The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (the Duomo) is the city's most recognizable attraction. Constructed during the 14th century and located in the heart of the city, this is a must-see on any trip to Florence. For a bird's eye view of the city, climb to the top of Brunelleschi's cupola!
This 19th century piazza has some of the best panoramic views of Florence. The square is decorated with copies of Michelangelo's sculptures, but it's the view people come here to see. Catch the scenery in the morning before all the crowds or bring a picnic and snag a spot for the sunset!
The Uffizi Palace and Gallery is famous worldwide for its collections of ancient sculptures and paintings and is located right in the heart of Florence. It hosts works from Michelangelo, Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci & Raffaello!
Spanning the river Arno, the Vecchio Bridge dates back as early as 996 and is famous for the number of shops that are built into the sides of the bridge. Walk along you'll find jewelers, art dealers and souvenir shops. Once at the midpoint, the bridge opens up to views down the Arno river.
The Boboli Gardens is a historical park of the city of Florence that has been open to the public since 1766 and is one of the greatest examples on an Italian garden.
An open-air market that has a cast-iron structure dating back to 1874, offering a modern food hall with a variety of shops, local produce, and everyday goods.