Firenze of Tuscany

Firenze Blog Tweets for 2011-06-09

Sherry — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:01:00 +0000

Art Galleries in Fiesole http://t.co/fO7HC50 #
Fiesole Altarpiece http://t.co/vfOJ3Kg #
Medici Archive Project http://t.co/KnR9nvu "revealing the astonishing story of the most influential family dynasty in Western civilization" #

Firenze Blog Tweets for 2011-06-08

Sherry — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 20:01:00 +0000

Fiesole Summer Festival in Florence http://www.estatefiesolana.it/ #

Car Rental – Florence, Italy

Sherry — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:05:01 +0000

Cars in Florence Not Recommended

You will not be able to rent or return a car in Florence. In fact, you will find it difficult to drive or park in Florence at all. You have to pay to park in private lots in the town center – parking elsewhere is illegal. It is best to make your trip to Florence by some other means!

Train Travel to Florence, Italy

Sherry — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:03:43 +0000

Stazione Santa Maria Novella

This is the main train station in/around Florence. It’s located at most 15-minutes (average walking time) from the furthest major attractions in Florence. Florence is reachable by train from many major areas of Italy and is also reachable from the airport. You can even check your bags and get a boarding pass for the train from the airport. Trains leave the airport for Florence an average of twice per hour.

Airline Travel to Florence, Italy

Sherry — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:00:59 +0000

Galileo Galilei Airport

This airport is in Pisa and is the closest International airport to Florence, approximately 60 miles away. There are no direct flights to Pisa from the U.S., but connections can be made in most of the major European cities. From Pisa you can go to Florence by train, bus, rental car or by small commuter plane.

Amerigo Vespucci Airport

This is the small (non-international) airport in Florence. It is recently expanded and many European Airlines now have flights into Florence.

Airlines that fly to Italy

A partial list of International airlines that fly to Italy: Air France, Alitalia, British Airways, Delta Airlines and Lufthansa.

A partial list of airlines that fly into Florence’s Amerigo Vespucci Airport: Air France, Alitalia, Meridiana, Sterling Blue.

Travel Toscana – Florence, Italy

Sherry — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:57:19 +0000

Plane, Train, Car….

Air Travel to Florence

Train Travel to Florence

Advisory About Cars In Florence

Hostels in Florence, Italy

Sherry — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:54:45 +0000

Hostel Greci

Right in the heart of ‘everything’ – less than five minutes to the Old Bridge, Piazza Signoria, the Uffizzi Gallery, the Duomo Cathedral and Piazza Santa Croce (Piazza Santa Croce Church). Special Features: No curfew and children friendly.

Hotel Sampaoli

10 minutes or less to nearly everything. Highly rated. Special Features: Hot showers 24 hours a day. No lockout or curfew.

Alekin Hostel

1 minute from the Duomo and the Uffizi. 5 minutes from the Accademia. Special Features: Bicycle rentals.

Proconsolo Rooms

close walking distance to most desired destinations. Speacial Features: Children Friendly

Economy Hotels in Florence, Italy

Sherry — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:53:38 +0000

Bed And Breakfast Caffellatte Hotel

Bed and Breakfast style hotel. Near the home of Amerigo Verspucci and several historic points of interest.

Hotel Varsavia

All of the normal comfort-amentities plus a breakfast bar.

Hotel Ariston

Very close to one of the oldest street markets in the city (Ambrogio). Most of the rooms have their own bathroom. Near two the “teatros”. Special Features: Will make museum ticket reservations.

Tourist House Liberty

Is near the Fortezza da Basso and Palazzo dei Congressi and boasts most of the usual comfort amenities. Approximately 300 meters from the train. Speacial Features: Antique furnishings and beautiful wood floors.

Higher End Hotels in Florence, Italy

Sherry — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:52:02 +0000

Hotel Caravaggio

Constructed in the 19th century and beautifully furnished and maintained. Walking distance to Santa Maria Novella and close to major attractions. Special features include a baby sitter, air conditioning and access for the disabled.

Hotel Olimpia

Very nice rooms, many with a view. Excellent location. Special feature: it is located on the Piazza della Repubblica.

Hotel De Lanzi

Located next to the Piazza Duomo and very close to Piazza Signoria, the Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio. Special Features: Accessible rooms for disabled upon request; family owned; cozy outdoor courtyard.

Hotel Bigallo

A “Renaissance building” looks over the Baptistery and the Piazza Duomo. Most rooms enjoy a view of the Duomo. Situated amongst old, historic streets and is very close to the main attractions of the city.

Luxury Hotels in Florence, Italy

Sherry — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:50:32 +0000

Grand Hotel Villa Medici

Lauded for exceptional and gracious service, this historical residence is walking distance from major attractions. For a special treat, reserve the Penthouse Suite, which has its own private pool on the terrace.

Grand Hotel Baglioni

A former 19th century palace, this hotel has both modern and old-world comforts. Special Features: Artwork on display within the hotel. It allows small dogs.

Hotel Regency

This is an exclusive-feeling 35-room hotel with only 35 rooms. It was designed for high government officials and ministers of State. Now renovated, it makes a unique hotel experience. Very short walk fromt he Duomo and other central Florence destinations.

Relais Santa Croce

Constructed in the 1700s, a palace with frescos on the ceilings. Situated between the Duomo and Santa Croce Basilica, location combines with luxury.