Things to Do in Florence with Kids

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Things to Do in Florence with Kids

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  • georgia may b
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    An absolute must for a sunset/sunrise visit. It is a climb though so may be difficult for someone less mobile. Go with enough time to find a seat on the steps and bring a drink 🌞
    Written 14 March 2024
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  • Strike_right
    Tunis, Tunisia86 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We stayed outside, but could not get in due to the long queue- it is really important to book in advance, though there was a queue of ticker holders to enter longer than the queue for tickets.

    The outside is amazing, an essential Italian Piazza experience. Choose your season if you really want to save time.

    Must do.
    Written 18 February 2024
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  • Herbert C
    891 contributions
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    As the political heart of the Florentine Republic since the 14th century, Piazza della Signoria has been at the epicentre of many significant events in the city's history, from ceremonial events to festivals and rallies. After all, this square was the scene of the historic Bonfire of the Vanities instigated by the preacher Savonarola, who was then executed and burnt here in 1498 after he was denounced by Pope Alexander VI as a heretic. Several iconic Florence attractions made their homes right here at the square, including the Palazzo Vecchio, Loggia dei Lanzi, Neptune Fountain, replica statue of Michelangelo's "David", and Italy's top art museum, the Uffizi Gallery. With such a rich concentration of Florence's famous attractions, you can almost be guaranteed that this piazza will be constantly lively and buzzing with crowds. It is also relatively close to the riverside and the renowned Ponte Vecchio bridge, as well as conveniently linked to Piazza del Duomo through the shopping street, Via dei Calzaiuoli.
    Written 8 February 2024
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  • Lucy S
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Go and have breakfast here!

    This market is full of lovely produce and upstairs are eateries with delicious local foods. Well priced and lovely for breakfast or lunch. Breakfast for 4 with drinks and patisseries cost around €20, which for Florence is excellent. Enjoy!
    Written 15 March 2024
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  • Connector50460702591
    Los Angeles, CA1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We walked from Via Veneto to the Vatican. On the way back we discovered the Treva Fountain
    The restaurants are fabulous. From hamburger fast food to elegant restaurants the food can't be beat.
    Written 17 March 2024
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  • mashie44
    Belgium154 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The widely-published info on hours of monks charting is incorrect. They chant at 6.30 each day. We arrived at 4.30 (as all online guides we found said this was the time for chanting in winter). At 4.45 asked the man at the door who said it is always 6.30. So we came back a couple of days later and did enjoy it. The church is cold if you sit for long. The floor is lovely (zodiac mosaic). Interesting restoration work currently going on. Well worth the short walk up from Piazzale Michelangelo, and has even better views of the city
    Written 22 February 2024
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  • Herbert C
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    It is well-known that Florence was at the epicenter of the Renaissance Movement that swept across Europe from the 14th to the 17th centuries, and no parts of the city better captures these remarkable cultural and scholarly pursuits than Centro Storico, the historic centre of Florence. Deservedly recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the work of great Renaissance masters such as Michelangelo, Giotto, Brunelleschi and Botticelli are evident within the 505 hectares historic centre bounded by the remains of the city's 14th-century walls (represented by surviving forts, towers and gates) and dissected by the River Arno - from the Florence Cathedral and Basilica di Santa Croce to the Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace. Interspersed amongst these historic icons of Florence are hundreds of elegant boutiques, cafes, lively street markets and nightclubs as modern lifestyles fuse seamlessly with the cultural and artistic heritage of this Renaissance City. No other place on this planet has such a rich concentration of the legacy of the Renaissance period, which makes it all the more that Florence should rank amongst the top of your travel bucket list!
    Written 19 February 2024
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  • brat0029
    North Mankato, MN172 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I think this was my favorite place in Florence. The number of great pieces was simply outstanding. It has several pieces by Donatello, including a wooden sculpture of Mary Magdalene.
    Written 24 February 2024
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  • Herbert C
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    Completed in the 12th century, the Florence Baptistery is believed to be the oldest building in Florence. Centrally located in Piazza del Duomo across from the Florence Cathedral and Giotto's Campanile, you will not miss this imposing octagonal building built in Florentine Romanesque style and coated majestically in green and white marble. It forms part of the monumental complex of Santa Maria del Fiore, and purchase of any of the monument passes will allow access to the baptistery. Be sure to watch out for the following renowned features of the baptistery:
    (i) its 3 sets of bronze doors, the most important being the replica of the Gates of Paradise, which features 10 bas-relief panels depicting several Old Testament scenes;
    (ii) the dome's incredibly complex Byzantine mosaic dating back to the 13th century; and
    (iii) monumental tomb of Antipope John XXIII.
    Written 22 February 2024
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  • Daniel G
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Again a special thank to M. Dan Harper, we met him by chance in the middle of our visit of the basilic: what a pleasure to hear, to learn , to share all those treasures.
    We benefit from his passion, knowledge and also his sense of humor !
    Many thanks, a real memorable experience , we were very very lucky to met him.
    Written 24 July 2023
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  • George C.
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is easily in my top 3 museums in the last few years in Europe, a must! You will be impressed by the history and all the tools from the collection!
    Written 30 November 2023
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  • Akshaya S
    Noida, India432 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It is amazing to see such a masterpiece in its original available in a public space for visitors to see. It is a stand out statue in the square.
    Written 15 July 2023
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  • Alecruces
    Concepcion, Chile14 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a very nice place to know Leonardo Da Vinci creations and how did they work. But this is a small place, and tranlated explanations are bad, at least to Spanish. However I recommend to go and understand some ingeneering problems.
    Written 27 December 2022
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  • Brian B
    Zwolle, The Netherlands97 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    very special collection of medieval arms , and interior
    very spectactular shown .
    in the wing of a private villa
    easy to reach by tram T1

    very nice little cafe with amazing tarimisu with outsite sitting area
    Written 29 October 2023
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  • Tourist797084
    5 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Small but a very charming little museum, included on PassePartout. Not a museum of geology but of art made from semi precious stones. Very impressive, and interesting to watch how they are made.
    Written 20 October 2023
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