Villas in Florence

Considered by many as the world’s beautiful city, Florence is a mecca for tourists who love art, sculpture, and architecture, and they come from all over the world in droves to witness the sheer majesty of this open-air masterpiece. Rent a villa in the centre to be right in the heart of the action, footsteps from millennia of history. Or if you prefer to get away from the crowds, search for a villa in one of its many districts.

In Florence you are spoilt for choice with the variety of attractive and practical villas suitable for both small and large groups. Designed to nurture you after a long day exploring this great city, these villas reflect the sheer beauty of Florence. Outside of the city, you can find child-friendly villas set in the hills with a garden and swimming pool, many offering panoramic views over the Tuscan landscape!

From the 12th to the 16th centuries, Florence was one of the most important cities in the world, and nowadays the entire city stands tall as an open-air museum, packed full of beautiful palaces and decorated churches. Located right in the heart of the city, Florence Cathedral is probably the most celebrated cathedral in the world. The nearby Duomo is a true masterpiece of Gothic architecture. Palazzo Vecchio is perhaps Florence’s most iconic building with its dazzling courtyards and gorgeous frescoes. The list goes on, and you simply have to come and see it all.

Florence is a foodie’s dream city, with thousands of independent cafes and restaurants to gorge at dotted all across the city. You really could throw a rock and find good food in Florence, be it a traditional pizzeria, an emblematic Florentine steakhouse, or a classic ice-cream parlour.

Unless you are in Florence for the entire summer, you have no chance of seeing all of its many museums. But if you only have time to see, say, three museums in the city, it has to be the following. Museo Nazionale del Bargell, which houses the city’s most important collection of Renaissance sculpture, including masterpieces by Michelangelo, Da Vinci Museum, where visitors can embark on a journey into Da Vinci’s genius mind through its many interactive displays, and Galileo Museum, home to one of the most important scientific collections in the world, including Galileo’s famous telescope. Museumistas truly are spoilt for choice in Florence!

Sunset boat rides take you on painstakingly restored boats for an impossibly romantic and unique perspective of the city of Florence away from the crowds, where you can truly feel its magical atmosphere.

One of Florence’s best kept secrets, Palazzo Strozzi has an ambitious contemporary art programme which amazes through innovative and interactive exhibitions. The shop sells wonderful locally made souvenirs to remind you of your time in the city.

The Boboli Gardens are a crossroads between nature, architecture and science. Majestic landscaping meets 16th-century sculptures, fountains and glorious architecture. The vistas over Florence and the surrounding hills are simply unmissable.

Uffizi Gallery is home to some of the world’s standout collections of ancient sculptures and paintings. There is so much ground to cover, so make sure to bring comfortable shoes!

Mercato Centrale is housed within a building of great historical and architectural importance in Florence, and today introduces discerning visitors to a smorgasbord of quality-first simple and fresh cuisine made exclusively by local artisans.

The city consists of hundreds of narrow criss-crossing streets that are a complete delight to get lost in. What will be around the next corner, a charming square, a beautiful sculpture by a famous artist, a market selling sweet, local fruits, or a gorgeous little café where you will simply have to stop and get a coffee?!

Overlooking the centre of the city, Piazzale Michelangelo is the local’s favourite spot to watch the sun set behind the magical domes and turrets of the city. A magnificent way to wrap up your memorable holiday in Florence!