Things to do in Florence

Well! it is impossible to summarize the things to do in Florence in few lines. Spend some time in Florence to experience its heritage. Visit as much place you can and get a lifetime memories. You can easily spend a week in the Florence city hastily running from museum to gallery. But you will only cover a few things. There are lots of things to do in Florence and it would take few weeks to see almost everything in Florence. it has dozens of churches which would be the prize visitor attraction of a smaller city. Some of its best sights are – Giotto’s Bell Tower, Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery.

Fun Things to do in Florence:

1.) Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza Duomo

Piazza Duomo along with the group of buildings that make cathedral system gathers Italy’s artistic treasures into one comparatively small area. To see some of the best masterpieces of architecture and art by the renowned artists like Brunelleschi, Donatello, Ghiberti, Giotto, and Michelangelo of the Italian Renaissance. Then trip to the Baptistery, the bell tower, the cathedral, and its museum. It is one of the most wonderful things to do in Florence. Start by walking around the square to honor the complex inlaid marble exteriors. Now, move inside each one to look more firmly at the stained glass works of art that welcome you wherever you look.

2.) Visit the Uffizi Gallery

The Galleria Degli Uffizi is one of the ancient and most popular art museums of the Florence. You will find the Renaissance paintings that are quite unique as they are one of a kind. It is one of the most amazing things to do in Florence. The great thing about these paintings is that they are made by famous artists such as da Vinci and Michelangelo. Don’t forget to reserve tickets in advance in high season to avoid about 5 hours queue.

3.) Giotto’s Bell Tower

It takes 414 steps to reach the top of the cathedral’s campanile in Florence. Don’t worry that you have to put hard effort as the view from there is incredible. You will be amazed by overlooking a sea of red tiled roofs. You might say this is one of the best things to do in Florence. The view includes San Lorenzo and Santa Croce to the east, the Palazzo Vecchio to the south, the Medici Chapel to the north, and the church of San Miniato al Monte on a hill across the Arno. Now, if you are not satisfied with the view then Giotto’s bell tower will give you an exceptional look at Filippo Brunelleschi’s popular dome.

4.) Basilica of Santa Croce

The multicolored  marble decorations on the front of this Franciscan church might be Victorian. It was described by Forster as a black-and-white façade of exceeding deformity.—but the interior measure to the advent of the Renaissance. There are frescoes by Gaddi and Giotto  as well as tombs and cenotaphs committed to many great Italian men, including Galileo Galilei (the mathematician and astronomer); Dante Alighieri (known for his Divine Comedy);  Niccolò Machiavelli (author of a famously shrewd treatise on power known as The Prince); and Michelangelo Buonarroti (the renowned architect, sculptor, painter, and poet, who sketched the dome of St. Peter’s in Rome).  After completing the tour of Santa Croce, don’t forget to view the wonderful church museum that’s adjacent through the gallery.

5.) The Ponte Vecchio and Arno River

The Ponte Vecchio is an icon of Florence’s landmarks. The bridge is probably the most photographed structure in the city. The most popular of all the bridge was built at the narrow-minded part of the Arno. The uniqueness is that it is the only remaining bridge to have shops and houses on it. Vasari Corridor is something important that was built on top. This top secret gate built by Vasari for Duke Cosimo I de’ Medici in 1565 join the Palazzo Vecchio to the Pitti Palace. The jewelry stores that visitors so love were brought to the bridge on demand of Ferdinando in 1593. Medici successor who believed that the previous resident  butchers feel too bad in his corridor. During the World War II, the treasures of the Uffizi gallery were preserved in the Corridor. To relive history add this place in your list of things to do in Florence.

6.) Battistero di San Giovanni

It does not matter from which angle you’re are viewing this 12th-century octagonal baptistery. The fact is it is a perfect example of absolute work of art. Its marble façade, the elaborate mosaics of its heart, and the artworks it possesses all put place high on your list of things to do in Florence. The  beautiful bronze panels made by Ghiberti for the doors facing the cathedral trump them all. For more precise look to some of the treasures that have been created for the baptistery, the trip to the Museo dell’Opera del Duomo, the cathedral’s archives.

7.) Palazzo Vecchio

History, art, and power reverberate in the sumptuous rooms and galleries of this palace in the center of Florence. The republic was ruled from here and its ruling Medici family commissioned the leading architects and artists of the day to decorate and design their apartments offices. It is one of the most adventurous things to do in Florence. Head to the place early for one of the free trips. Here, you will get to see some of the top secret passages the Medici used to go among the rooms.

8.) San Lorenzo’s Market

Take your  time to tour one of the best Food markets downtown Florence. here you will find two markets one is the largest and oldest San Lorenzo’s. The other market is Sant’Ambrogio. You will see, smell and touch the freshest products. You will get the opportunity to live the real florentine feel  and taste whatever catches your attention. San Lorenzo’s Market itself is one of the best things to do in Florence.

9.) The Oltrarno

Florence is a home of fine craftsmanship since the renascence. It is well known for fine leather work, and other decorative bookbinding, papers, gold leaf overlay, and mosaics of precious stones. The crafts are still practiced and worth. The highest collection of studios and workshops are across the river in the Oltrarno nearby regions. You will find some small artisan shops selling fine craft  between the Pitti Palace and Piazza Santo Spirito. Watch real-time artwork by the artists in workshops and studios. Good things are some even offer classes.

10.) Final Drink at Santo Spirito

The place is more of locals and neighborhood. So, you will feel pretty different from any other place in Florence. Here you have the best chance to enjoy local market, local coffee places. You will see the people walking around and comparatively cheap restaurants of the town. It is one of the most delightful things to do in Florence. At night, bars organize live bands ranging from jazz to European techno along with a wine bar. we would say this is an excellent place to end your intense trip.