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In the heart of Tuscany is a Renaissance city that every traveller will truly love. Florence, one of the most visited cities in the whole of Italy is a historical place that offers lots of attractions to everyone who visits the place. If you are planning to spend your holiday in this marvellous place, here are some of the things that you can do and the places that you can visit on foot while you are in Florence.

One of the best things that you can do while you are in Florence is to top up your knowledge on Renaissance Art. If you are a person who loves history and art, then being in this city will surely bring your knowledge to life as you see the paintings and other artwork yourself. Meanwhile, a person who is not quite knowledgeable on such things will surely be amazed with what you will see. You can find such masterpieces at the Galleria degli Uffzi, which houses the most important collection of artwork during the Renaissance period such as paintings, sculptures, tapestries, illuminations and a lot more. If you visit the Uffzi Gallery, you can book in advance or you can go there earlier to avoid long ticket lines.

If you haven’t laid your eyes on a real palace yet, then your stay in Florence will be the best time to do that. There are several palazzos in Florence that you can visit on foot. The Palazzo Vecchio sits on the Piazza della Signora where you can find an open-air sculpture exhibit. You can also visit the largest palazzo – the Pitti Palace where you can find beautiful fountains and gardens as well as a breath-taking view of the entire city. The Strozzi Palace is Florence’s best example of Renaissance mansion which looks like a small fortress that is located at the center of the city.

Art and architectural masterpieces should not be missed when you are in Florence. The Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore or more commonly known as ‘Duomo’ is a representation of the culture, geography and the history of the city. Designed by Brunelleschi, a climb to the dome of the cathedral where the bell tower designed by Giotto is found will give you a fantastic view of the city. Make sure also to visit the monumental David, Michelangelo’s best known work. It is located in the Galleria dell’Accademia, which also houses Renaissance and Gothic paintings as well as Conservatory of Luigi Cherubini instruments.

A holiday in Florence is not complete without wine tasting and dining. You can taste the best Tuscan wines in Florence – the Chianti, Nobile di Montepuliano, Bolgheri, Brunello di Montalcino and a lot more. You can do the wine tasting at the Piazza del Vino or you can also go to Vivanda where they serve organic wines. Restaurants and cafes are abundant in the piazzas where you can taste Tuscany’s best dishes. While you are spending time in this charming city, try the world-famous Florentine steak. And of course, do not miss out on the gelato especially during the warmer days.

Should you want to bring home souvenirs from your delightful holiday in Florence, there are several places where you could buy them. You can actually find here leather goods, jewellery, souvenir items, paper goods and other products. You can buy them from the open air markets such as the Piazza San Lorenzo, Mercato Nuovo, Sant’ Ambrogio, Mercato Delle Cascine, Fierucolina and a lot more.

A trip to Florence is just the perfect time where you can relax, have fun and enjoy the beauty of Renaissance art. There are a lot of things that you can see and do on foot, and it would be best to Go with Oh apartments so that these would be easily accessible. Going out will not be too much of a hassle since you can just take a walk to your destination. This will truly make your holiday in Florence and unforgettable one.