The Campanile of Florence Cathedral (Duomo) is a Gothic masterpiece designed by Giotto and is often considered the most beautiful bell tower in Italy. Giotto added a visual focal point to the skyline of early 14th-century Florence with the magnificent bell tower (campanile) of the cathedral decades before Brunelleschi’s cupola would steal the show. The … Read more
The marble-clad baptistry (battistero) in Florence is famous for its magnificent bronze doors. Visit the interior to see the dome mosaics. The Romanesque battistero to the west of the famous Duomo in Florence was the baptistry for all Florentine newborns for centuries. The white and green marble-clad exterior is particularly famous for the three sets … Read more
The exterior of the Cathedral of Florence (Duomo di Firenze) is often more impressive than a visit to the large Gothic church interior, which is free and seen without tickets or time-slot reservations. The Duomo di Firenze with its famous dome is the symbol of Florence. This large cathedral dominates and beautifies the skyline from … Read more
Visiting Florence Cathedral is free but buy combination tickets to see the baptistery and museum. Book essential time slots to to climb the dome and campanile in advance.
The Basilica of San Lorenzo is at the origins of the Florentine Renaissance with the tombs of the Medicis and sculptures by Donatello and Michelangelo in this magnificent church in the heart of Florence. Although the church of San Lorenzo has some credible claims to being the oldest church in Florence, the present basilica is … Read more
Michelangelo’s David sculpture in the Accademia in Florence is best seen on timed reservation tickets with fast-track priority admissions for a specific time slot. Michelangelo’s David, one of the most famous sculptures in the world, is the star attraction of the Galleria dell’ Accademia di Firenze (Academy Gallery in Florence). David is a top sight … Read more
See Michelangelo’s David, the world’s most famous statue on display in the Galleria dell’ Accademia di Firenze in Florence, Italy. The large marble sculpture of David by Michelangelo is often described as the most famous statue in the world. David is displayed in the Accademia Gallery in Florence, where it is the most impressive work … Read more
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Getting to Versailles with its palace (chateau) and formal gardens is easy from Paris by bus tour, cheap RER train C5 public transportation, or by car for a great day trip to a top sight in France. Getting to the Palace of Versailles from downtown Paris is easy by tour bus, train, or car making … Read more
On summer weekends, visitors to the Chateau de Versailles may enjoy the historic fountains at play in the formal gardens of the palace near Paris. During summer, visitors to the Palace of Versailles may often enjoy the historic fountains at play in the formal baroque gardens while listening to music. The more spectacular event is … Read more