Florence was the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. Politically, economically, and culturally it was just about the most important city in Europe for something approaching 250 years - from sometime before 1300 until the early 1500s. Most of the major tourist sights in Florence are within easy walking distance of each other. It is possible to walk from one end of the historic center of Florence to the other - North-South or East-West in a half hour. Walking is not only an easy way to get around, it also offers the chance to 'take in' much more of the city life.
CITY BREAKS
|>bandbsanlorenzo, Florence: City of Art B&B - in the historic centre. |>casadidante, Florence: City of Art B&B - in the historic centre. |>cimatori, Florence: City of Art B&B - in the historic centre. |>domusflorentiahotel, Florence: City of Art hotel - in the historic centre. |>hotellecascine, Florence: City of Art hotel - in the centre, near the railway station. |>hotelvillaliberty, Florence: City of Art hotel - in the outskirts.
COUNTRYSIDE BREAKS
|>vignamaggio, Greve in Chianti: Countryside Agriturismo (B&B) with pool - Chianti wine region. |>iltrebbiolo, Molin del Piano: Countryside hotel with pool. |>lefontiasangiorgio, Montespertoli: Countryside Agriturismo (B&B) with pool. |>lapieveagriturismo, Pelago: Countryside Agriturismo (B&B) with pool.
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Street Performers by the Uffizi, Santa Maria del Fiore (climb the Duomo or Campanile), Giotto's Tower, Baptistery, Ponte Vecchio, Santa Croce, enjoy the view from the Piazzale Michelangelo, stroll the Boboli gardens.
Comfortable day trips from Florence include Pisa, Lucca, San Gimignano, Arezzo, Fiesole, Lucignano, Siena, and of course the wine zone of Chianti. Particular places of beauty or interest in the province include Barberino Val d'Elsa, Fiesole, Greve in Chianti and Tavarnelle Val di Pesa.
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Additional Info: Independent 'FLORENCE SHORT BREAK' holiday - Florence |
Florence (Italian: Firenze, Florentia and Fiorenza) is the capital city of the Italian region of Tuscany, and of the province of Florence. It is the most populous city in Tuscany and has a population of approximately 364,779. The city lies on the Arno River and is known for its history and its importance in the Middle Ages and in the Renaissance, especially for its art and architecture. A centre of medieval European trade and finance, the city is often considered the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance; in fact, it has been called the Athens of the Middle Ages.[1] It was long under the de facto rule of the Medici family. From 1865 to 1870 the city was also the capital of the Kingdom of Italy. The "historic centre of Florence" continues to attract millions of tourists each year and was declared a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 1982.
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1. If you have particularly beautiful photographs of
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2. If you are the owner of charming
holiday accommodation in a special location, whether it be a
hotel, B&B, 'albergo', 'agriturismo' or self-catered apartments
- send us an email with details and we'll consider adding it
to our list - web@xtrallusion.com
3. The hotels, 'alberghi', 'agriturismi' and self-catered accommodation recommended
for this holiday destination have been included in our selection of 'SHORT
BREAK' holidays in Italy as a result of us personally choosing them for their
mix of charm, price, quality and location. These short break stays are intended
for those wanting to simply 'get away' and relax somewhere special for a
days.
4. by-TRAIN holidays: fly to the recommended airport
and take a train to the place you will be staying for your Short
Break. Airport transfer times are generally less than 1 hour
by train.
5. WE-MEETU holidays: fly to the recommended airport
where we will meet you on your arrival at the nearest airport
or mainline railway station, and take you to your hotel either
by car or mini-bus.
6. SELF-DRIVE holidays: these short-breaks are typically
in places that are not served by regular public transport or
areas deserving further independent exploration under your own
steam. Therefore, we thoroughly recommend that you arrange car-hire
at your point of arrival in Italy, or use your own car if driving
down.
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