Italy boasts more free-standing bell towers than any other country. Florence's fine bell tower also stands apart fom the Dome. It was designed by Giotto in 1334, and its construction was overseen by three different people, as you will see, since the differences in style are quite apparent. The bell tower is 85 metres high and has 416 steps. It's possible to climb to the top of the tower, from where there's a wonderful view of the city and its surroundings. [Read more]

The Uffizi Gallery is the most important art museum in Florence. It's also Italy's largest art museum. Allow plenty of time when planning your visit here. There's always a long queue of people waiting to get in, especially during the high season. The museum was founded by the Medici family and bequeathed to Florence on the express condition that the works of art should never leave the city. The collections are displayed throughout 45 rooms: a truly unique experience! It's possible to book tickets beforehand via the website. This guarantees admittance to the museum at a set time. [Read more]

The Boboli Gardens form a huge park that you can easily spend an entire day in. Neat geometric buxus hedges contrast strikingly with wilder ilex hedges. During your stroll through the park, you'll come across sculptures, statues, fountains and ornamental ponds, one as beautiful as the other. You can also visit the Grotta Grande (Big Grotto) or the Amphitheatre. After your stroll, enjoy a coffee at the gardens' coffeeshop. The terrace offers a wonderful view across Florence. A visit to the Boboli Gardens is both a botanical and an artistic pleasure! [Read more]