The art and culture of Florence is unmatched. The area has seen such geniuses as Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo so the art collections here are among the best in the world. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty, stunning architecture and rich history. Florence is undeniably one of the most amazing vacations you'll ever take.

Weather and Geography

Florence is located north of Rome with the Arno River meandering through it. The summertime weather can get quite hot due to humidity levels but rain helps to bring a decrease in temperatures. The winters can be a bit cold and wet so prepare accordingly depending on when you visit.

Quick Facts

• There are tons of markets in Florence that sell everything from rare books to clothes to flowers.



• Florence has generations of artistic collections contained in its many museums.



• Florence is the capital of the region of Tuscany.

Expert Travel Tips

• An exceptionally great side trip to take is to the Chianti area. It lies between Florence and Siena and you'll find a number of tours available to the area. Chianti offers gorgeous countryside in the well-known wine production area. Another side trip to consider is to Pisa to visit the leaning Tower and other attractions.



• Inspire the chef in you with delicious Tuscan foods like grilled meats, beans and cheeses.



• Get out there and explore! Florence offers double-decker busses with the hop-on-hop-off policy. It's a great way to check out Piazzale Michelangelo, San Marco and the Cathedral among many other attractions.



• Make sure you take a visit to the Uffizi. It's one of the world's greatest museums with works by Michelangelo, Leonardo daVinci, Giotto and Titian. Plan to spend at least a half a day here.