The province is diverse and has countless sights to offer. Florence is one of the ten provinces in Tuscany and is the second largest in terms of size. The Italian metropolis is also the capital of Tuscany. The province is known worldwide for its importance for art. 42 municipalities in the province mean just over a million inhabitants. Tourism has increased in economic importance in recent years and attracts tourists from all over Europe every year. Due to its importance as the capital of Tuscany, the province can be reached by various means of transport. Florence has an excellent reputation, especially culturally, and is therefore worth seeing for art lovers. In addition to the city of Florence, the towns of Badia a Passignano, San Donato in Poggio and Panzano in Chianti are also popular with tourists. The region therefore has an excellent reputation throughout the country in terms of landscape and culture.
Largest province of Tuscany in the northeast
The province of Florence is located in the northeast of Tuscany and was founded in 59 AD. The city also has a famous founder, Julius Caesar.
The Vallombrosa Forest is ideal for walking, to escape the impulsive city life and to be able to hike in peace. It is popular with hikers all over Italy. The tallest trees in the country, developed hiking trails and rare plants and trees are reasons to visit the forest, which lies east of the city of Florence.
The province of Florence can also be explored by bike and offers cycle paths that lead around Tuscany. The Strada dei Castelli is probably the most famous cycle path in the region and is of a higher level of difficulty. Parts of the path are steep and are a real challenge even for experienced cyclists.
A place with a long history is Barberino Val D'Elsa. The history of the small town goes back to the Middle Ages. There is a castle in the center of the town that symbolizes the history of the town. The landscape invites you to linger. There are also wine growing areas around the town.
A visit to the town of Greve is also recommended. There is a weekly market in the town every week, which is held on the market square. This marketplace is popular and has created a national name through its individual design.
The city of Vinci also impresses with its long history. Located between vineyards, there is a castle in the town center that was built in the Middle Ages. There is also a Leonardo museum in Vinci.
There are generally many wine-growing areas around the region, where different types of wines are created.
Sights with a wide variety in Florence
The highlight of the region is the city of Florence. In addition to its cultural importance, especially art, many historical buildings are also worth seeing. The city is the reason for many tourists to visit the province.
The Santa Maria del Fiore is a cathedral whose original goal was defined as the largest church in the world. In 1359 the construction of the building was completed. For a short time after opening, legend has it that it was the largest church in the world.
The Uffizi is one of the country's sights and best-known museums. The museum attracts around two million visitors every year. Works by famous architects are exhibited in the gallery. A visit to the art museum, the Accademia di Belle Arti, is also a real highlight during a stay in the region. The David of the famous Michelangelo is in the museum's premises.
The city is also particularly famous for the Ponte Vecchio, a bridge to cross the river. It is located in the city center and is the first stop in the city for many tourists. The history of the building goes back to the 13th century.
The Cathedral Square with the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is also a suitable place for a short vacation in the region. The cathedral was built in 1296. At the same time, with a size of 114 meters, the cathedral has the largest dome in the world and is therefore reason enough for many people interested in art and culture to visit the big city. The cathedral is the city's landmark and is free for visitors.
Another attraction of the city is the Santa Croce church. This is a Franciscan church that was built in 1294. The interior of the church contains works by Italian painters and artists.
Other highlights of the city are the Ponte Vecchio and the Piazza della Signoria. In addition to wine from the region, the city's restaurants also offer a range of culinary specialties from Tuscany.
