Summary. The sheer volume of museums alone makes Florence, Italy, a mecca for art lovers. Outside of those illustrious halls of priceless works of art, are Florence's modern day artists. Take a stroll through central Florence, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and you will be treated to a variety of exceptional artists. Don't forget to tip when you can. Art Outside Museums. While in Florence we spent the majority of our time in museums. We knew that this stop in our Italy trip wo

Summary. Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, also known as the Florence Duomo or Cathedral, is Roman Catholic Cathedral that took well over a century to build. It's Gothic architecture is particularly remarkable with it's green, pink, and white marble lines. For a great view of Florence, climb 463 steps to the top of the Dome. Giotto's Bell Tower, nearly 85 meters high, is similarly offers beautiful views as a reward for your efforts. Note: tickets for both towers must be pu