Are you planning a vacation to Italy, but don't know where to go? One of the most popular destinations to visit at least once in a lifetime is undoubtedly the beautiful Florence, the cradle of Italian civilization and culture. The Tuscan capital attracts millions of tourists every year who flock to see the monuments and the immense art masterpieces displayed in the various museums scattered around the city.

In fact, works of immense artistic value such as the Michelangelo's David, the Birth of Venus by Botticelli, the Brunelleschi's dome and much more. In short, you will find yourself visiting an immense open-air museum of churches, historic buildings, sculptures, bell towers and towers.

The beating heart of Florence is Signoria Square, where the majestic Old Palace. Nearby then you can visit the Uffizi Gallery, one of the most renowned and important museums in the world. A short distance away then you can see the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore with its imposing dome, the Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery of St. John.

The city is crossed by the river Arno which has a prominent place in Florentine history, for better or worse. This is because the population itself has a kind of love and hate for the waterway, which has certainly enabled the development of the local economy, but has also caused extensive damage due to the frequent floods. Crossing the river is the famous Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge), along which there are many goldsmith stores, while on the left bank is the area of Oltrarno, an area rich in monuments in which you can breathe in the atmosphere of Florence of yesteryear.

In addition to the Uffizi, there are many other things to see, including the Boboli Gardens, the Pitti Palace, the Bargello, the Porcellino Fountain, the Palatina Gallery, Santa Maria Novella, Palazzo Rucellai, the Church of Santo Spirito, and the Basilica of Santa Croce.

What to see in the city in one day

Ticket for the Uffizi and Bell Tower of Florence Cathedral

There are many things to see in Florence, but you often have little time to do so. We at Movery recommend that you book a ticket to the Uffizi and bell tower of Florence Cathedral which allows you to see some of the city's major monuments. In fact, you will have access to the Uffizi Gallery, the famous museum that houses the works of such artists as Botticelli, Raphael, Titian, Giotto, Caravaggio, Rubens, Leonardo da Vinci, Pontormo, Bronzino and others.

The cathedral of Florence

Another must-see attraction in the Florentine capital is the Florence Cathedral. Known as the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, it is the city's most important church. Completed in the 15th century, today it still boasts the largest dome masonry in the world. The building provides a three-aisle floor plan, and the largest area ever decorated with frescoes can be seen inside.

The da Vinci Interactive Museum

Also interesting and very informative for science and art lovers is the Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum. Named after the Florentine inventor and artist, the museum revisits Leonardo's genius in a modern key, offering visitors a'immersive experience in which they will be able to try out his machines, faithfully reconstructed according to the original drawings. They will also be joined by Leonardo's paintings, reproduced in a high-resolution digital version.

The National Archaeological Museum

On your Florentine day, you can't miss a trip to the National Archaeological Museum. It is located in the Crocetta Palace and was inaugurated in 1870 in the presence of King Victor Emmanuel II. The museum center today exhibits the best findings from all over Tuscany and others found in Lazio and Umbria, including Roman and Etruscan pieces and artifacts of Egyptian and Greek origin.

The Boboli Gardens

The advice is also to visit the Boboli Garden, a historic park of great charm and beauty. Originally the grand ducal garden of the Pitti Palace, it is connected to Forte di Belvedere and attracts up to 800,000 tourists every year. It is therefore one of the most beautiful italian-style gardens due to its architectural and landscape setting and sculpture collection.

Giotto's bell tower

Also not to be missed is the Giotto's Bell Tower which is located next to Florence Cathedral. Recognizable by its beautiful white, green and red marble, it is 85 meters high and has about 400 steps. L'Giottesque imprint is most visible in the three-color coating of marble from Tuscan quarries and the figurative cycle that decorates the base of the belfry and unites it with the portals of other Romanesque cathedrals.

Day at the five lands of Florence

On the other hand, if you want to move out of town, we suggest some day trips to Cinque Terre from Florence. These experiences are perfect for those who have more time on their hands and want to move outside of Tuscany. Movery thus offers a choice of day trips to the Cinque Terre including entrance fees to the national park in the province of La Spezia.

So, have you already decided how to spend your time in Florence? Hurry up and book your tickets!