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10 Important Things to Know Before Visiting Florence

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO TO FLORENCE, ITALY

Today we share the things to know before you go to Florence Italy, so you know how to plan a trip to Florence. We share the best time to visit Florence, when to go to Florence and how to get to Florence including how to get to Florence from Rome. We also share the typical costs in Florence and how to save money in Florence, so that you know how to visit Florence on a budget. We also share Florence Attractions so you know what to do in Florence Italy.

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00:00 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU VISIT FLORENCE
00:33 BEST TIME TO VISIT FLORENCE
01:01 GETTING TO FLORENCE
01:40 GETTING AROUND FLORENCE
02:13 TYPICAL PRICES IN FLORENCE
02:52 SAVING MONEY IN FLORENCE
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One of the most beautiful and historically significant cities in the world…join me as I help you decide what to do, where to go, where to stay, and what to eat in stunning Florence.

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- From Pisa Airport (Gallilei Gallileo Intl Airport): Take the Pisamover to Pisa Centrale Station, and buy a ticket to Florence (Santa Maria Novella Station)
- From Florence Airport (Peretola)
Cheapest option is the new Tram from T2 to Santa Maria Novella Station in Florence.
Or just hop in a cab)

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- The most user friendly website for reserving skip the line reserved ticket times (for the Uffizi Gallery and the Academia Gallery (Michelangelo's David) is:

(But you’ll pay more of a fee…but it is user friendly)
- The official ticketing website for the Uffizi Gallery and The David is B-ticket:

(Less user-friendly, but a cheaper ticket price…and it’s not that hard to figure it out)
- The official site for reserving a climb for the Duomo is here (this will also include entrance into all of the attractions of the Duomo):


- You can also call to book a time at the Uffizi and David by calling this number from a US phone:
011-39-055-294-883
- Or this number from an Italian phone:
055-294-883

You can also sometimes book through your hotel (if you’re staying at a hotel)
Or go with a small group tour like ArtVivia (more expensive, but highly recommended):


Food:
- All’Antico Vinaio
- Gustapizza
- Le Volpi e L’Uva
- Trattoria Mario
- Trattoria Za Za
- Zeb
- Cibrèo Trattoria
- Osteria Santo Spirito
- L’Osteria di Giovanni
- Trattoria Giovanni

Gelato:
- Venchi
- Vivoli
- Gelateria La Carraia
- Gelateria Artigianale La Strega Nocciola
- Gelateria Santa Trinita
- My Sugar
- Gelateria Dei Neri (one of my two favorites)
- Perché No (my favorite)

Neighborhoods/Piazzas/Sites:
- Piazza della Signoria
- Ponte Vecchio (Make sure to climb to the top)
- Oltrarno (Across any of the bridged on the other side of the Arno River)
- San Frediano
- Santo Spirito
- Walk along the Arno River

Markets:
- Mercato Centrale
- Mercato di San Lorenzo
- Loggia del Mercato Nuovo
- Sant’Ambrogio Market

Michaelangelo’s David:
Galleria dell’Accademia
(Again…make sure to book an advanced entrance time)

Other Museums/Art/History:
- Uffizi Gallery (BOOK AHEAD)
- Palazzo Vecchio
- Palazzo Pitti

Churches:
- Duomo di Firenze, also the Crypt below, the Baptistry, and Giotto’s Bell Tower (though as I said in the video…you’ll get as a good a view of the city from climbing the Palazzo Vecchio with FAR FEWER crowds)
- Basilica di Santa Croce (burial site of famous Italians)
- Medici Chapel (also the family tomb for the Medici)

Parks/Nature:
- Boboli Gardens (Beautiful impressive huge park)
- Giardino Bardini (My favorite park in the city)
- Rent a bike and ride through the hills above Florence. Best route (in my opinion) Head across the Ponte all Grazie (Bridge), and bike up the hills above Piazzale Michaelangelo.

Views of the City:
- la Rinascente (4th floor…up the green stairs)
- Rooftop bar of the Westin Excelsior
- Watch the Sunset on the St Trinity Bridge

Tuscany:
(I rented a car…I think it cost me around 50 Euros for the day)
- Day Trip/Wine Tour of Tuscany (There are many options for tours…I loved the small group half/day tour with Prestige rent…I found it on Trip Advisor (linked here):

- Siena (if you only visit one town in Tuscany…make it Siena. Also take the bus, not the train)
- San Gimignano (Can be seen on the same day as Siena as they’re close by)
- Pisa
- Lucca (aerial shot of Lucca is from videoblocks.com)

PLACES I DIDN’T HAVE TIME TO FEATURE:
Restaurants:
- Osteria Vini e Vecchi Sapori (VERY POPULAR spot. Reservations are a must)
- Bella Donne (fantastic meatballs…or “polpettine”)
- Hostaria Il Desco (great little hidden gem near the Ponte Vecchio in a winding alley)

Other things to see/do:
- Bargello Museum
- Strozzi Museum
- Museo dell'Opera del Duomo (The Duomo’s museum)

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Continue your Florence #vacation by taking in some of the world’s most stunning religious art, much of it created under the Medici family in the 15th and 16th centuries. You’ll find statues in parks and fountains, as well as outside and inside buildings.

On the south side of the Arno River is Palazzo Pitti, one of the Medici family’s residences during the Renaissance. It’s now a large set of galleries, where you can view Medici heirlooms and prized artwork.

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0:00 - Florence
0:46 - Centro Storico
1:43 - Basilica di San Lorenzo
1:56 - Santa Maria del Fiore cathedral
2:06 - Uffizi Gallery
2:27 - Piazza della Signoria
2:39 - Gallery of The Academy
2:47 - Ponte Vecchio
2:59 - Palazzo Pitti

IS FLORENCE ITALY SAFE? IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING FLORENCE - PICKPOCKETS AND SCAMS

IS FLORENCE SAFE? Here is some important information you should know before visiting Florence Italy.

With a rating of 78%, ITALY is ranked 34th out of 162 on the ranking of the safest to most dangerous countries.

Florence is the capital city of the region of Tuscany in Italy and has a population of about 366,500. Despite the size it has a small quaint atmosphere. Florence is a small city and generally a safe place where street-smart rules apply.

Like most cities in Italy, Florence is a safe destination for travellers and women travelling alone.

You will feel safe walking the streets at any time of day or night.

There is hardly ever violent crime and very little property crime.

However, there are occasional instances of pickpocketing and purse snatching particularly around the train station.

As in any touristic place, there may be people trying to scam you in Florence. Be aware of “gold ring” tricks, fake petitions, groups of teenagers acting strangely or trying to distract you; and people offering help with your luggage.

All in all, Florence is a very safe city, but has some pickpocket issues.

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FLORENCE TRAVEL GUIDE | Top 20 Things to do in Florence, Italy

Come join us as we visit Florence, Italy in this travel guide covering the best things to do, eat and experience in the city. Quite possibly the most beautiful city in Italy features stunning architecture, cathedrals and artwork along with great food and markets worth visiting. Overall, no trip to Italy is really complete without a visiting Florence.

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Intro - 00:01
1) Florence Cathedral (Il Duomo di Firenze) / 5 Attractions Pass: - 00:35
2) Bell Tower of Florence (Giotto's Campanile) - 01:32
3) Florence Baptistery (Battistero di San Giovanni) - 02:16
4) Museum of the Works of the Cathedral (Museo dell’Opera del Duomo) - 02:41
5) Crypt of Santa Reparata - 03:00
6) Filippo Brunelleschi’s Dome of Florence Cathedral - 03:19
7) Gelato Grom - 03:42
8) Uffizi Gallery (Galleria degli Uffizi) - 04:27
9) Pizzeria Toto for Italian pizza- 06:09
10) Piazza della Signoria - 07:05
11) Palazzo Vecchio -07:19
12) Loggia dei Lanzi - 07:23
13) Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze / Gallery of the Academy of Florence - 08:07
14) Ponte Vecchio - 09:19
15) Piazzale Michelangelo - 10:18
16) Sunset Views of Florence - 10:20
17) Food at the Central Market in Florence- 10:47
18) Central Market Florence for grocery shopping - 12:00
19) Cooking Pasta at Home - 12:12
20) Florence at Night - 13:37
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Our visit Florence travel guide covers some of the top attractions including a food guide to local Italian food, top sightseeing tourist attractions and the city by day and by night including visiting cathedrals, pizzerias, ruins, parks, the coliseum and the Vatican City. We cover activities you won't find in a typical Florence tourism brochure, Florence itinerary or Florence, Italy city tour also known as Firenze Italia.

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Florence: when it comes to Renaissance art, there’s probably no better city in the world to soak it all in!

Our time here was spent viewing works by Italian masters both in museums and public spaces, marvelling at the architecture - in particular Florence Cathedral and its massive dome, going in search of the best lookout points, and eating plenty of pizza & gelato sharing the best things to do in Florence on your visit.

We paid 15 Euros for a ticket that gave us access to 5 attractions associated with Florence Cathedral. Giotto’s Campanile, the bell tower stands 84.7 metres with 414 steps.

We made our way over to our next attraction: the Baptistry. Known as both the Florence Baptistry and the Baptistry of Saint John.

We continued to Museo dell’Opera del Duomo, which is a museum dedicated to conserving artworks relating to Florence Cathedral.

It was time to climb the dome of Florence Cathedral. We ate our gelato at Grom and it was delicious.

The Uffizi Gallery is considered one of the best museums in the world focusing on the Italian Renaissance. Most of the art collection you see today was gifted to the city of Florence by Anna Maria Luisa, the last Medici heiress.

From Uffizi Gallery you get some pretty cool views of Ponte Vecchio and the Arno River from a higher vantage point.

We visited in Florence was Piazza della Signoria, an L-shaped square right in the heart of the city. A landmark in this square is Palazzo Vecchio or the Town Hall. And to the right of this building, you have the Loggia dei Lanzi.

Speaking of David, we did find him, over at Galleria dell’Accademia. Michelangelo’s David depicts the Biblical David carved out of a single block of marble.

Ponte Vecchia during the 16th century that one of the Medici ordered for the butcher shops to be replaced with jewellers.

When it comes to sunset in Florence, there are no better views than from Piazzale Michelangelo overlooking the historic center on the other side of the Arno River.

This indoor market is foodie central with the second floor of the market is filled with eateries. Central Market is a great place to pick up ingredients to bring back to your kitchen.

We hope you enjoyed this Florence travel guide and that it gave you ideas of things to do.

This is part of our Travel in Italy video series showcasing Italian food, Italian culture and Italian cuisine.

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Florence being a vital city of Italy takes you on a journey of love that you end up cherishing. You fall in love with the diverse art, the Italian history and the best Gelato in the world. The Italian city is a living museum, with every street, alley, and building brimming with history. Florence is frequently said to be the cradle of the Renaissance. This city in the northern hills of Italy produced the period's first writers and artists.

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Booking a trip to Florence? We have you covered! In this video we quickly review all the tips and tricks needed for your trip to Florence. We cover, where to eat in florence, where to stay in florence, what to do in florence, and others. Florence has so much to offer and it can be overwhelming choosing what to do. This video should help your vacation be a memorable one. When your in firenze you will need to see the uffizi gallery, the ponte vecchio, and most importantly the duomo.

Florence is more than a city, it's a feeling. The city is filled with art, history, and most importantly, amazing food. When in Florence, the diet goes out the window. Be ready for red wine, Florentine steak, and truffle pasta. Some of our favorite restaurants are:
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:46 Number 1 The Best Sculpture on Earth
1:47 Number 2 Take a Tour of the Uffizi Gallery
2:49 Number 3 Walk across Ponte Vecchio
4:11 Number 4 The Gates of Paradise
5:17 Number 5 The Duomo and Brunelleschi's Dome
6:49 Number 6 Dine at Mercato Centrale
7:59 Number 7 Try Trippa & Lampredotto
8:59 Number 8 Devour a Fiorentina on a Food Tour
9:38 Number 9 Ride a Vespa!
10:26 Number 10 Try Vernaccia di San Gimignano on a Tuscan Vinyard
11:06 Number 11 Sunset at Piazzale Michelangelo
11:37 Number 12 Absorb the Brancacci Chapel
12:35 Number 13 Eat & Hang out in Santo Spirito
13:27 Number 14 Go to Cinque Terre for the Day, or More!
14:30 Number 15 Plan a trip to the Leaning Tower of Pisa
15:31 Number 16 Rub the Boar's Nose
16:32 Number 17 The Abbey of San Miniato al Monte

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Hi. Welcome to The Roman Guy How 2 Series. Today, we're going to show you to get the most out of your day trip to Florence.

A lot of people refer to Florence as a city, but it has much more of a small village type feel. It's perfect for a day trip because it's centrally located between Milan, Venice, and Rome, and very easy to get to by fast train. It's an hour from Rome, two hours from Venice, and an hour and 40 minutes from Milan. Think of it this way, it's a three-hour car ride from Rome to Florence or a one-hour train ride.

Our first stop is Accademia which is about 13 minutes by foot from the main train station. Be sure to RSVP tickets to Accademia to see Michelangelo's David. You can call ahead to get the lowest price or book online with one of our partners.

I recommend getting inside by 9:30 AM. Be sure to give yourself at least 30 minutes between your reservation and your train arrival time.
It's heavily debated on what Michelangelo's masterpiece is, but David is an amazing work of art with a great story. After David's completion, Michelangelo was asked why he worked so fast. His response was, I saw an angel trapped in that marble and I carved him until I set him free.

The central market of Florence is about a seven-minute walk from Accademia. In Italian, it's referred to as il Mercato Centrale. It's a great place to grab a coffee, some fruit or snacks to keep you going all day.

After the central market, you should head to Brunelleschi's Cathedral, which is Florence's central focal point. You'll hear the massive cathedral being referred to as il Duomo. It's recognized for its captivating color scheme, bronze doors, and magnificent cupola, or dome. The cathedral took over a hundred years to build and was consecrated in 1436 during the height of the Florentine Renaissance.

Right in Piazza del Duomo is a great artisanal gelato shop called Gelato Edoardo Bio. It's family-owned, organic, and has recipes that are over a hundred years old.

The Basilica of Santa Croce, is not only a beautiful church but the final resting place of Michelangelo and Galileo. One of the best parts about Santa Croce is on the outside. This lively piazza is a people-watchers dream.

There are plenty of outdoor restaurants in Florence but consider La Cantinetta Verrazzano. This is a local favorite and recommendation of one of our guides in Florence.

From here, you should pass by one of Italy's most famous bridges, the Ponte Vecchio or old bridge, famous for its shops physically built into the bridge. Today, most of them sell gold, but they've been selling different artisanal goods here since it was constructed as far back as the 12th century.

Now you're right around the corner from Piazza della Signoria. This square is connected to one of the world's most impressive collections of Renaissance art, the Uffizi Gallery.

Piazza della Signoria is host to a beautiful array of outdoor statues, monuments, and fountains. The most notable building in this square is Palazzo Vecchio which is the Town Hall of Florence.
By now, it should be getting late and you should consider going to All'Antico Vinaio for a Florentine sandwich.

On the way to the train station, you should stop by La Fontana del Porcellino. It's a bronze statue of a boar and Florence's most famous piece of folklore. You put a coin in the boar's mouth and let it slide out. If it successfully falls the grate below, it ensures a safe return to Florence. This tradition was documented as early as 1766.

From here, you're only 10 to 15 minutes from the main train station, but by a rule of thumb when in a foreign city, you should try to get there 20 minutes early.

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What will you see in this video - Important things to know before visiting Italy
Here is my list of things that I personally wish I knew before visiting Italy and moving there, so I hope this helps you as well

1. Italy & Italian food is more han pizza & pasta
Here are just some examples of the delicious Italian food in the different regions that I didn't know before visiting Italy for the first time
Milan is famous for Risotto alla Milanese
Rome - Cacio e pepe
Bologna - Ragu alla bolognese
Sicily - Cannoli

2. Consider taking the train, instead of renting a car in Italy but it is really important to know that you should ALWAYS Validate your ticket!
If you decide to take the train, you check prices here but it's important to know that railway sistem in Italy is more developed in the North than in the South of Italy


3. If you’re not in a big city, shops and restaurants will be closed in the afternoon in between meals in Italy
Also, it's very imporant to know that many times the restaurants that remain open are usually a toursit trap!

4. You cant just wave at a taxi and expect it to stop, go to a stand - Before visiting Italy try to undderstand where will be your hotel which is the closest taxi stand for you

5. Learn a couple of important words before visiting Italy - it will take you a long way

6. Always have cash with you - you cant pay less than 5 euros
Before visiting Italy exchange some money so you make sure you have some cash with you when you arrive in Italy. These small but imporant things will save you lots of headaches

7. Dress well but don’t overdo it
It's important to keep thisn in mind when you're packing your suitcase before visiting Italy

8. Try to avoid restaurant with photo of the dishes exposed outside, usually their food is “ for tourists” and restaurants where they have photos in the menu
These things are important and especially true for big tourist spots like Rome, Milan and Venice which are floaded of tourists

9. Be ready to pay for a “coperto”
It's one of these small things that it's imporant to know before visiting Italy so you don't end up funny situations like I did

10. Relax & be patient, things will slow down or go wrong
Take a gelato and enjoy your Dolce Vita in Italy!! Don't let small things ruin your perfect holiday

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Chapters in this video - Important things to know before visiting Italy

00:00 - Intro
1:00 - #1 Tip about food
2:21 - #2 Transport
3:51 - #3 Working hours in hospitality
4:21 - #4 Taking a taxi
5:15 - #5 How to get treated better
5:52 - #6 Ways of payment
7:29 - #7 How to dress in Italy
7:57 - #8 Restaurants to avoid
8:55 - #9 Paying for Coperto
9:41 - #10 La dolce vita


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