Florence night and day

built in 1345, is the only surviving historic bridge that crosses the Arno River. e bridge is closed to vehicles and lined with small shops making for a nice place for a stroll.

Boboli Gardens – Beautifully designed and landscaped gardens act as an open-air museum. e grounds are dotted with ancient marble statues, ancient trees, and water fountains and are a great escape from the city streets.

How Safe Is It?

Florence is a safe place to visit. However, there are still some things that travellers should keep in mind to stay safe during their visit: Be aware of thieves: pickpocketing and petty theft is the most common crime that tourists encounter in Florence. Be on high alert in crowded areas and tourist attractions like the Piazza del Duomo and Ponte Vecchio.

Buy tickets from the source: Some tourists have reported that they have unknowingly purchased fake “skip-the-line” tickets for top attractions. Avoid being scammed and always purchase tickets directly from the source. Know how to call for help: Emergency services can be reached by calling 113. DO get travel insurance: Travel insurance can help in health emergencies as well as with covering the costs of any travel mishaps during your Florence trip.

Local Eats And Drinks

One of the best parts of travel is checking out the local cuisine, and Florence is a fantastic place to try new foods. In fact, the city is frequently recognised as one of the best food destinations. Don’t let yourself leave without trying at least one of the following:

Italians take their food very seriously, and Florence has many classic dishes to try, so be sure to try some of these traditional favourites.

Florentine steak – 2-inch thick bone-in steak grilled over a ame and then salted.

Trippa– Strips of tripe (bits from a cattle’s stomach) sauteed with tomato, onion, carrot, and celery eaten as a dish or served inside a sandwich.

Seppie in zimino – octopus simmered with spinach, herbs, onions, and tomato sauce, typically served with toasted bread

Zuppa di Fagioli – white bean soup full of vegetables and pasta

Drinks

Wine – Florence is one of the best places to sample local wines – Chianti and Brunello are two popular varieties that are produced in the region.

Italians dine later than Americans, so expect to eat dinner anytime after 8 pm.

DO carry cash: While most businesses in Florence accept cards, there are some holdouts.

Carry cash to avoid high ATM fees and for leaving tips.

DON’T be disrespectful: When visiting churches silence your phone, speak in a quiet voice, and do not disturb people who are praying. It is also a good idea to dress modestly when visiting a church, and never bring food inside.

DO leave a tip: leave a few extra euros or include a tip of around

10% at restaurants and cafes.

Top Attractions

Florence is full of incredible things to see, do, and eat. Here are a few of the top things you can’t miss while visiting the city: Duomo – A UNESCO World

Heritage Site in Florence’s historic centre. Visitors can explore the iconic cathedral and even climb the 463 steps to the enormous dome which tops the building. e views from the top are spectacular.

Ponte Vecchio – e Ponte Vecchio bridge, which was

Negroni – a bitter cocktail made with equal parts of red vermouth, Campari, and gin served with a slice of orange Cappuccino – the most popular morning drink in Florence is a cappuccino, and it tastes better if you stand at the bar with the locals while you drink it.