Do you love a beautiful vista? I know I do, so I’ve written this guide to the best viewpoints in Florence. It’s always exciting to discover a city from above. With a distinctive cityscape and gorgeous architecture, Florence is an incredibly beautiful city. Happily, there are many iconic viewpoints in Florence where you can enjoy … Read more
Scoping out some day trips from Rome? You’ve come to the right place! Rome is one of Europe’s most beautiful and popular cities. There are so many things to do in Rome, you could move in for a month and not see them all. But sometimes you need a break from the hustle and bustle … Read more
If you’re planning a trip to Florence, be sure to include a visit to the magnificent Pitti Palace on your itinerary. This guide will give you an overview of 20 must see masterpieces and famous paintings in the palace. The Pitti Palace is truly one of Florence’s must see sites, offering visitors a wonderful and … Read more
Known as Florence’s “rive gauche,” or left bank, the Oltrarno is a chic and charming neighborhood in the southern part of the city. As a repeat visitor or someone looking for unique things to do in Florence, Oltrarno is an ideal place to explore. In fact, it’s my personal favorite neighborhood in the city – … Read more
If you’re a fan of Michelangelo’s art, then you might be interested in exploring all of his works in Florence Italy. Here’s a guide for art lovers and admirers of this legendary artist who want to follow the Michelangelo Trail. Michelangelo has been famous for more than 500 years and was a Renaissance genius who … Read more
If you’re planning a trip to Tuscany, the charming city of Pisa should definitely be on your itinerary. From the iconic Leaning Tower to the stunning Piazza dei Miracoli, Pisa offers a wealth of attractions and things to do that are sure to impress. But Pisa is not just about its famous landmarks or the … Read more
If you’re planning a trip to Florence and you’re interested in seeing the masterpieces of sculptor Andrea del Verrocchio, then here’s the guide to help you out. Although Verrocchio is mostly known today as the teacher of the great Leonardo da Vinci, he was also an important and influential artist of the Renaissance in his … Read more
If you’re an art lover, you don’t want to miss the Piero della Francesca Trail in central Italy. This guide will take you to all the best places to see the magnificent artwork of this legendary Italian Renaissance artist. For years, people from all walks of life have made the pilgrimage to central Italy to … Read more
Looking to discover the most famous paintings in Florence Italy? You’ve come to the right place! The city of Florence is the cradle of art in the Western world. Florence is home to scores of museums, palaces, churches, and cloisters that contain incredible masterpieces. The art in Florence is dominated by one period, the Italian … Read more
Are you following the Botticelli Trail in Florence? You’ll want to check out this guide to 12 famous paintings by Sandro Botticelli. Botticelli was the greatest painter of the early Renaissance period. He was a true son of Florence, living there his entire life, except for an 11 month stint working on three Sistine Chapel … Read more