When you need a little peace and quite in the city.

Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy

Gardens and Parks of Florence

These are the best spots to catch a glistening sunset, take in the Florentine skyline, and simply admire the surroundings of Florence from a beautiful view above. 

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Best Views and Rooftop Bars of Florence

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Come with me to Florence, Italy, where the beauty of the past seamlessly intertwines with the present. This charming city, nestled in the heart of Tuscany, offers a chance to wander through its historic streets, eat incredible food, and do some fun vintage shopping.

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Looking to take a European vacation and are not sure where to start? This complete guide will help with you with the major questions most people have when trying to book a trip. This guide includes tips like how to get there, where to stay, what to do and eat and more!

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Your comprehensive guide to exploring Florence like a true insider. Explore, dine, and shop your way with this meticulously curated travel guide, highlighting the most picturesque gems and must-visit spots. 

Think of this guide as your travel companion—comprehensive yet never overwhelming, packed. 

Here's a peek at what's inside:

Insider Tips for Florence
Flavors of Florence
Where to Stay
Attractions
Art & Museums
Churches
Cafés
Food
Dessert
Drinks
Rooftop Bars
Wine Windows
Shopping
Markets
Miscellaneous
Notable Florentine Figures
Films Set in Florence
Link to Custom Google Maps

florence ultimate guide

Welcome to my Florence (Firenze) Travel Guide! 🇮🇹✨

Inside, you’ll find the best tips for exploring Florence, including where to eat and drink 🍝, top museums 🖼️, and must-see attractions 🏛️. This guide is packed with everything you need to enjoy Florence’s unique charm and Renaissance beauty.

This guide is completely free! If you find it helpful, a tip would be greatly appreciated. Enjoy your time in Florence! 🌟

Note: This is an interactive guide, not a PDF. Use Google Maps for directions and book your stay through platforms like Booking, Locktrip, or Airbnb.

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If you're traveling to Florence and want a complete guide, including where to eat like a local, avoiding tourist traps, the best rooftop bars and views, to know what museums to visit, what to do on a rainy day or a super sunny summer day, or you want to know which churches are worth a visit, what upscale or hole-in-the-wall restaurants to check out,  which pasticceria has the best pastries, which panini shops you should visit, (instead of waiting in a 2 hr line for an overpriced one) and where the wine windows are- THIS is the guide for you!

This guide includes 15 of my custom made Florence guides.

Complete Florence, Italy Guide

3 Month Campervan road trip which covered 13 countries (if you include The Vatican City) listed below:

Belgium
The Netherlands
Germany
Italy (and The Vatican City)
Greece
Albania
Montenegro
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Croatia
Slovenia
Switzerland
France 

This is all the places I have recently travelled to in a my campervan on a wonderful 3 month road trip. 
The map includes restaurant recommendations and all the places we stopped to visit. 
We did a lot of snorkelling and hiking as well as city visits where we enjoyed trying the different cuisines of the new countries. 

Croatia

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Italy

Slovenia

Montenegro

Corfu, Greece

Switzerland

The Netherlands

Albania

3 Month Europe Road Trip 

This was the blueprint for our Honeymoon, but this trip can be used for any couple looking for a romantic getaway to Italy. We begin in Venice before traveling to Florence, 3 Tuscany Cities and Wineries, and ending this dream getaway in Positano on the picturesque Amalfi Coast. Each day has been thoughtfully planned to give you the ultimate vacation. 

Pro Tip: We travelled June/July, but you can opt for May/June or September/October for lower prices and less crowds while still enjoying nice weather.  They will also harvest the grapes and olives around October. If traveling off-season, please note some recommendations may be closed for the season.

What's Included in this Guide?
*Day-by-Day itinerary with what to do, where to stay, and what to eat for 12 days (2 in Venice, 5 in Florence/Tuscany, and 5 in Positano/Amalfi Coast)
*Day trips to 3 Tuscan Wineries and Cities
*Day Trip to Pompei on the way to Positano
*Boat Trip to Capri and various Grottos
*Various museum and tour recommendations
*Guidance on the Hand of God Hike on the Amalfi Coast
*An Italian Dream vacation come to life

Disclaimer: My wife cried on the way to our first Winery as we drove through Tuscany. She had not had one sip of wine yet. Tissues are not required, but may be recommended.

Positano, SA, Italy

Pisa, Province of Pisa, Italy

Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

Lucca, Province of Lucca, Italy

Siena, Province of Siena, Italy

Capri, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy

San Gimignano, Province of Siena, Italy

Ravello, SA, Italy

12 Day Romantic Italian Getaway: Venice-Florence/Tuscany-Positano/Amalfi Coast

Florence is a city I've missed ever since I visited. And the more times I go there, the more I love it.

It’s a walkable town, where every corner invites exploration. Beyond the famous art and holy temples, the charm truly lies in wandering the streets, where you might stumble upon hidden gems—undiscovered Tuscan cuisine, or a lonely but influential museum or church. 

Please save and always check on this map and visit any of the cafes, restaurants, museums or parks when you are in a neighbourhood. And I also add small notes for each place so you can quickly find what I like about this place.

Enjoy!

BONUS

- Two free guides: "My Real TravelSummary", & "Markets are distant lives".

THANKS

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Florentine Holiday

Giardino delle Rose

Perched below Piazzale Michelangelo, this tranquil rose garden is free attraction that offers breathtaking views over Florence. Home to approximately 400 varieties of roses, including rare and ancient species. Visit in late May to early June for peak blooming season. 

Note: Visit in late May to early June for peak blooming season.

The rose garden is not always in bloom, but is a lovely space to visit anyway with great views of the city. Some art work and benches to stop and enjoy.

It's hilly but beautiful. If you're going to hike up the hill for the view, it might as well be in a garden. Go slow and make time to smell the roses!

Stunning rose garden high above the city that is also a great place to get an overhead view of the city.

Open daily from 9:00 - 20:00 and is free. Located right under Piazzale Michelangelo

Giardino delle Rose

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