Cheap holidays to Florence, Italy from Doncaster

Holidays to Florence

Florence, Italy

Florence is the capital of Italy’s Tuscany region. This fascinating medieval city is famous for its breathtaking art and architecture, and plentiful museums and galleries. As a summer travel destination it offers warm weather, friendly people, and very good food. Great value travel deals to Florence can be found on our website, so book a trip to this charming city for a romantic getaway, or busy group vacation, by calling us on 0871 472 8880.

A city break in Florence is a popular choice. Famous attractions include the Ponte Vecchio, a medieval bridge over the Arno, the domed cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, known as the Duomo, and the churches of San Lorenzo, Santa Maria Novella, and Santa Croce. The Uffizi is one of the most famous art galleries in the world, housing works by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Titian, and Rubens. If you choose a Florence hotel in the city centre, you’ll find that you can visit most of the major tourist attractions on foot.

A holiday in Florence is also the perfect opportunity to sample the delights of Florentine cuisine. Typical Florentine food includes steak (usually beef, served rare), white beans with sage and olive oil, and hearty peasant soups. Local specialities from Florence and the wider Tuscany region include olive oil, unsalted bread, mellow cheeses, and Chianti wine.