Florence, Italy – 10 Awesome Things to Do

A trip to Florence is a dream-come-true. This historic Italian city is overflowing with classic art, intriguing architecture, beautiful views, and delectable cuisine.

Whether you visit for a weekend or stay in a villa in Florence for a few months, your time in Florence is sure to be memorable. To make the most out of your trip, check out this list of awesome things to do in Florence, Italy.

1. Stay up late and enjoy a fresh cornetto in Piazza di Santa Croce

Every night around 2 am, long after most of Florence has gone to sleep, secret bakeries throughout the city open their doors. With a license to sell exclusively to cafés and other businesses, these bakeries are not supposed to work directly with consumers. But at 2 am, when they start baking the morning batch, exhausted Florentinians stumble to the back door of these bakeries and buy a fresh pastry to wrap up their night.

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These bakeries are called secret for a reason. Who is open and where they are is constantly changing. However, rumor has it the one on Via Delle Brache is still open. Keep your voice down and have your 1 euro ready. Then, with your mouthwatering pastry in hand, walk to Piazza di Santa Croce. It’s only a block away, and it is an enchanting way to end your night.

2. Visit the Ponte Vecchio, Florence’s oldest and most picturesque bridge

There are many bridges crossing the Arno, but none as striking as the Ponte Vecchio. During 1944 of the British army in World War II, the Nazis were planning to destroy all but one of the bridges connecting to Florence to force the British army into a bottleneck effect. The myth is that Hitler told the commander to, “keep the most artistic one.” Whether it is true or not, we are left with the Ponte Vecchio.

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Appropriately translating to “Old Bridge,” the Ponte Vecchio has been around since 1345. The unique construction and fascinating history make this bridge a common stop for tourists. The shops along the Ponte Vecchio house jewelers, goldsmiths, and silversmiths. Whether or not you decide to shop while you are there, the Ponte Vecchio is a must during your trip to Florence, Italy.

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 3. Read a book or have a picnic in the Boboli Gardens