In the city-state of Florence, renowned for its contribution to science, literature, fine arts and architecture, the modern world was born. To this day, non-conformity and luxury and otherworldlyness and mundaneness are vividly connected in the city. For most people, Florence is inextricably linked to the Renaissance, when an unprecedentedly flourishing artistic and intellectual life under the enlightened rule of the Medici combined with the country's enormous banking wealth to create an important center of Europe. Today's Florence is undoubtedly one of the world's most refined open-air museums, and tourism has become a new source of wealth for Florence. Don't miss the Uffizi Gallery with its collection of Renaissance art or the Accademia Gallery, home of Michelangelo's David. Be sure not to miss the sculptures in the Bargello Museum and the frescoes in the Church of Santa Croce.

Thanks to the varied offer of opera, concerts, chamber recitals and ballet, the performing arts are also well represented in Florence. But if you only want to treat yourself to a drink, you can go to one of the many establishments and have a cocktail or an aperitif. The drink menu includes excellent local Chianti, one of the best Italian wines. Tuscan food is often rather modest, prepared from basic ingredients, but it is very tasty because it uses fresh vegetables and quality meat.

15 sightseeing routes through the city.
Detailed folding map with marked routes.
Practical information and travel tips.
Where to stay, eat and shop.
Where to go for fun and relaxation.