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Dogs in Florence Dogs in Florence are allowed just about anywhere.  I was surprised, but thrilled that I could bring my beagle, Baci to restaurants and shopping with me.  I brought her from NY to Florence when we made the move together and she has been a star on the streets of Florence helping me […]

Florence’s Famous Street Cleaner If you’ve seen Florence’s famous street cleaner, you certainly will know what makes him stand out from the others. Have a look at what keeps all that encounter him smiling and watching. JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

Guide to Buses and Taxis in Florence Most of the major sites can be easily walked to in Florence, but if it is late at night or you prefer a ride,  there are a wealth of taxis and buses to bring you to your destination.  Contrary to this video, some taxis now accept credit cards […]

Mercato Centrale Firenze The Mercato Centrale, or Mercato di San Lorenzo in Florence is located between via dell’Ariento, via Sant’Antonino, via Panicale and Piazza del Mercato Centrale.  Have a look at some of the typical products that are sold in this famous market in Florence JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

Climbing Brunelleschi’s Dome at the Duomo in Florence, Italy Brunelleschi’s dome, covering the Cathedral of Florence, Italy, is the largest masonry dome ever built.  There are 463 steps to climb to the top with no elevators available.  Here is a video of what it is like to climb to the top. JOIN US ON THE […]

Duomo di Firenze The Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore (English, “Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flower”) is the main church of Florence, Italy. Il Duomo di Firenze, as it is ordinarily called, was begun in 1296 in the Gothic style to the design of Arnolfo di Cambio and completed structurally in 1436 with the dome engineered by Filippo Brunelleschi. The exterior of the basilica is […]

Sunset in Florence Here is a short time-lapse of the sunset overlooking the city of Florence. It’s a magical time of day to see from Piazzale Michelangelo. JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

Artisan Chocolate Fair The Artisan chocolate Fair or Fiera del cioccolato is a 10 day event in Florence. Artisan chocolate makers present a wide variety of chocolate that is guaranteed to entice anyone with a sweet tooth.  This event takes place annually in February so if you are traveling off season, be sure to stop […]

BACIO AL PIAZZALE Florence celebrated Valentine’s Day in Piazzale Michelangelo with live music, shows and a photo op behind a giant frame. Whether you had a significant other or not, the crowds were out to give a kiss to Florence. This celebration also officially marked off the new car free zone in this scenic piazza. […]

Wine Road A 2 day Wine tasting event brought small and large wine producers to Via de’ Neri.   Along the street, the producers were set up on wine barrels to give tastings to the public.  Along with wine, most producers offered small snacks such as pizza or bread with olive oil. Here is how […]