Our Florence apartments offer the perfect place to stay for those looking to explore this most beautiful of cities. Florence is simply iconic. It needs no introduction. Its skyline, dominated by the impressive Duomo and Campanile, is instantly recognisable. This Renaissance city simply oozes history. It is home to some of the most beautiful architecture and famous artworks anywhere in the world. At every corner you turn, you’ll find another beautiful building or a stunning view. In short, if you’re looking for a city break, look no further than Florence.
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EXCELLENT Based on 50 reviews Miki Leibowitz2024-10-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cassina Rossa in Forte Dei Marmi was a perfectly located villa to enjoy all things Forte & truly feel like a local! The communication with the owner and her representatives was so easy and they were VERY helpful with anything we needed during our stay. We so enjoyed waking up every morning and either taking our coffee intown while it was super quiet and watching everything wake up around us or on most mornings we rode the bikes that were supplied to us to the wonderful market that was literally down the street and picked up anything we needed fresh for the day. The kitchen was beautifully equipped and we made espresso most mornings and either sat outside on ground level patio or on the roof top overlooking the mountains. It was comfortable enough to have lunch and dinner at home a couple of times and fun setting a beautiful table with their pretty dishes, linens, etc. Having Bagno Vasco the very authentic classic beach club included was a dream and a big savings! Great food, easy location to bike or drive to and the position of our chairs, umbrella and sunbed right next to the sea was great. We were there for over 2 weeks and for a nominal amount he supplied us with their towels each day so we didn’t have to bring back and forth. The villa’s proximity to the center of town can’t be beat. It’s quiet enough to be a bit removed and beautiful to see the mountains whenever walking or riding home but so close to all the wonderful restaurants & very upscale & unique shops. Forte has such a unique vibe day and night especially on market days (Wednesday and Sunday). The markets are so full of clothing, housewares, etc that you’ll need to bring an extra bag or ship stuff home. People come from everywhere to take advantage of it. The location of Forte Dei Marmi is so central and close to other towns like Pietrasanta up in the hills which allows you to experience a completely different more typically Tuscan area within a short 15-20 min drive and it’s also very close to Lucca, Pisa & Carrara (where they get the marble) only 1 1/2 hours from Florence and Portofino if you are staying longer and want to take some wonderful daytrips. Forte Dei Marmi doesn’t have the dramatic coastline of the Amalfi coast but the beauty of looking one direction and seeing the beaches and looking the other and seeing the stunning mountains including Carrara is truly unique and offers its own special beauty. Another plus is that it is very flat so much easier than many Italian towns to walk and ride bikes which everyone does everywhere. It’s fun to see everyone (mostly Italians which we loved) fully dressed for dinner on bikes as it’s truly the chosen form of transportation for the young and old. We can’t wait to return!! Victor Johansen2024-10-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jo at Bookings for You is absolutely wonderful to work with. We have booked properties in Sorrento and Sicily over the past two years (2022 & 2024) and have not been disappointed. The properties were 1st class and just phenomenal. Jo lists only the best based on; location, amenities, condition & cleanliness. I highly recommend Bookings for You when planning & booking your stay in Italy; you won't be disappointed. First class service and first class properties! Jackie Morgan2024-10-05Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service , prompt and efficient responses to enquiries . Villa was just what we wanted for a family holiday , and Fiona was a great asset ! Thanks Joy2024-09-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have just spent a fabulous week in Villa Speracedes booked with Bookings for You. Bookings for You provided excellent communication with us both prior to and during the trip to ensure that everything ran as smoothly as possible for us. The apartment was great: comfortable, very well equipped and the terrace was fabulous with a seating area for meal times, comfortable loungers to relax on and down the steps, loungers beside the pool. All having magnificent views across the valleys. Highly recommended! Rob Aherne2024-09-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fabulous stay in Villa Assisi - a big villa with private pool in a hotel resort complex. It was very peaceful, despite a very central location, and the pool was a fantastic luxury given the super-hot temperatures. We were able to use the hotel facilities, such as the tennis court and bicycles, as well, so it felt like the best of both worlds. We were well looked after by Bookings for You too. Highly recommended. evan sohun2024-08-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An amazing place. Had such a great stay with my family and the hosts were so helpful all along. Thank you! Diane Safran2024-08-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The villa is Beautiful. The staff wonderful especially the chef and Benne. Daniela is a wonderful host. Our family had a wonderful time Thank you Ella Jones2024-08-05Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely fantastic from start to finish! We had the most amazing holiday at Golfo Gabella on Lake Maggiore and will definitely be rebooking for next year 😊
We would argue that Florence needs no introduction. Florence is the capital of the Tuscany region of Italy. It is also Italy’s most populated city and is widely considered by academics to have been the birthplace of the Renaissance. Since 1982, it has also been one of Italy’s UNESCO World Heritage sites. It is famous for its culture, art, architecture, museums, and monuments.
There is no shortage of things to see and do in Florence. Even if you had a week in the city, you couldn’t do it justice. However, a good starting point for any visit to Florence is its central square – the Piazza del Duomo. This is home not just to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore but also to Giotto’s Campanile and the Baptistry, famous for its bronze doors. We recommend you head either to the top of the Campanile or the Duomo as both offer incredible views over the city below.
Next on your list of things to do in Florence must be visits to some of the many museums that the city is home to. In total there are over 70 museums in Florence if you include galleries, church and private collections. Some of the most famous include the Uffizi, Museo dell’ Opera, Palazzo Vecchio and Galleria dell’ Accademia. We would also recommend visiting the most stunning reading room at the Laurentian Library. There are a number of monuments and statues to admire outdoors to such as those in the Piazza della Signoria. And many of the churches in Florence are home to incredible paintings, frescoes and other works of art. Some of our favourites include the Basilica di Santa Croce, the Basilica di Santa Maria Novella and the Basilico di Santo Spirito.
As with any city, there are lots of opportunities to enjoy some shopping in Florence too. Head to the markets in Florence to enjoy the best of Tuscan food and crafts. The Mercato Centrale is the largest. But there are many others including the Mercato di Sant’Ambrogio and the Porcellino market. Or discover one of the markets that the locals use such as the one in Santo Spirito.
Alternatively, enjoy a stroll along the Ponte Vecchio, home to a number of jewellery businesses. Or check out the designer stores on the Via de’ Tornabuoni. Whatever you do, don’t miss a trip to our favourite pharmacy in the world – the Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella – which is also the world’s oldest pharmacy.
If the weather is nice, then it’s also well worth visiting the many parks and gardens in Florence too. The Boboli Gardens, the Giardino delle Rose and the Giardino Bardini are our favourites. The latter is particularly worth a visit for the views over the city thanks to its elevated position in the Oltrarno district of the city.
Our Florence travel guide will provide more inspiration if you’re planning a trip to Italy’s most beautiful city as will our 48 hours in Florence guide.
Just as there is no shortage of things to see and do in Florence, there is no bad time to visit the city either. After all, even if the weather isn’t on your side, there are plenty of things to do in Florence when it’s raining.
That said, if you do visit in the peak Summer months, be prepared to have to cope with soaring temperatures. Average temperatures in the city in July and August may be 25 degrees, but this will feel much hotter. And in reality, the city frequently sees those numbers exceed 30 in the peak Summer months.
We would instead recommend visiting Florence in the Spring, Autumn and even Winter months. Sightseeing is more pleasant when it’s that bit cooler. And you’ll also typically find visitor numbers are fewer too so you will have less need to queue.