Discover the city that gave the world the Renaissance. Marvel at Michelangelo’s David. Behold Botticelli at the Uffizi. Gaze across rooftops from the Duomo’s dome. Then, indulge in some retail therapy – Florence is a shopper’s paradise for style and craftsmanship. Round off the day with a seasonal Tuscan meal and a glass of Chianti. First trip or seventeenth, put the whole city in your pocket with the Best of Florence.

Reveal The Renaissance – our expert author escorts you to unmissable museums, hidden frescoes and quiet galleries

Hit The Shops – use our dedicated shopping chapter for the best local boutiques, handmade goods and top designer labels

Discerning Dining Reviews – whether you crave a family-run trattoria, bustling pizzeria, or a romantic alfresco restaurant

Sleep In Style – stay in a cozy pensione or the choicest lavish palazzo with our comprehensive accommodation listings

Full-Color Fold-Out Maps help you explore around town and away