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Florence in central Italy. The capital city of Tuscany on the River Arno surrounded by gentle hills.

It has the most wonderful centre, easy to walk and explore with much of beauty. Not a big area, it's easy on foot, but make sure you have a map and guide book.

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Sightseeing

We have shown a selection of sightseeing that can be arranged, if thats your preference. It is however, an enjoyable city to walk around and explore in your own time.

The Piazza della Signoria
The main square, city centre over the centuries.

The sculptures. David (the original is in the Galleria dell'Accademia) by Michelangelo. Hercules and Cacus by Bandinelli. Nettuno by Ammannati. Loggia dei Lanzi the outdoor sculture gallery and The Galleria degli Uffizi.

Palazzo Vecchio - Old Palace, The cities town hall dating back to 1302.

Ponte Vecchio
The current bridge was rebuilt in 1345 and has had shops on the bridge since the 13th century. Since 1593 only goldsmiths and jewellers have been allowed to have shops on the bridge.

Accademia Gallery
The Accademia houses Michelangelo's David. A wonderfil statue ... should not be missed.

The Pitti Palace
The Pitt Palace with its collection of art and scuptures. Also lovely gardens.

Uffizi Gallery
One of the worlds finest art galleries with works by Leonardo da Vinci, Giotto, Botticelli and Michelangelo.

The "Duomo": Florence's Cathedral
Built in 1418 by Filippo Brunelleschi

Santa Croce
Santa Croce, rebuilt for the Franciscan order in 1294.Overlools Piazza Santa Croce, The square may be closed at times, its the site of the annual soccer game in medieval costume, the Calcio Storico.

These are a selection, places we beleive a person should see when visiting Florence.

Getting Around Florence

Air: Florence Airport has mainly limited flights with in Europe - View -

Rail: Rail is available to most parts of Italy this includes Rome and Pisa.

Cruise Ships: Rail is available Livorno to Florence - time permitting.

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I find Naples raw and exciting ... it has a feeling of adventure with lots to explore.

To see the city area I would walk the centre area, then use the Hop On Hop Off Bus for the remainder ... the bus pass is one day, so plan to make the most pf this.

Pompeii is a must, but needs to be seen with a guide or a good guidebook. I would take the train out to Pompeii as it's close to the station.

Capri is a lovely day ... easy to arrange the Hydrofoil to the island, though I would suggest an overnight, giving you time to see more.

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