Via Tornabuoni is one of the most central streets in Florence, connecting Ponte Santa Trinita to piazza degli Antinori.
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Duomo / Uffizi / Ponte Vecchio AreaThis area is the heart of Florence and here you'll find the magnificent cathedral or duomo – Santa Maria del Fiore – the Uffizi Gallery, and the Palazzo Vecchio. Not to mention the city's iconic piazzas, shopping streets and many museums and restaurants.
If you're looking to just hit the city's top highlights, three or so days should be enough. But if you're like us, hitting the hotspots will only make you curious to stay longer – especially in a place as rich with culture, cuisine, and history as Florence.
Florence neighborhood: OltrarnoLocated south of the Arno river, which splits Florence in two, the Oltrarno district is the most vibrant area in the city. Oltrarno has maintained its reputation as the artisans' district throughout Florence's century-long development.
Generally speaking, Florence is a safe city to walk around in after dark. However, there are a few areas that are best avoided, especially if you are alone. These areas include: The Santa Maria Novella train station area: This area can be seedy at night, and there have been reports of muggings and pickpocketing.
The official language spoken in Florence is Italian, like in the rest of Italy. Citizens working in the tourism industry will most likely speak English.
Negroni. The Negroni is a classic Italian cocktail that was invented in Florence in the early 20th century. It is made with equal parts gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari, and is served over ice with an orange peel garnish.