The city of Florence, known for its rich cultural and historical treasures has been divided into different neighborhood which offers a variety of things to do. Let's take a virtual tour of this Italian gem and places to visit:
It's a food lover's paradise in San Lorenzo, known for being one of the best neighborhoods in Florence. Where you can savor the flavors of Tuscany, roam through their vibrant marketplace, and be in awe of the Medici Chapel. A perfect spot for cultural discoveries and foodies since it combines traditional charm with a lively vibe and is a dream come true for foodies.
It borders San Marco and San Giovanni, being home to the covered Mercato Central Market and representing their street market, which is known for its leather goods around the city. Indulge into the unique artworks in the city at Renaissance Basilica di San Lorenzo and nearby Medici Chapels reflecting beautiful Renaissance artworks.
One of the Florence neighborhoods, Santa Croce is famous for its magnificent church, the Basilica of St. Cecilia which has Galileo and Michelangelo's tomb. This place is a hub for commerce, filled with stores and cafes.
Get a chance to glance upon a leather school where craftsmen work hand in hand on exquisite leather goods and soak up the historical richness and artistic characteristics of this area.
A real Florentine neighborhood located near Duomo, the beautiful atmospheric streets of this renowned residential district, extend just east of San Giovanni to the magnificent Basilica of Santa Croce. It is lined with a bunch of eateries, old palazzi, and eccentric boutiques.
One of the best things to do in Florence is to stroll through the food stalls here try on their delicious local savories and look up to the mounds of treasures at the Largo Annigoni flea market.
One of the best neighborhoods to stay in Florence, San Frediano located on the other side of Santo Spirito is a quiet residential area where many local Florentines call this neighborhood home and love to cherish their alimentary food corner and family-run businesses and enterprises.
However, recently this area has up-scaled its level by introducing modern eateries and retail establishments. Some of the exciting things to do in Florence in this neighborhood is to stroll through the streets and embrace its vintage vibes, it's an ideal place for people who love handcrafted goods, and you will observe minimal tourist activity here. Don't miss out on an opportunity to visit the stunning Cappella Brancacci, sometimes called the early Renaissance equivalent to the Sistine Chapel.
Oltrarno means “On the other side of the Arno River” and is a haven for lovers of arts and crafts, and foodies being known for its craftsmanship and decorative boutiques, it has an additional advantage that it’s nowhere near the busy central which means you will find a calmer, more authentic and professional area filled with artisans studios displaying centuries-old crafts, featuring lots of antique shops and friendly taverns or restaurants run by families, whereas Santo Spirito, San Niccolò, and San Frediano are among the 3 zones of Florence that are included in Oltrarno.
The Florence neighborhoods are a mosaic of history, art, and modernity which offers an experience that is unique and diverse for all types of travelers, every quarter has a role to play in the city’s stunning tapestry whether you’re attracted by its concealed historic treasures, famous landmarks or locally produced flavors it covers it all.
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