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Florence is the most beautiful city in Europe. This is just my opinion. I am half Italian so I am somewhat bias in my pick. There are so many beautiful buildings and vistas that no other city can compare.

 

 

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Run away from the steaming summer cities, discover the close and hidden beauty of the Valdarno in Tuscany (the Valley of the river Arno north east to Florence): refreshing woods, soft hillsides, beautifully restored traditional country houses (often with swimming pools), great Tuscan food … And some of the world finest and best known art towns (Arezzo, Florence, Siena …) Book now your farm house or your apartment in Tuscany!

This 3 star hotel in Florence is located in a peaceful position in the city centre, just a few steps away from the Cathedral in Piazza del Duomo, the Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery. It is also only 5 minutes away from the station. As far as parking places are concerned, garage facilities may also be arranged. This clearly privileged position represents an ideal starting-point for visiting museums of Florence, making purchases in the most elegant shops of the city and taking part in conferences and seminars.

The 4 star Hotel is located in the centre of Florence, it is located in a prestigious palace of late XIXth century, now completely renewed. The high comfort level, the elegant old Florence style furniture, the precious marbles, wooden boiseries and the fresco-painted ceilings let hotel guests enjoy the charming atmosphere of the 19th century Florence. The Hotel is air conditioned and equipped with all the modern technologies.

In the heart of the historical center, overlooking the charming Piazza Antinori, lies the building where the Hotel De La Ville is now located, one of the most prestigious and famous facilities in Florence. Nearby the main attractions: Duomo, Old bridge, Uffizi gallery... This 4 star hotel has always been a point of reference for famous guests including aristocratic Florentine families, politicians, and famous cultural and entertainment figures, drawn by the elegant and luxurious ambiance and top quality services which are offered to them.

This bed and breakfast near Florence, once a 15-th century villa, is located in the midst of the green hills surrounding Florence. It’s an unique accomodation for an unforgettable stay. The beautiful position in the Tuscan landscape is very appreciated even by Florentines, an ideal place to relax and to meditate upon the fascinating historic sites of Florence. The Locanda can be easily reached by urban bus, private car park is available.

This 5 star hotel in Florence is located in the center of Florence, surrounded by streets of dazzling shops and artisan boutiques and only 100 meters from the Arno river which will take you to Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi museum and all major tourist and cultural attractions which can easily be reached on foot. The hotel is strategically located near the train station (8 minutes on foot) and if coming by car, you can conveniently park in our underground garage with an elevator bringing you directly to the Hotel's main hall.

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Dear visitor, Welcome to aboutflorence.com
This non-commercial website offers interesting and useful information about one of the most beautiful city in the world, Florence (Italy). We have collected for you the most precious historical and practical information available:

NEW IN ABOUT FLORENCE:
25/07/05 About Florence finally in German. "Über Florenz: Ihr Touristenführer für Florenz". Informationen über die Stadt Florenz: Geschichte, Kultur, Hotels, Stadtpläne und vieles mehr.
15/07/05 Guided tours of Florence: find information about Florence guided tours and visits. You can now book your guided tour and visit in Florence with us: city sightseeing, florence walking tours, guided visit to Accademy Gallery and Uffizi Gallery and much more...
05/05/05 Study Abroad in Florence: added information about Art Courses in Florence, for students who are interested in drawing, painting, watercolour and history of italian art courses in Florence.
07/04/05 Events in Florence: added information about the Florence Internationl Music Festival, a festival designed especially for young talented musicians from all over the world.
04/02/05 Are searching for information about the city of Siena? Now is finally online Aboutsiena.com, your tourist guide to Siena.
31/01/05 Florence Cinemas: Your guide to what's playing in Florence movie theaters. An update and complete list of all movies in Florence.
02/12/04 About Florence finally in Italian. "Visita La tua guida a Firenze in italiano".
16/11/04 Florence Museums Ticket Reservations: book your visit to a Florence Museum with us;
28/10/04 Book accomodation in Florence: find and book your hotels, B&B and apartments in Florence with us.

ABOUT FLORENCE, ITALY: here you can find all general information about the "city of florence", as the history of the city, the art and the culture of Florence as well as his famous peoples. Here you can also find information about the economy of the city, the most important events in Florence besides to the folkloristic one;

INFORMATION: Discover the city of Florence having a look at the monuments and museums, walking through our suggested itineraries and having a break in its beautiful parks and gardens, or, if you prefer, choose among our collections of Florence Virtual Tours. If you like to discover local food and drink have a look at the Florentine cuisine. Would you like to bring home a local souvenir? Don't forget to take note of the local typical markets of Florence, and, above of all, don't forget to make an excursion in the Florence' environs: visiting Tuscany and its beautiful cities like Siena, Pisa or Lucca.

TOURISTIC GUIDE: Are you planning to go to Florence? Here you'll find some very useful information for your staying in the city. Before leaving discover how to move to/from/inside Florence, find an hotels or an accomodation, take note of the places where to get information about the city once in Florence, look at the useful maps and at the always updated weather situation of Florence. You'd probably like to know where to make shopping, where to do sport and fitness and finally where to spend the night in Florence, dancing or going to theatre. Do you want more? Then attend an italian language course and learn the italian language and culture better than ever.

ADDRESSES: Here there are come useful address for any convenience or need: emergency number , location of the consulates, where to rent a bike. And if in your accomodation doesn't offer a washing machine, then you'll find very helpful this list of wash & dry in Florence. Obviously... we can't forget a list of Internet Points in Florence :)

Where to beign? Let's give a look to this Florence Art Map Guide (generously given by Firenze by Net)

About Florence, Italy: Florence Art Map THE "CATHEDRAL", THE "CUPOLA" AND THE "CAMPANILE DI GIOTTO" THE "BASILICA OF SAN LORENZO" ANT THE "CAPPELLE MEDICEE GALLERY OF THE "HOSPITAL OF THE INNOCENTS" of SS.ANNUNZIATA