Flight Destination: Florence, Italy

Introduction
Popular Tourist Attractions
Specialties
Weather
Language
Airports
Hotels
Car Rental

Introduction

Florence is a small and magnificent Italian city. You would fall in love with the architectural aura of the city in no time. Rich cultural heritage and picturesque locations in and around can provide you a perfect vacation gateway. Amerigo Vespucci International airport is well connected with all major locations in Italy.

From Museums to palaces and churches you would get mesmerized with the beauty that lies in Florence. No better location than Florence in the world you can get to experience high class architectural masterpieces.

Popular Tourist Attractions

Galleria degli Uffizi is one of the must visit Museum. You can get to experience best in class artwork - paintings, architecture and other artistic masterpieces. Accademia Gallery is another recommended gateway. Pitti Palace can offer a great resort for picturesque view of the city. Get to discover the artwork and treasures while you are there.
Santa Maria del Fiore is city's famous cathedral church. The magnificence of Italian architecture is well depicted in the exterior and interior of the church. Orsanmichele is an old church which is now transitioned to a grainery. A stroll in Baboli Gardens can provide an excellent view of the city. You can enjoy a hot coffee at the peak and recount on the memorable time you spent in Florence.

Specialties

Ponte Vecchio is famous shopping avenue in Florence. The bridge survived the World War II and today a range of authentic Italian fashion boutiques and other ornamental accessories can be bought. You can buy world class linen and cotton clothes and other antique accessories at ease on the streets and malls of Florence.

Pasta, Italian Pizza and Gelato ice creams are some of the recommended must haves while you are in Florence. You would not be disappointed with the best in class red wine that is easily available in almost all restaurants and hotels. Beef, Chicken and Ham items are pretty popular in Florence and you must try them in local on street restaurants or cafes in order to experience the actual Italian taste.

Weather

It enjoys a typical Mediterranean climate. Best time to visit Florence is from July-October. Temperatures in winters may dip t0 -10 degree Celsius. Temperatures in the summers are in the region of 20-30 degree Celsius with moderate humidity levels.

Current Weather Conditions in Florence and 3 day forecast:

partly cloudy today

Between 54°F and 70° tomorrow.

Between 54°F and 75° the day after tomorrow.

Between 56°F and 80°.

Language

Italian is spoken widely in the region. All tourist destinations may have English guides and available support.

Airports

Peretola Airport is a major airport in region.

Hotels

Some travelers may find it more convenient to stay closer to the airport, while others enjoy downtown. Here is a good start for finding good hotel.

Comfortable and cheap hotels are numerous and handy in Florence downtown and around Florence airport. Take advantage of excellent amenities, facilities and services they are offering.

It is hard to decide which hotel is the best hotel in Florence. Compare latest Florence hotel prices and amenities starting here.

Car Rental

Most convenient way to enjoy Florence no matter whether it's for work or pleasure is to rent a car.

Get more out of Florence:

Galleria degli Uffizi

Accademia Gallery

Pitti Palace

Santa Maria del Fiore

Orsanmichele

stroll in Baboli Gardens