Top Ten Must-See Attractions

One of the most artistically jewels in the world, Florence, Italy is the ideal holiday for anyone who values art, architecture and culture. Even now, centuries past the Italian Renaissance, it’s the Tuscany region of Italy, and Florence generally, where art is at it’s best. For that reason, many of the top 10 travel attractions in Florence, Italy are established in the sometimes epic, occasionally harmful, but always visually stupefying and amazing artworks of Italy’s top-quality artists.

1.) The Galleria degli Uffizi

The Uffizi is hugely touristed and rightly so. As one of the most brilliant collections of fine Renaissance art in the world, the Uffizi is one of the most active attractions in Florence, Italy. In the Uffizi Gallery, visitors can experience primary the mastery of Botticelli, da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael and many other Italian maestros.

2.) The Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore

The Duomo’s (church’s) dome was projected by Brunelleschi and is one of the most traveled jewels of Italian architecture. Brunelleschi was granted the job of designing the dome after a competition sustained in 1419 by the Arte della Lana. With the assistance of Donatello, Brunelleschi was awarded the project. It also boasts the sensational Giotto’s Tower.

3.) The National Museum of the Bargello

The Bargello is placed close the Piazza della Signoria and homes some of the most marvellous sculptures from the greatest artists of the Renaissance era. Such famous works from Michelangelo, Donatello, Ammannati, Bandinelli and others beautify the interior of this capital museum.

4.) The Accademia

Home to Michelangelo’s David, the Accademia is a fashionable tourist place and can become rather busy. Forget your photographic camera at the hotel, as no pics are permitted inside. Call in advance for a booking and save yourself an hour await in line for one of the most impressive Italy tours.

5.) Pitti Palace

On the southern bank of the River Arno, Pitti Palace houses the art collection of the former Medici family. Also, the enclosed Boboli Gardens make an ideal and fair walk behind the palazzo.

6.) Ponte Vecchio

The only bridge to survive World War II and the most aged bridge in Florence, the Ponte Vecchio is a tripper’s and shopper’s delight as there is a number of superfine jewelry stores situated close the “old bridge.”

7.) Santa Croce

Come and pay homage at the majestic tombs of some of the most famous and glorious artists of Italy including Galileo Galilei, Michelangelo Buonarroti, Niccolo Machiavelli and Dante Alighieri.

8.) San Lorenzo

No less than nine Michelangelo sculptures can be experienced in the sacristy of this farming church. With a facade that was never fully finished, the church has a cozening quality if caught from the outside. But once inside, enjoy the Renaissance in all its resplendence.

9.) Santa Maria del Carmine

The Santa Maria del Carmine is most celebrated for its collection of glorious frescoes by such artists as Masaccio and Masolino da Panicale. It’s also home to the Brancacci Chapel and the Corsini Chapel.

10.) Ponte Santa Trinita

This bridge, near the church Santa Trinita, is the most aged oval arch bridge in the world and was projected and built by illustrious Florentine, Bartolomeo Ammanati. The master bridge was demolished by German soldiery in August of 1944, but was later restored in 1958 with most of the rocks coming from the original building.