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We walked from our hotel near the Basilica di Santa Croce, crossing through neighborhoods we had never seen, hiking up hills we didn't know existed, all for the views from Piazzale Michelangelo. Were the views worth it? Absolutely. Stunning and expansive, with lots of spots to sit, rest and people watch. The majority of the people there that day had congregated on one side of the piazza - the picture-taking from that spot must have been extra-'Gram worthy - but we were able to find views that were just as spectacular a few feet away. All the views, none of the crowds. There are a few stalls set up along the road - oh yeah, you can drive up to the Piazzale, as well - selling all kinds of touristy items. They also had a few snack carts, selling drinks and ice cream and sweet treats. There's a replica of the Statue of David dominating the middle of the square, as well as paths down to other parts of the garden. Despite the number of people, it was quite peaceful up there. We were able to snag a couple of seats on one of the marble benches, giving us a chance to people watch and enjoy the cool air that had rolled in on our way up the hill. If nothing else, it was a nice way to see parts of Firenze we wouldn't have otherwise seen (traipsing through the aforementioned neighborhoods) and for us to get even more steps in before heading back down to find something else to shove in our faces.
Well this was the most memorable part of our trip - where my boyfriend proposed!!! We're engaged!!! We took the bus from Oltrarno up to the Piazzale for sunset. We walked around and took tons of photos of the sun setting over the beautiful city of Florence. This was my favorite part of our whole trip. Then it ended with a surprise engagement overlooking the most beautiful scenery I've ever seen. A dream! People around us clapped and cheered, and it is a memory I will never forget. Absolutely beautiful place to take in the views.
A nice area at the top of the Piazzo Giuseppe Poggi's grottoes and walkways. It's a slight hike to get up here from the river level, but worth the trip. The views of the city from up here are stunning! Too many tacky vendors though. And for eating, on the way back down, take the back way through the gardens, as there's a very nice pizza place.
We visited Piazalle Michelangelo during our visit Florence September 2024. The walk to the top is pretty grueling if you have been walking around Florence all day but the view is well worth the pain. I will venture to say that this is the best view of the city, completely breathtaking. At the top, there are vendors selling merchandise and there is a restaurant which I hear is a little pricy but we didn't check it out as we had already eaten. Anyway, we were in awe of the gorgeous view and the music. We did shop but didn't buy anything as it was all made in India. Highly recommended!
If you want a view of Florence, Piazzale Michelangelo is the spot to be. I first visited in 2014 and caught the sunrise, so we decided to do the same, 10 years later. Unfortunately, it was a bit cloudy that day but the city views were still nice to see. There isn't really any easy public transportation from the city centre so your options are an Uber, or a 30ish minute walk, and then you still have to hike up to the viewpoint. When I say hike, I just mean that it's a paved incline so if this isn't something you think you can do, the Uber can take you straight up there. Not sure I'll return for a third visit, but if you've never been before, it's definitely worth checking out.
The best place for a panoramic view of the city that started it all. Accompanying the stellar view, they have little stands selling drinks with an aperol spritz clocking in at only 3.5 euro. I was taking full advantage of this pricing over the course of an hour and sat up here for longer than I should have, but it felt like a necessary place to just stop to take a pause. If you can swing a sunset up here, definitely do it. It's beautiful watching the suns final rays for the day spreading over the unique Florentine skyline like the renaissance influence spreading throughout the globe for the past 6 centuries.
I didn't walk. I took the #13 bus and it was still a 45 minute ride to get to here. WORTH. IT. This is the most wonderful spot with a view of the city of Firenze. A magical city of history and culture that dates back centuries and includes Michaelangelo, Dante, Leonardo da Vinci, Machiavelli, Galileo, and the Medici ruling dynasty. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and I wonder how many of those great stood exactly here at one time. I arrived at sunset and even during the waning days of the pandemic, the terrace was packed tight with tourists taking their selfies and panoramas of the city. There are a few vendor carts here with snacks, beer and wine. Or of course, you can plan ahead and bring your own. I stayed for about 30 to 45 minutes, watched a good portion of the sunset, and took my great pictures. Tip: If you're going to sit on the steps, be sure to leave room for the people who are using them to go up and down the steps. Thanks! [Review 17044 overall - 239 in Italy - 560 of 2022.]
Must visit during your stay in Florence. We took a taxi to the piazza. . Let me tell you how breathtaking the sunsets are here. And the panoramic view of the city is unreal. So beautiful from every angle. You can easily spend couple of hours up here enjoying the views. There is a cafe overlooking the city as well, we took a Aperol Spritz and Beer break and enjoyed our surroundings. It get really busy with tourists and locals. I noticed a lot of locals doing picnics on the steps, group of friends enjoying some quality time with one another. I highly recommend to visit.
Gorgeous views of Florence here!!! The views are amazing! We walked over here from our hotel across the bridge and it was not a strenuous hike at all. Just be sure to wear appropriate shoes. Next time I plan to go at sunset, as I imagine it's beautiful. Definitely a must see place when you're visiting Florence, you won't be disappointed!
In Florence, you have a couple of great options for enjoying the end of the day - the first and most traditional is to find your nearest wine bar or After passing over the beautiful and historic Ponte Vecchio get ready for a 20-30 minute hike up the hill to Piazzale Michelangelo (You can also take the bus 12 or 13 number or if you have a car, drive up there!), where the wonderfully-scenic Basilica di San Miniato sits. Be sure to get there before it closes so you can peek inside. Then watch the sunset from the best view of Florence in the whole city. It's perfect to end to an eventful day of exploring. Only from this terrace can you fully appreciate how Brunelleschi's dome ( yes that famous brick color dome) dominates the city center. Nor can any other height give you this sweeping city view that encompasses the Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Vecchio, Santa Croce, and other landmarks. The piazza is filled with tourists, vendors, and a bronze replica of Michelangelo's David. (The original is displayed at the Accademia Gallery museum). From the square visitors have a magnificent view of the city. Even after the sunset, the place is filled with street artist. Stairs - good luck for that if you reach early, you would get a seat otherwise just stand there and enjoy the view of beautiful Florence city. I really got lucky and managed to get some wonderful capture of Dome & Ponte Vecchio. Between its called Piazzale Michelangiolo ;)
An alright plaza a the top of the hill. The way to get here was a bit of a hike, but it wasn't worth doing all that for this plaza. I would not recommend to come here for it unless there is something else in addition to visit. That way can kill multiple birds with one stone... read more
Wow, the view is totally worth the climb. Make sure you check the sunset time and get there 15-30 mins beforehand, as there is a good 10-15min climb from the base to the top. If you want to get a nice vantage point for pics, definitely go 30-60mins beforehand. They have a cafe where you can get drinks (lots of people got beers) and nab a nice spot to sit and watch the sunset while impressing your date. There's also a set of stairs that faces the Ponte Vecchio but lots of people are already camped there for sunset, so plan accordingly. We came on a random Tues night and there was a band playing crowd pleasing songs. read more
1 year ago
Amazing views of Florence from this plaza. You can also see some of the Roman walls that still exist. We Visited a beautiful old Church that's under renovation, from the 13th century, worth seeing! And of course there is the duplicate statue of the David by Michaelangelo. read more
1 year ago
We walked from our hotel near the Basilica di Santa Croce, crossing through neighborhoods we had never seen, hiking up hills we didn't know existed, all for the views from Piazzale Michelangelo. Were the views worth it? Absolutely. Stunning and expansive, with lots of spots to sit, rest and people watch. The majority of the people there that day had congregated on one side of the piazza - the picture-taking from that spot must have been extra-'Gram worthy - but we were able to find views that were just as spectacular a few feet away. All the views, none of the crowds. There are a few stalls set up along the road - oh yeah, you can drive up to the Piazzale, as well - selling all kinds of touristy items. They also had a few snack carts, selling drinks and ice cream and sweet treats. There's a replica of the Statue of David dominating the middle of the square, as well as paths down to other parts of the garden. Despite the number of people, it was quite peaceful up there. We were able to snag a couple of seats on one of the marble benches, giving us a chance to people watch and enjoy the cool air that had rolled in on our way up the hill. If nothing else, it was a nice way to see parts of Firenze we wouldn't have otherwise seen (traipsing through the aforementioned neighborhoods) and for us to get even more steps in before heading back down to find something else to shove in our faces. read more
Well this was the most memorable part of our trip - where my boyfriend proposed!!! We're engaged!!! We took the bus from Oltrarno up to the Piazzale for sunset. We walked around and took tons of photos of the sun setting over the beautiful city of Florence. This was my favorite part of our whole trip. Then it ended with a surprise engagement overlooking the most beautiful scenery I've ever seen. A dream! People around us clapped and cheered, and it is a memory I will never forget. Absolutely beautiful place to take in the views. read more
8 months ago
A nice area at the top of the Piazzo Giuseppe Poggi's grottoes and walkways. It's a slight hike to get up here from the river level, but worth the trip. The views of the city from up here are stunning! Too many tacky vendors though. And for eating, on the way back down, take the back way through the gardens, as there's a very nice pizza place. read more
We visited Piazalle Michelangelo during our visit Florence September 2024. The walk to the top is pretty grueling if you have been walking around Florence all day but the view is well worth the pain. I will venture to say that this is the best view of the city, completely breathtaking. At the top, there are vendors selling merchandise and there is a restaurant which I hear is a little pricy but we didn't check it out as we had already eaten. Anyway, we were in awe of the gorgeous view and the music. We did shop but didn't buy anything as it was all made in India. Highly recommended! read more
If you want a view of Florence, Piazzale Michelangelo is the spot to be. I first visited in 2014 and caught the sunrise, so we decided to do the same, 10 years later. Unfortunately, it was a bit cloudy that day but the city views were still nice to see. There isn't really any easy public transportation from the city centre so your options are an Uber, or a 30ish minute walk, and then you still have to hike up to the viewpoint. When I say hike, I just mean that it's a paved incline so if this isn't something you think you can do, the Uber can take you straight up there. Not sure I'll return for a third visit, but if you've never been before, it's definitely worth checking out. read more
3 years ago
This place is very beautiful and full of emerges. Ambience is very family oriented with a happy atmosphere. read more
The best place for a panoramic view of the city that started it all. Accompanying the stellar view, they have little stands selling drinks with an aperol spritz clocking in at only 3.5 euro. I was taking full advantage of this pricing over the course of an hour and sat up here for longer than I should have, but it felt like a necessary place to just stop to take a pause. If you can swing a sunset up here, definitely do it. It's beautiful watching the suns final rays for the day spreading over the unique Florentine skyline like the renaissance influence spreading throughout the globe for the past 6 centuries. read more
Our tour group did a super quick stop here. They said it was a must see, from the amazing views, the night sky. The statue was beautiful in the darkness as it glowed. We took beautiful group photo with the gorgeous view in the background. A must stop when in Florence! read more
I didn't walk. I took the #13 bus and it was still a 45 minute ride to get to here. WORTH. IT. This is the most wonderful spot with a view of the city of Firenze. A magical city of history and culture that dates back centuries and includes Michaelangelo, Dante, Leonardo da Vinci, Machiavelli, Galileo, and the Medici ruling dynasty. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and I wonder how many of those great stood exactly here at one time. I arrived at sunset and even during the waning days of the pandemic, the terrace was packed tight with tourists taking their selfies and panoramas of the city. There are a few vendor carts here with snacks, beer and wine. Or of course, you can plan ahead and bring your own. I stayed for about 30 to 45 minutes, watched a good portion of the sunset, and took my great pictures. Tip: If you're going to sit on the steps, be sure to leave room for the people who are using them to go up and down the steps. Thanks! [Review 17044 overall - 239 in Italy - 560 of 2022.] read more
Must visit during your stay in Florence. We took a taxi to the piazza. . Let me tell you how breathtaking the sunsets are here. And the panoramic view of the city is unreal. So beautiful from every angle. You can easily spend couple of hours up here enjoying the views. There is a cafe overlooking the city as well, we took a Aperol Spritz and Beer break and enjoyed our surroundings. It get really busy with tourists and locals. I noticed a lot of locals doing picnics on the steps, group of friends enjoying some quality time with one another. I highly recommend to visit. read more
Gorgeous views of Florence here!!! The views are amazing! We walked over here from our hotel across the bridge and it was not a strenuous hike at all. Just be sure to wear appropriate shoes. Next time I plan to go at sunset, as I imagine it's beautiful. Definitely a must see place when you're visiting Florence, you won't be disappointed! read more
In Florence, you have a couple of great options for enjoying the end of the day - the first and most traditional is to find your nearest wine bar or After passing over the beautiful and historic Ponte Vecchio get ready for a 20-30 minute hike up the hill to Piazzale Michelangelo (You can also take the bus 12 or 13 number or if you have a car, drive up there!), where the wonderfully-scenic Basilica di San Miniato sits. Be sure to get there before it closes so you can peek inside. Then watch the sunset from the best view of Florence in the whole city. It's perfect to end to an eventful day of exploring. Only from this terrace can you fully appreciate how Brunelleschi's dome ( yes that famous brick color dome) dominates the city center. Nor can any other height give you this sweeping city view that encompasses the Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Vecchio, Santa Croce, and other landmarks. The piazza is filled with tourists, vendors, and a bronze replica of Michelangelo's David. (The original is displayed at the Accademia Gallery museum). From the square visitors have a magnificent view of the city. Even after the sunset, the place is filled with street artist. Stairs - good luck for that if you reach early, you would get a seat otherwise just stand there and enjoy the view of beautiful Florence city. I really got lucky and managed to get some wonderful capture of Dome & Ponte Vecchio. Between its called Piazzale Michelangiolo ;) read more
4 years ago
True, the journey to get here is RIGOROUS and it is NOT for those who cannot endure such a walk. Make no mistake, I am a young, fitness-focused man and it was still challenging for me. The steps up seem to never end. You WILL feel a bit tired and halfway you may wonder if it's worth it. Make no mistake, IT IS. The view of the city is truly undefeated. You can see everything, for MILES deep into the surrounding mountains. It is truly amazing. So glad I did it. The walk was beyond worth it. read more
ONE OF THE BEST VIEWS IN FLORENCE ================================== Seriously, the panoramic view of the city is incredible. You will have a perfect view of the Arno River, the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio and the hills of Fiesole. This piazza can be accessed just south of the city center. It can be breezy on top of the hill, so make sure you bring a jacket if you are visiting in the Spring like we did. read more
If you were like me and went to Florence on a Monday when about all the museums were closed, especially the Academia Galleria where David would be you may be wondering what you can do. Yes you could go shopping but what if you wanted to do sightseeing? I randomly found this place after I spotted steps that seemed to go on forever. There were some good rest spots in between with some nice views of the city but the best view was at the top of the steps. You can take a photo better than any of those Florence postcards you see. The best part is that you didn't have to pay anything for a great photo! There was also a bronze replica of the statue of David which was a huge plus since like I mentioned before the Galleria was closed. Next to the area there were also some really nice gardens with a few restaurants. Just this spot alone was worth visiting! read more
9.10.16: I'm sure you have an idea that the main reason people come here is for the view and maybe Michelangelo's statue of David. Following the signs are pretty easy, there will be a big crowd that you end up walking with. Visiting Florence all we did was walk. It's good for you. So walk here as well. It's pretty rewarding. The biggest thing is that there are people everywhere so you do have to fight a little bit for a good picture. It's such a beautiful view of the city and best of all it's free. Tip: Bring snacks, wine, beer, and whatever your heart desires. Have a little picnic upon the big long stairs. It's nice to see everyone just gathering on the stairs and drinking, chatting, and just plain ole relaxing. It really help us unwind and it was nice since we were "go go go" previously in the other cities. So this was really nice. Walk around the entire thing to see views in different angle. Of course take picture of David and there's a restaurant there if you feel like eating. A really great place! =) Must come here! read more
You want spectacular views? Do it. You don't like an incline trek? Suck it up. I honestly feel like this is the #1 must thing to do while in Florence. My old coworker suggested us checking out the Piazzale at sunset. However, after reading the Yelps and thinking that because we would just be using our iPhone6 cameras, that to get the best photos we would have to do it during the day. Yes hubby was sarcastically saying to remind him to thank my old coworker for suggesting Piazzale on the trek up, but was astounded at the awesome views. The views are gorgeous and some of the photos I took look fake just because it's so breathtaking. You'll get views of the bridges, the tower, and the many churches. There's also a part where you can scribble your name and date. There's some eateries here, but we all know it's more for convenience. I believe to use the restrooms too is an extra charge. As with almost anywhere there's vendors selling things at the top, and you have a copy of the David statue here as well. A must in Florence. read more
This place is truly magnificent. If you want to capture the beauty and grandness of the City you need to stop off here. Filled with locals and tourists alike its an awe-inspiring and magical place. Its relatively calm and relaxing and is a good place to decompress and having a snack as there are some street vendors in the parking lot. All of the major architectural elements of the city can be stopped from the lookout and is surrounded by some amazing rolling hills that are lush with trees and grass. Yeah, the hustle and bustle of the city life is great when exploring a new location but this stop should not be overlooked. read more
Well, there happens to be another one of the famous statues here, or at least a replica of the famous statue that Michalangelo carved. Honestly, I'm a little baffled as to why this statue is so famous, but it seems that people like looking at it so I guess I'll have to run with it. However, what is great about this place is the views that it offers you over the city of Florence. It is magnificent. read more
11 years ago
Get here in time for sunset! You can see an amazing panoramic view of Florence of the transition from day into night. As the city lights up, you'll be glad you took that mini-hike to get up here. The view will leave you speechless! It's not far from Ponte Vecchio, which is a spot I'm sure you're already planning to visit, so make the extra trip to visit this landmark. Don't miss out on coming here, it's definitely worth the extra walk :) read more
If, like us, are on a short break to Florence then do this 'trek' on your first day. Believe me, after seeing all the sights in this great city, you won't have the energy. Follow the Arno to the Ponte Alle Grazie, cross it and follow the well sign posted walk. There is a choice of a circuitous route, following the road or straight up the steps. Either way, keep going and remember the sight you will see. Reaching the top you come to this fantastic Piazzale Michelangelo. A very open area with a replica of David and an awesome view across Florence. A view, better than the Duomo or the other towers within the city. Sit down, you will need to, and relax taking in the spectacle. On the way down go through the rose garden. A delightful stroll. Looking out to the city turn left, down the steps, and you will see the entrance. Enjoy your visit. read more
Excellent views up here. I implore you to stop and take in the scenery. Its well worth the time. The place is very crowded and lots of selfies are being taken. Just enjoy the view and later when you are down below, look up and enjoy how high it is. read more
What a beautiful place for a sunset view of Firenze. EVERYONE and their great uncle comes to snap a sunset pic, so arrive early and save your spot! Despite the über large crowd, parking was easy to find. Do NOT pay the scalpers walking around trying to act official. Lots of hawkers selling their wares. Okay, so in to the view. It's breathtaking! With the drive, walk, and wait. This is NOT TO BE MISSED!!! read more
14 years ago
Piazzale Michelangelo offers one of the most breathtaking views in Florence!!! This hilltop spot is surrounded by lush countryside and overlooks the city of Florence and the Arno River. Best of all, there are no tickets to buy or long lines to wait in. If you are staying in the center of Florence this is about a mile and a half (2.3km) walk. Must go if you are visitng Florence!!! read more
Piazzale Michelangelo has great amazing panoramic views of Florence. This is the location to one of the two David replicas in Florence. It is bronze and as tall as the actual statue at Galleria dell'Accademia. Awesome place to get some great skyline shots with the Duomo and other buildings of Florence. The climb up seems bad, but it was not to crazy. It is cobble steps so be careful walking up. Totally worth the effort because once you get up, you will be in awe. read more
9 years ago
Beautiful view of the city. Easy to get to by foot or car. Could be challenging for disabled to get to by foot. I would recommend for a romantic view of the city especially at night when the lights in the city are shinning. Pros: Nice view of the city just across the river Spacious for lots to come and enjoy the view Close to the center of the city (about 15 mins walk) Cons: Cobble steps may be challenging for some read more
4 years ago
7 years ago
Piazza Michelangelo is on a hill on the south bank of the Arno River, just east of the center of Florence, and offers a stunning view of the city. It doesn't really matter what time of the day you get there because in both day and night you can see a spectacular view of Florence. You can also find a bronze copy of David statue there. If you're just walking from downtown Florence, you could just pass the Arno River which is a scenery itself and then walk up to the Piazza Michelangelo although I have to admit that the walk gets a little intense with all the stairs that you need to climb up. you can also take a bus or drive up there and there is a 72 spot dedicated parking that you can use to park your car there. By the way, while you are up there, probably it's a good idea to chill out in La Loggia Del Piazzale Michelangelo which has a great view of the Piazzale Michelangelo and the city and also drinks and environment were great there. read more
This is easily the most beautiful piazza in Florence. It's a mostly easy uphill walk, easily accessible from the historic centre, who's effort will reward you with one of the most breathtaking views of the city. This is a definite must see for any tourist, or local for that matter. In the spring, the Rose garden and the Iris garden are both open and freely accessible (and well worth visiting). The rose garden remains open for the warm season, while the iris garden season is very short. I would recommend bringing a bottle of red wine, some stuzzichini, and someone you care about, and then find a nice spot (preferably in the garden) to laze the day away while gazing over the gorgeous scenery that is Florence. read more
Even though it's far from city center, this piazza is always crowded for a good reason: Piazzale Michelangelo offers perhaps the best view of historic Florence! Even though the piazza has a David replica, many chose to ignore even this famous artwork because the view is simply too stunning. You have seen the pictures and you have heard all about it, but no matter how much you have seen or heard, you truly have to see for yourself how beautiful Florence is from this excellent vantage point. I don't need to say more. Whether you choose to hike uphill or take the Bus 12/13 from Firenze SMN, find a way to get here because I don't think a trip to Florence is complete and the city's beauty can be truly appreciated without seeing it from this location. read more
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