A weekend in Florence: our tips and deals

Ah Florence, the Tuscan city par excellence of the arts, is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. 

Florence is known worldwide for its many masterpieces of Renaissance art and architecture. 

Of course, one of its most emblematic sites is the Duomo, the cathedral whose terracotta dome was designed by Brunelleschi and its bell tower by Giotto. 

Let’s not forget the Galleria dell’Accademia which houses Michelangelo's famous «David» as well as Botticelli's «Birth of Venus» from the Gallery of Offices and Leonardo da Vinci's 'Adoration of the Magi». 

But this magnificent city is not just a museum in the open air; it is also a place where you can eat and drink very well, and where you have a lot of fun too!

Don’t forget that if you come from another country and you plan to Driving to Florence, You must obtain an International Driving Permit (IDP).

Where to sleep in Florence? 

We recommend staying in a luxury hotel in Florence, and more specifically at the Lugarno hotel, in the heart of the city with breathtaking views of the Arno River and the Ponte Vecchio 

This hotel is an exceptional place for a romantic weekend getaway for an extraordinary stay!

The Lungarno hotel is first and foremost a magnificent story with an inauguration in 1967 Then, 50 years later, in 2017, a complete renovation!

It is a small-scale hotel with 65 rooms available, offering  a collection of arts Hallucinating with more than 450 works, fully showcased, which can be admired, as in a museum, through different thematic itineraries.

It is a wonderful experience to wander around at night in this exceptional place to reach your room while contemplating paintings from the Renaissance …

This boutique hotel, very well located in the heart of Florence and close to the hustle and bustle of the city center, nevertheless remains quite secluded to enjoy a calm and luxurious atmosphere. 

The rooms are spacious and well equipped, everything is clean, modern and comfortable. The staff is courteous and ready to accommodate you in any way they can.

Throughout our stay, we were greeted with kindness and professionalism, and all the staff went out of their way to make us feel at home during a weekend…

Where to eat in Florence? 

L’Hotel Lungarno It also offers 5 magical places to dine or have a drink.

Starting with the Borgo San Jacopo which is a starred restaurant where you will savor the best of contemporary Italian cuisine right by the water.

Then, at Caffè dell’Oro, Here you will experience a subtle gastronomic cuisine at the heart of Italian culinary traditions.

For fans of fusion cuisine, you absolutely have to try it The Fusion Bar & RestaurantA place that is definitely worth a visit!

Finally, two very beautiful places that are The Rooftop Bar, As the name suggests, you will dominate the rooftops of Florence, but also the Picteau Bistrot & Bar, This chic bistro and Michelin-starred cocktail bar.

When to go to Florence? 

The best season is spring (May-June) and Autumn. July and August remain two months where it still gets very hot.

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