Florence

VISIT FLORENCE: OUR ADVICE

How long should I stay in Florence?

From the Museums and the most famous churches, to the typical Old Town, to the lesser-known museums and gardens, Florence has a wide range reserved for tourists. If this is the first time you visit the city, we advise to at least a 4 days stay in order to visit the most famous places without hurry. If you want to discover the Cradle of the Renaissance in a deepen way, we recommend you to stay at least for a week.

What to visit with children?

Florence is one of the most family friendly cities in Italy. Almost all museums offer programs dedicated to families, but especially to children, starting by Palazzo Vecchio. There are many parks and restaurants with play areas specially designed for the little ones. If you are choosing a period of the year to visit the city we recommend April, period in which the Children's Festival is usually organized in the historic center of Florence, with free events dedicated to children´s creativity and imagination.

What are the typical dishes of Florence?

A rich centuries-old tradition has made of the typical Florentine cuisine one of the best of Italy. Mainly with peasant origins, the typical dishes of the Tuscan capital are characterized by simple ingredients, but with a unique taste. Among the most famous are the “pappa al pomodoro” and “ribollita” (very good during fall and winter), the typical “trippa al sugo” and the “lampredotto” which aromas fill the downtown streets. Absolutely not to be forget, the tasty Florentine steak.

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