The Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore. Also known as Florence Duomo, is the defining landmark of…read moreFlorence and one of the most impressive cathedrals in the world. Dominating the city skyline, it is instantly recognizable for Brunelleschi's magnificent dome, a masterpiece of Renaissance engineering and artistic vision. The exterior is eyecatching , with its intricate façade of white, green, and pink marble that feels both elegant and monumental. Standing in Piazza del Duomo, the scale of the cathedral is awe‑inspiring, especially when viewed alongside Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery. Inside, the cathedral is huge and relatively restrained compared to its ornate exterior. This simplicity emphasizes the immense size of the space. Climbing the dome was a highlight for sure although it nearly took out the hubs. Smile. Folks back in the day must have been tiny because there steps are so small and curvy. When you reach the top, you think you can walk out on the ledge for the spectacular panoramic views. No!!! You have to climb a ladder to get to the perimeter. Similar exhale to that of crossing the finish line at a marathon. The panoramic views are spectacular!

Saluti da Firenze!…read more Bathed in architectural beauty, artist charm, and centuries of history, my partner, our friends, family members, and I arrived in this Italian city of culture last Monday afternoon. Located in the heart of the stunning Tuscany region, the city is surrounded by natural and manmade beauty at every turn. Home to globally renowned landmarks such as the Florence Cathedral and Michelangelo's David, Florence offers a journey of discovery and enlightenment. Situated at the Piazza del Duomo, which is the busiest square in the city, Florence Cathedral is dedicated to Santa Maria del Fiore, dominates the skyline, and gives it real character and grace with its famous Brunelleschi's red dome. The construction of the building started at the end of the thirteenth century because the Florentines wanted to excel not only in commercial terms but also in architectural terms. It was not completed until the 15th century and is the fourth largest cathedral in Europe. We visited the area on our 2 days during the day and evening. It is highly recommended to visit the square in the evening, when the day trippers have gone home. Admission to the cathedral was free, and the huge line moved quickly. The marble façade in green, pink, and white was absolutely stunning. The rest of the interior may seem simple at first until one stands beneath the dome and gasps at the masterpiece above. No words can describe its presence and the sheer scale; it's a must-visit!

Looking for a place to park so we can walk around the city center. We just happened to come across…read morethis place. We parked our rental car here. We had to leave keys with them. But we came back car was ok and the service was nice too. €3 hr or €5hr. It still wasn't bad. We were able to cross bridge and walk around easily.

This garage ripp you off! On the web side it says 5 eur an hour, the charged 60 euro for 3,5 hour!…read moreThe most expensive garage I have ever parked in, and they seem to try to charge much more to tourists than local people! Keep off! Dag, Norway

I have never been to a more poorly run operation. We parked our car here for one night. We are…read morestill waiting for our car...it has has been over 3 hours, still don't have our car. They said they would get us a cab to our car because they don't keep it on site! Guess what...no cab either...shocker! We are now going to miss our scheduled tours in Rome, which we will not ever have an opportunity to do again because this was our once in a lifetime trip. Avoid this garage at all costs!!!!!! Still waiting...

Traveling through Italy by car was tough enough given the crowds and limited parking spots. This…read moreplace was an awesome find and we used it during our stay. Close to main areas. Professional, friendly staff. Pricing in range with others in similar location and I didn't feel ripped off (vs other experiences).

This now-semi-parking-lot Piazza was inaugurated in 1901, and named (for the third time) after the…read morebattle of Mentana in Lazio in 1867. The monument situated here is in honor of Italian soldiers fallen in the battle led by Garibaldi. It was originally called Piazza delle Travi because here was the deposit for the logs that would come from the forest areas from upriver (Casentino and Vallombrosa). There was a little port here that was taken down in the 1200's when the Rubaconte bridge was built (now called Ponte alle Grazie). By then the piazza had been re-named Piazza d'Arno. I understand Firenze is tight for parking spaces but his little piazza has great history and thanks to its Arno view it has also some potential for a nice relaxing viewpoint of Oltrarno. Hopefully one day they will make this Piazza not a parking lot, as was luckily the fate of Piazza Duomo and Repubblica.

BEWARE: Downtown Florence has car triffic restricted to residents or those with a termp permit…read more Garage Oriuolo website says that they will request the ZTL access (i.e. "Temporary Downtown car access permit") once you get there: THEY DON'T! They even confirmed that in an email I wrote BEFORE getting to Florence. Two months late I received a ticket from the City of Florence ($48). If/When you use this garage do two things: 1) Request and KEEP the "ricevuta fiscale" (printed receipt) for the payment, which indicates the date of parking 2) Before paying/leaving ask them again if they have requested the ZTL permit and ask them "How do I know you submitted? What if I get a ticket by mail?" Get proof. Ask them for a WRITTEN declaration of some sort indicating they have requested the ZTL to the City and when. The document MUST indicate the license plate of the car and the date.

Received multiple fines but this garage doesn't respond to anything. Please find a different place…read moreto park.

So good trains so fast ticket purchase so easy T2 here from…read morehotel so easy people reps inside answer questions love love

One of Italy's busiest stations as the main hub to Venice, Rome, Naples with 160,000 people passing…read morethrough every day, Santa Maria Novella is more than just a train station. It serves as a grand gateway to the heart of Florence bustling with locals and tourists, strategically positioned in the northwest corner of the historical center. Opened in 1935, it features a spacious entrance hall with a glass and steel roof. The station's main entrance leads directly to a large hall where tickets are purchased and information on several digital boards displaying train schedules prominently. There are 19 clearly marked platforms, and directional signs in multiple languages help guide passengers to their trains. The station houses several eateries, from quick snacks and coffee bars to sit-down restaurants. My partner, our friends, family member, and I waited here last Wednesday for our high-speed Italo train on our last leg to Rome. Andiamo!

Secure car park in the centre of town but, expensive at €30 for 24 hours :-(…read more The 24 hours also begins at noon each day irrespective of when you arrive and don't get fooled by the guy who says its 24 hours and fails to tell you that it starts at noon everyday. The moment you get your ticket and read it, you realise you been misled. Having said that this place is safe, secure and staffed by friendly people. The choice for parking is slim and this is not a bad option.

We've used this garage a few times as it provides easy access from outside the ZTL yet still an…read moreeasy walk into the center from the (arguably) less crowded & (in our opinion) more beautiful Santa Croce side. Entrance could be tricky (stay to the far left at the light) since the entrance lane is blocked off from the Main Street. It's also very narrow inside, but once you get down the ramps, you'll be fine. Easy stair or lift access back to the street. Cost is average, but I think all the city run garages are about the same.