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22 Things That Can Ruin Your Trip to Florence (and How to Avoid Them)
Florence is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, but small mistakes can quietly…
Mistakes I Made in Florence (And What I’d Do Differently Next Time)
The first time I visited Florence, I thought I was prepared. I had my list of…
The Florence You Missed the First Time: Secret Spots Locals Love
So you’ve done it all: stood before Michelangelo’s David, climbed Brunelleschi’s Dome, crossed the Ponte Vecchio…
Florence in Autumn 2025: Best Things to Do from September to November
Florence in Autumn: Warm Evenings and Fewer Crowds September in Florence still feels a little like…
7 Fascinating Facts You Didn’t Know About the Ponte Vecchio
1. A Revolutionary Design for Its Time The Ponte Vecchio isn’t just old—it was an engineering…
Ponte Vecchio: The Story of Florence’s Oldest Bridge
Ponte Vecchio, the “Old Bridge,” stands at the narrowest point of the Arno, a place people…
Did you know Florence has its own “Statue of Liberty”?
When most people think of the Statue of Liberty, their mind goes straight to New York…
How to Visit the Uffizi Gallery in Florence: Tickets, Hours, and What You Cannot Miss
I guide tours at the Uffizi Gallery every week. I’ve watched thousands of visitors walk out…
Piazzale Michelangelo: Florence’s Most Stunning Viewpoint
Piazzale Michelangelo is one of the best places to see Florence from above. It’s about a…