What to visit in Florence - the most famous monuments

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (Duomo) - The iconic cathedral in the city center, with the largest dome in the world designed by Brunelleschi - he built the dome without using external scaffolding! The construction took almost 140 years (1296 - 1436) and several architects took turns on it - Filippo Brunelleschi, Arnolfo di Cambio, Francesco Talenti, Emilio De Fabris... In the Duomo you can see many works of art by masters such as Michelangelo, Donatello and Giotto. The cathedral is also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Address: Piazza del Duomo, Firenze.

Palazzo Vecchio (Old Palace) - A symbol of the power and political influence of the city of Florence. The medieval fortified palace of the ruling Medici family was built at the turn of the 13th and 14th centuries. Now you can find the representative rooms of the town hall and a museum here. Among the most famous interiors is the Hall of Five Hundred (Sala del Cinquecento), decorated with frescoes by Giorgio Vasari with the statue of "Victory" by Michelangelo. The tower of the palace, Torre d'Arnolfo, offers a breathtaking view of the city. Palazzo Vecchio is located in the city center on Piazza della Signoria. On the other side of the square is the famous Uffizi Gallery.
Address: Piazza della Signoria 1, Firenze.

The Uffizi Gallery - One of the most important art galleries in the world, with a priceless collection of works of art. The works here capture a cross-section of artistic creation from Ancient Rome to the Romantic period. In addition to paintings and sculptures, there is also a collection of tapestries. The gallery building was built in the second half of the 16th century by Cosimo I. de' Medici as the administrative center of Florence. The gallery can be reached from Piazzale Signorie or from the other side of the Arno river embankment.
Address: Piazzale degli Uffizi 6, Firenze.

Ponte Vecchio - The oldest and most famous bridge in Florence, connecting the two banks of the Arno River. The bridge was built in ancient times and rebuilt in its current form in 1345. It originally served as a trade route and the homes of artisans and merchants who could sell on the bridge. Later, these shops were replaced by gold and jewelry stores. It was the only bridge in Florence to be spared from destruction by German troops during World War II.
Address: Via Por Santa Maria, Firenze.

Basilica di Santa Croce - One of the most important churches in Florence, with a rich collection of works of art by Giotto, Donatello and Michelangelo. You can also find the tombs of important figures such as Michelangelo, Dante Alighieri, Galileo Galilei, Niccolò Machiavelli and many others. The Gothic basilica was built between 1294 and 1385 on the site of an older church.
Address: Piazza di Santa Croce, 16, Firenze.

Palazzo Pitti - A prominent palace in Florence that served as the residence of many important figures, including the Medici and Habsburg families. The palace was built in the 15th century by the wealthy Florentine banker Luca Pitti. In the 16th century, the palace was purchased by the Medici and became the residence of the Grand Dukes of Tuscany. The palace consists of several buildings and you can admire many galleries, museums and art collections here. Among the most important is the Palatine Gallery with many famous works of art, including paintings by Botticelli, Titian and Raphael. It also has one of the largest collections of weapons and military artifacts in Italy.
Address: Piazza de' Pitti, 1, Firenze.

Boboli Gardens - Extensive gardens located behind Palazzo Pitti. While walking you can admire many fountains, statues, impressive views of the city and artificial caves, such as the Grotta Grande by Bernardo Buontalenti. The style of the Boboli Gardens inspired many European royal gardens, including Versailles. The Boboli Gardens are also on the UNESCO list.
Address: Piazza de' Pitti, 1, Firenze.

Pazzi Chapel - A lesser-known chapel designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, located next to the Basilica of Santa Croce in the city center. The chapel is part of the Pazzi family tomb complex and was built in the 15th century by the famous architect in the Renaissance style. It is one of the few buildings that Brunelleschi completed before his death. The interior of the chapel is decorated with frescoes painted by Renaissance artists such as Andrea del Castagno and Luca della Robbia. The chapel is surrounded by a beautiful garden that offers a breathtaking view of the Basilica of Santa Croce. The Pazzi Chapel is visited by fewer tourists than most of the main tourist attractions in Florence. You will enjoy peace and quiet in the heart of the city.
Address: Piazza Santa Croce, Firenze.