Holidays in Florence

An introduction to Florence

If you've ticked off all the usual Italian suspects, take your European City break to Florence. Tuscany's number one City is a Medieval masterpiece with its old piazzas, elaborate churches and treasure-filled palaces. In fact, Florence has got more artwork per square mile than any other City in the world, so you've got culture and history around every corner.

For the main attractions, you won't need to venture far from the City centre. An old wonderland, it's home to the massive green, White and pink-marbled Duomo Cathedral. Beautiful in itself, the Cathedral also offers some of the best panoramic views of the City from its highest dome. Another Florence must-see is Palazzo Vecchio. Michelangelo's famous 'David' might not sit here anymore, but a pretty impressive copy has been put in its place.

But City breaks to Florence aren't all about Medieval charms. Its art and architecture might scream of old-world glamour, but the City's shopping, dining and nightlife scenes sit firmly in the 21st century. On the fashion-front, shoes and leather goods are Florence's forte. And when it comes to eating out, meanwhile, you've got everything from road-side pizza carts to glitzy restaurants.

So for an Italian City break with the history of Rome, the style of Milan and the romance of Venice, head to Florence.

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