Renaissance Art, Italian Charm & World’s Best Gelato

I’ll just come out and say it. Florence is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

I mean, it was the centre of the Italian Renaissance where Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, and renowned artists of their era mastered their trade. Many masterpieces are still held in Florentine art galleries today, drawing millions of culture-loving tourists each year.

But art isn’t the only beautiful thing about Florence. Streets are lined with exquisite medieval architecture, from 12^th century palaces to the awe-inspiring Florence Duomo. Home-style Italian cooking is found around every corner. Artisans and leathermakers craft world-class products. And of course, Florence is the capital of Italy’s Tuscany region, famous for its rolling hills, peaceful countryside, and award-winning wine.

Yep, there’s a lot to love about Florence.

I’ve been fascinated with the history of Florence since watching the Netflix series Medici: Masters of Florence, which tells of the…