Attractions in Florence
Pharmacy of Santa Maria Novella Florence Italy
Pharmacy of Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy of Santa Maria Novella is one of the oldest pharmacies in the world. Dominican friars founded in 1612. Here the monks grew their own medicinal herbs and some of the formulas are still used today. Don’t miss their oldest perfume. It’s a special essence ...
Continue reading »Historic Center of Florence
Historic Center of Florence Historic Center of Florence is an open museum. It is where the buildings, the streets and the piazzas all tell a story. Historic Center of Florence is the heart of the city. On any given day you will see many tourists from all over the world walking around soaking ...
Continue reading »Opera at St Marks Anglican Church Florence Italy
Opera at St Marks Anglican Church Opera at St Marks Anglican Church was my first opera experience and I was hooked from the start. If you have never seen an opera this one is a very good first exposure. The show runs about hour and half with a short interval. The performances were remarkable and ...
Continue reading »Laurentian Library Florence Italy
The Laurentian Library is a short walk from the cathedral square. Giulio de' Medici authorized the construction of this great library to house the vast Medici collection of books. Michelangelo himself designed the Laurentian Library. The vestibule and the staircase is a sight to behold. The entr...
Continue reading »Santa Maria of Carmine Florence
Santa Maria of Carmine Florence Santa Maria of Carmine Church is in the area called Piazza del Carmine. It is south of River Arno over the Ponte Vecchio (bridge). Go right onto Borgo San Jacopo then straight down a few blocks on the left. Upon entering the side door at the Santa Maria del Carm...
Continue reading »San Marco Museum Florence Italy
San Marco Museum San Marco Museum is attached to the Church of San Marco. It is a short walk away from the Duomo and around the corner from the Accademia Gallery. San Marco Museum is a place to visit if you love the work of Renaissance artist Fra Angelico. And if you don’t know who Fra Angel...
Continue reading »Church San Miniato al Monte Florence Italy
Church San Miniato al Monte Church San Miniato al Monte is situated on one of the highest points in Florence. The basilica stands atop Mons Fiorentinus (also known as San Miniato Hill). When standing at the front door of this church you will have gorgeous view overlooking the city. It is located ...
Continue reading »Baptistery Florence Italy
Baptistery The Baptistery is the oldest religious monument in Florence. It is located in Piazza del Duomo. This octagonal building is truly beautiful inside and out. The architecture is lovely outside. The famed doors are incredible and the interior is absolutely stunning. Take a couple of min...
Continue reading »Via dei Calzaiuoli Florence Italy
Via dei Calzaiuoli A pedestrian street, filled with so many terrific shops and beautiful palaces. The Via dei Calzaiuoli goes from the Duomo to Piazza della Signoria and is the shopping Mecca of Florence. You will find interesting historical buildings and many shops that are available. Via ...
Continue reading »Stibbert Museum Florence Italy
Stibbert Museum The Stibbert Museum is located in Florence, Italy. It offers a view of the extraordinary collections of the founder Frederick Stibbert, a 19th century art collector. This huge collection spans from all over the word. Including English, Turkish, German, French, Chinese, Korean, and...
Continue reading »Piazza della Signoria Florence
Piazza della Signoria Piazza della Signoria is home to the Palazzo Vecchio. This L shaped square is practically mobbed with tourists waiting to get into the many attractions that surround this beautiful area. Piazza della Signoria remains one of the most important public hubs of the city. The ...
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