Florence, the Renaissance Capital of Italy

Florence is an ancient city in Italy, the capital of Tuscany province of Italy. It was the capital of Italy during 1865-1870. Florence is as beautiful and charming as Venice. As you might be aware, this city was the centre of renaissance in Italy. Those interested in the architectural grandeur are likely to find Florence quite attractive.

Florence is historically and culturally important for several reasons. Historically, this city has been the centre of intellectuals and innovative ideas. As for instance, Niccolo Machiavelli was associated with this city. You will remember your visit to Florence if you like aesthetics, beauty, intellect, and architectural wonder. No wonder Florence has been known as Athens of Italy for its cultural and aesthetic contribution to the world.

When you are in Florence don't forget to visit the Historic Centre of Florence, a major tourist destination in Italy. In 1982, the UNESCO declared it the World Heritage Site. Florence has too many churches and the other buildings that are architectural wonder even today. These buildings and churches have their origin in the Renaissance phase of history.

Florence has so many attractions and beautiful sites to offer that you cannot see everything in a short visit. You can go for Florence Accademia and Uffizi Gallery tour, or you can take half a day tour that combines wine tasting and country drive in the Chintai region. You can even choose conducted and guided tours organized by various tour operators that could be either of half a day or full day duration. You may even choose to travel the double decker bus that will take you around the Cathedral, Santa Croce, San Marco, and Piazzale Michelangelo among several other sites.

Florence has a lot of hotels but most of them are in the higher to mid price band. There are not many cheap hotels in Florence but it may not be difficult to find reasonably cheap hotel. One can choose hotels from two to five stars at Florence. Tourist might do well to choose hotels that are away from the station square so that they may appreciate the charm of the city. However, the hotels near the station square may suit the visitors who are on a quick and swift visit. The cheap hotels could cost as low as Euro 38 to 40 for a night while the luxury hotels could be as expensive as Euro 170 an up. The mid-range hotels can cost between Euro 60 and 100.