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The Medici Family: Renaissance Intrigue and Influence
Written by Viator, June 2013
The days of Florence being a mighty republic ruled by one family for generations may be long over, but the influence of the Medici is felt in every corner of the city. It’s for this reason that ... Read more
Florence's Best Parks and Gardens
Written by Viator, June 2013
No matter what you’ve come to Florence to see – the churches, the art galleries, the markets – you may need a break from all the city life at some point. In that case, you’ll be pleased to know that ... Read more
Florence Skip the Line Tours
Written by Viator, May 2013
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The world is brimming with spectacular attractions but when it comes to city sightseeing, you’ll likely have to jostle with crowds of other tourists to check out the principal sights. Particularly ... Read more
Outdoor Activities in Florence
Written by Viator, March 2013
Florence has come to maintain its rich cultural history amidst the hustle and bustle of modernity. Despite being one of Italy's largest cities, Florence has remained to be a symbol of the Renaissance ... Read more
Florence on Vintage Wheels
Written by Viator, February 2013
It's no wonder why Florence is one of Europe's most walkable cities; setting out on foot through the compact medieval streets, you can reach many of Florence's most popular attractions. After all the ... Read more
3 Days in Siena: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, May 2011
First settled in the time of the Etruscans (c. 900–400 BC) Siena, located in the Italian region of Tuscany, is renowned for its cuisine, art, museums, winding streets, majestic, medieval buildings ... Read more
Siena and San Gimignano Tours
Written by Viator, November 2010
Few European cities live as harmoniously with their past as Siena. This most beloved of Tuscany’s hilltop settlements preserves its medieval layout, focusing on the unique crooked half-moon Piazza ... Read more
Pisa Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, August 2010
Italian cities all have their own signature landmarks and salient qualities, and Pisa, of course, is no different. Its famous tower, the campanile of the city's cathedral, is its most recognizable ... Read more
Chianti Tours from Florence
Written by Viator, August 2010
From picturesque farmhouses to auburn sunsets, Tuscany is one of the most romantic and visually seductive areas of the world. The pomp surrounding this region isn't pomp, but rather well earned ... Read more
Florence Cooking Classes
Written by Viator, August 2010
Italians are known for their food, and each province has its specialties. But Florence is widely hailed for its Tuscan-style cuisine, seemingly sent from Heaven itself. And while eating out is a ... Read more
3 Days in Florence: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, August 2010
So much can be said for Rome and the surrounding south of Italy. But those who would sing the praises of its cobbled alleyways, ancient aqueducts, and bustling air of Italian joie-de-vivre, can ... Read more
Tips for Visiting the Uffizi Gallery
Written by Philippa Burne , UK, November 2012
The Uffizi Gallery is the number one place to visit on most people’s list when they’re headed for Florence , but I'll admit I didn’t go until my fourth time to the city. It is difficult not to at ... Read more
Monte Forato: the Devil’s Mountain
Written by Philippa Burne , UK, October 2012
At the top of Monte Forato in the Apuan Alps is a strange hole. On clear days you can see it from all around the mountainous Garfagnana district and the Versilia, an area of the Tuscan coast. ... Read more
Italy’s Chianti Wine Festival
Written by Philippa Burne , UK, August 2012
Wine is to Italy as water is to the rest of us: essential to life. The annual Chianti Wine Festival held in Greve is a great way to sample wines from one of the great wine-producing regions in ... Read more
400 Years of Beauty: Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy in Florence
Written by Philippa Burne , UK, July 2012
Celebrating their 400th anniversary this year, the pharmacy at Santa Maria Novella church in Florence is clearly something special. The first thing you notice when entering is the heavenly scent. ... Read more
