to see them all. The following is a quick list … The Best in Florence
I enjoy this walk because the river is very beautiful and it is much more peaceful than the hustle and bustle within the city center. My favorite part of walking along the river is that I get to enjoy the Ponte Vecchio from all different angles. Sometimes I walk across it, and sometimes I just … My Typical Student Day in Florence
Santo Spirito is one of Florence’s best kept secrets. If you head over to Santo Spirito during the day you’ll find it is void of tourists and always bustling with lots of locals. You can find the local italians getting their bread and pastries at the local corner bakery or picking up their vegetables at … What to see in Florence: Santo Spirito by Day!
When in Florence, many will spend the majority of their time soaking up the beauty and bustle of the city center. Why wouldn’t you? There is enough Florentine history to keep you preoccupied for months. However, after you’ve taken a Walk and Talk tour around the city, you think you’ve captured the essence of historical … Adventures in the “Oltrarno” in Florence
DID YOU KNOW that… *Michelangelo’s masterpiece David originally stood in Piazza della Signoria in front of Palazzo Vecchio where one of the city’s many ‘fake Davids’ now stands. *David’s stern gaze was said to originally face Rome as a warning glance should anyone challenge the independent city-state that was the Florentine Republic. *In 1991, a … Did you Know?..The David of Michelangelo
Believe it or not, after living here for nearly a year, I’ve only now just headed to the Uffizi Gallery, witnessing some of the finest art known around the world. This of course includes the infamous Birth of Venus by Botticelli as well as Michelangelo’s The Holy Family, the only painting of his that is … Uffizi Gallery & Vasari Corridor: More Than Just A Tour
Every day is a perfect day to take in a dose of culture and learn something new in Florence. With over 70 museums scattered throughout the city, taking it all in seems like an impossibility. There’s the Accademia, The Palatina Gallery, The National Museum of Bargello…and the list goes on. But what about the hidden … The Best Kept Secret in Florence…Tour of Vasari Corridor
