Title: Visit Historic Centre of Florence: 2026 Historic Centre of Florence, Florence Travel Guide | Expedia.com

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# Historic Centre of Florence

## Florence

![Arcetri showing a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075434/96ba5e7b-ca43-4d9f-9921-bde07164fcbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Arcetri showing a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075434/96ba5e7b-ca43-4d9f-9921-bde07164fcbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Piazzale Michelangelo showing landscape views, a sunset and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508356/5065bc0f-51d4-4e4a-a357-371caea68914.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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## Visit Historic Centre of Florence

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Hotels

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#### Lose yourself in the Renaissance charm of Florence’s old town, where masterpieces by Brunelleschi and Giotto line up alongside cafés, gelato shops and trattorias.

Decorated with Renaissance and Florentine Gothic landmarks, the UNESCO-protected Historic Center of Florence is one of the world’s most charming old quarters. It’s where great masters left their mark on the city that gave birth to the Renaissance era in the 14th century. Explore their work at the galleries, museums and monumental buildings when you visit the Historic Center. Discover boutiques, markets and time-honored cafés while wandering atmospheric streets.

Piazza del Duomo is the heart of the area and the site of some of the city’s finest gothic structures. Among them are the ornate marble Baptistery of St. John, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Giotto’s Campanile. Relish the panoramic views from Brunelleschi’s cathedral dome and the campanile. Sculptures by Donatello and Michelangelo amaze visitors at the Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore.

Stroll north to the Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the city’s first Renaissance building and former residence of the noble Medici family. The tombs of the Medici sit in nearby San Lorenzo Church. See Michelangelo’s *David* at the Accademia Gallery and frescoes by Fra Angelico at the Museum of San Marcos. Browse ingenious inventions at the Leonardo da Vinci Museum.

Head to the riverfront, where the Uffizi Gallery boasts Botticelli’s *Birth of Venus* and *Primavera* among its exhibition of masterpieces. Adjacent to here, the Galileo Museum introduces visitors to astronomy and science via over 1,000 instruments. Don’t miss the fortified Palazzo Vecchio and Basilica of Santa Croce, the final resting place of Galileo and Michelangelo.

Tucked beneath the impressive cityscape are boutiques, high-end clothing stores and jewelers that showcase Italian passion for fashion. Snack on typical Tuscan fare such as almond gelato, lampredotto (tripe sandwich) and prosciutto ham.

Florence’s Historic Center is the perfect place to tour on foot. Cross the emblematic Ponte Vecchio to the left bank of the River Arno and browse the artisan stores of the Oltrarno neighborhood. Appreciate the old quarter in all its Renaissance glory from Fort Belvedere and Piazzale Michelangelo.

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### Popular places to visit

![Piazza di Santa Maria Novella which includes a garden, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6167447/7f4e9e58-353d-4a42-8920-7d465f5e16de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Piazza di Santa Maria Novella

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Relax before or after a long trip in this renovated piazza just a few minutes from Florence’s main train station.

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![Ponte Vecchio which includes a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075434/67189072-9377-4114-81b7-8ffaa6705976.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Ponte Vecchio

4.5/5(2,057 reviews)

Take a trip over Florence’s iconic bridge, spared by the Nazis for its beauty and home to jewelers for more than four centuries.

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![Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore featuring a city, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501046/58cc313e-b63c-4e3e-825f-1235037a9d48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

4.5/5(1,301 reviews)

The “Saint Mary of the Flower” cathedral and its towering dome have come to symbolize Florence.

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![Uffizi Gallery in Florence in Italy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075462/638682df-5d23-4089-83af-be7850616ae1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Uffizi Gallery

4.5/5(1,486 reviews)

Art lovers will be in their element in this famous museum, home to the most extensive and important collection of masterpieces in the world.

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![Arcetri which includes a city and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501032/753e6a03-eaab-4358-81a7-f2923c4ab7ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Pitti Palace

4.5/5(743 reviews)

This former royal residence now showcases the extensive collections of the Medici family, with seven galleries containing some of the finest artworks in Florence.

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![Piazza del Duomo which includes night scenes, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508338/afd0d3ff-161f-4203-9580-7a3e1e60578d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Piazza del Duomo

4.5/5(1,200 reviews)

Giotto’s Bell Tower, the resplendent Baptistery, as well as the cathedral and its dome draw the crowds to this square in the heart of the city.

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### Things to do

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#### Skip-the-Line Florence Duomo: Priority-Access Express Guided Tour

$32

per adult

**80%** of travellers recommend

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![Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/880286/269c0081-b51e-4e1d-ac21-b19cf125da10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti

$57

per adult

**92%** of travellers recommend

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![Micheal Angelo's David](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2479829/2bebb71d-abeb-452a-9a00-2b6fddf3b233.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Skip the Line: Florence's Accademia Gallery Priority Entrance Ticket

$37

per adult

**86%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/skip-the-line-florences-accademia-gallery-priority-entrance-ticket.a2479829.activity-details)

![Florence half day combo tour with David, Uffizi & Duomo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/177530/67736287-bdb2-4b4e-a2f9-65e0ac592e0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Florence Half Day Tour with Uffizi, Michelangelo’s David & Accademia

$33

per adult

**92%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/florence-half-day-tour-with-uffizi.a177530.activity-details)

![Pizza & Gelato Evening Cooking Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/177645/1605095c-4cce-4fb0-8dd4-16e1919b620b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Florence: Pizza & Gelato Masterclass Morning, Afternoon or Evening Delight

$66

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/florence-pizza-gelato-masterclass-morning.a177645.activity-details)

![Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano day trip from Florence](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/558213/05882beb-aa38-44f2-9cfe-2acc40bddd57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano day trip from Florence

$61

per adult

**88%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/pisa.a558213.activity-details)

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## Historic Centre of Florence Hotel Deals

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c-hotels Ambasciatori

Via Luigi Alamanni 3 Florence FI

$89 nightly

$114 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)

Great location, short walk to the Duomo, museums and shopping. A clean quiet room awaited me.

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

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IQ Hotel Firenze

Via Camillo Cavour, 88 Florence FI

$104 nightly

$131 total

Feb 8 - Feb 9

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9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,134 reviews)

Fantastic service, exceptionallly clean room, free drink and minibar was a nice addition. Highly recommend. Lovely coming home after a day sightseeing.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

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Bernini Palace

Piazza San Firenze 29 Florence FI

$235 nightly

$277 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

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9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)

Staff very helpful Rooms very clean Good breakfast options

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

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 Hotel Calimala Florence

Via Lamberti 5 Florence FI

$167 nightly

$200 total

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

Clean room , friendly and very helpful staff

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

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Grand Hotel Baglioni

Piazza Unita Italiana 6 Florence FI

$134 nightly

$164 total

Feb 9 - Feb 10

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Florence. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)

Amazing hotel! Centrally located, very nice room and staff is great! Breakfast is the perfect place to begin your day with the incredible views and a good pizza place right across the street.

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

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Hotel Delle Nazioni

Via Luigi Alamanni, 15 Florence FI

$89 nightly

$112 total

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)

Staff at check in and check out were friendly and helpful. Didn’t really talk to anyone else. Room was pretty loud even with window upgrades. Couldn’t cool off room so had the windows open when we could.

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

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### Other neighborhoods around Historic Centre of Florence

![Duomo featuring heritage architecture and street scenes as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141938/4816fa4b-dceb-4db3-bc3d-7fd0a5eb8789.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Duomo

5/5(2,214 area reviews)

 Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Via de' Calzaiuoli are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Duomo. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, stunning cathedral, and popular shops. 

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![Ponte Vecchio showing a bridge and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075434/7c194037-41c2-40fb-a601-3da01105de7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### San Giovanni

 If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Piazza della Repubblica and Via de' Calzaiuoli are top sights worth seeing. 

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![Arcetri which includes a river or creek, a sunset and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141938/199010d8-e112-4eac-a1fa-328c98245fb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Oltrarno

4.5/5(529 area reviews)

 South of the River Arno, this quarter boasts part of Florence's historic center, featuring notable sites like Santo Spirito di Firenze, Palazzo Pitti, Belvedere, and Piazzale Michelangelo. 

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![Brancacci Chapel which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143202/1907daa8-9b9f-4b02-8d0a-120fd0d47a75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### San Frediano

 San Frediano is popular for its stunning river views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Piazza Santo Spirito or Boboli Gardens. 

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![Province of Florence featuring street scenes as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179893/af573eba-c243-4d11-b9b0-ec08ee97785d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Sant' Ambrogio

 While visiting Sant' Ambrogio, you might make a stop by sights like Piazza Massimo D'Azeglio and Church of Santa Maria Maddalena dei Pazzi. 

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![Province of Florence which includes heritage elements and street scenes as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179893/d0f5111b-371d-414a-9134-fb64d945f4a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### San Niccolò

 If you're spending some time in San Niccolò, Arno River and Piazzale Michelangelo are top sights worth seeing. 

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