Author: Anthony
Le Domus Romane di Palazzo Valentini
Le Domus Romane di Palazzo Valentini Palazzo Valentini It's rather complicated to find Le Domus Romane di Palazzo Valentini. However if you go left from where Del Corso meets Piazza Venezia and look for a yellow story building with a door that looks to be a solid brick fortress with a coat of...
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Santa Maria in Trastevere Rome
Santa Maria in Trastevere Rome Santa Maria in Trastevere is said to be one of the oldest (if not the oldest) church in Rome. It is believed it is one of the first where Christian masses were held. This small beautiful church is located in Trastavere, a small neighborhood on the west bank of t...
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Barberini Palace Rome
Barberini Palace Rome National Gallery of Ancient Art in Barberini Palace If you love art and architecture but hate crowds, then this is the place for you. Barberini Palace is not a big tourist attraction. I do not understand the reason for it, however I feel it is worth the visit to see the i...
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Hotel Davanzati Florence Italy
Hotel Davanzati Hotel Davanzati is a family-run business located just a short walk away from Uffizi Gallery. It is close to all major attractions in Florence and only 200 meters from Santa Maria Novella railway station. It is in the heart of the shopping district that includes numerous bars and r...
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Hotel Alessandra Florence Italy
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Hotel Brunelleschi Florence Italy
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Church of San Luigi dei Francesi Rome
Church of San Luigi dei Francesi Rome Church of San Luigi dei Francesi is located real close to the Pantheon and Piazza Navonne. The architect was Giacomo della Porta and Domenico Fontana built it between 1518 through 1589. Antoine Dérizet restored the interior between 1749 through 1756. ...
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Trajans Column Rome
Trajans Column Rome Trajans Column - Via del Foro di Traiano, Rome, Italy You can see the Trajans column from a bit away as you walk down the street. It is located in Trajan's Forum, close to the Quirinal Hill, just north of the Roman Forum. It’s just a short walk from the Roman forum an...
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Hotel Duomo Florence Italy
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Hotel Laurus al Duomo Florence Italy
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Palazzo Niccolini al Duomo Florence Italy
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Hotel Savoy Florence Italy
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Trattoria Marione Restaurant Florence
Trattoria Marione Trattoria Marione is a small, busy little restaurant situated near the Uffizi Gallery. A family we met while we were on holiday recommended Trattoria Marione to us. After enjoying the sights we walked over to have some lunch. When we arrived there was a line out the door. I walk...
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Antico Vinaio Florence Italy
Antico Vinaio Absolutely excellent sandwiches! Antico Vinaio is a terrific rustic Italian sandwich shop located around the corner from the Uffizi Gallery. My family and I stopped here for lunch after a tiring afternoon at the Uffizi. Don't be turned away by the line it moves quickly and is ...
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Vini e Vecchi Sapori Restaurant Florence
Vini e Vecchi Sapori Restaurant Florence Vini e Vecchi Sapori is located is conveniently located next to the Uffizi Gallery. It is a family-owned (husband, wife and two sons) charming restaurant. It is authentic and the food is fabulous. We were greeted with a handwritten menu because their me...
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Paoli Restaurant Florence Italy
Paoli Restaurant Paoli Restaurant is just a short walk from the Uffizi Gallery. The authentic antique décor is most noticeable when you enter Paoli. It has beautiful frescoes painted on the walls. The vaulted stone ceilings adorned with large arches remind you of an old church. There is also a s...
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La Buca dell Orfeo Restaurant Florence
La Buca dell Orfeo Restaurant Florence La Buca dell Orfeo is located close to the Uffizi Gallery so location is central. My family and I went to La Buca dell Orfeo for a late dinner. We enjoyed an authentic, hearty Tuscan cuisine in this little restaurant. This little place can be a bit of a c...
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Golden View Open Bar Florence Italy
Golden View Open Bar Golden View Open Bar is not that far from the Uffizi Gallery and has one of the best views in Florence. We were given a complimentary glass of prosecco on arrival and a table next to a huge picture window to enjoy the beautiful view. The view was spectacular. The window overl...
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Il Desco Restaurant Florence
Il Desco Restaurant Florence Il Desco is situated on the main Via Cavour, only steps from the Duomo and other major attractions in the area. We had a very nice lunch here. The restaurant is on the small side with a limited but interesting menu. The food was very good and fresh. Everything is o...
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La Giostra Restaurant Florence
La Giostra La Giostra is a family run restaurant with photographs on the wall showing the father (with celebrities) who is the chef and his son, who was serving out table. The atmosphere in La Giostra is cozy and charming. It is bustling with a mix of locals and tourists. The staff was very fr...
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Zio Gigi Restaurant Florence Italy
Zio Gigi Restaurant Zio Gigi Restaurant is located on a quiet side street just a block from the Duomo. It isn’t touristy and I found a lot of locals dining there, which made it all the better. It is a very warm and lively restaurant that extends from the front room to the back. The servin...
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Grom Gelato Florence
Grom Gelato Florence Grom is located about block from the Duomo off one of the side streets. It is easy to miss as it maintains a very simple exterior. If you see a long line that goes around the corner of a building, you most likely have found Grom. But remember when you see a long line in Ita...
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Alle Murate Restaurant Florence
Alle Murate Restaurant Florence Alle Murate is located near the Duomo. This restaurant has personality, charm and character. If you enjoy food prepared with excellent ingredients and served in an elegant manner, then having dinner at Alle Murate will be a great experience. The chef is this...
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Cafe Duomo Florence Italy
Cafe Duomo Cafe Duomo is situated right next to the Duomo. Tired after a busy morning of touring and climbing up the Duomo to the dome my family and I decided to stop here for lunch. Cafe Duomo has an inside and outside seating area. We chose to sit outside which had a cooling mist. The vie...
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Acqua al 2 Restaurant Florence
Acqua al 2 Restaurant Florence Acqua al 2 is literally a stones throw from the Duomo. The restaurant is a bit small however the food is terrific and the ambience can't be beat. Acqua al 2 is decorated with plates signed by celebrities from around all over the world. When you do sit down at your t...
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National Roman Museum
National Roman Museum National Roman Museum is located near the Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli and the Baths of Diocletian. The Italian Government transformed the palace into a museum in 1981. National Roman Museumis has four floors of beautiful artwork. There is some impressive sarcophag...
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Via Nazionale Rome
Via Nazionale Rome Via Nazionale is a street in Rome, Italy. It goes from Piazza della Repubblica heading towards Piazza Venezia. Via Nazionale offers a good view of bustling Rome. It is busy with shops and activity. However this street doesn’t have the same charm as the other main shopping str...
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