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What to do and see in Florence, Tuscany: The Best Monuments & Statues
Florence is an art historian’s dream. The Galleria dell'Accademia bursts with works by Michelangelo, who is entombed within the frescoed walls of the Basilica di Santa Croce. Budding photographers can snap pics of the Ponte Vecchio bridge, and serious shoppers can spend a blissful afternoon wandering the shops of Piazza Santo Spirito. Tuscan cuisine pays homage to the region’s bounty. Swipe a hunk of crusty bread across a pool of local olive oil and you’ll be instantly transported to your happiest place.
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1. Platform 16 Holocaust Deportation Memorial
2. Campanile di Giotto
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4.5 based on 8,493 reviews
Reviewed By Travelmad237
As part of our Duomo climb ticket (Cupola) we also had access to the other sites on the complex. After scaling the hot & dizzy heights of the duomo in July standing at 92m high we noticed the campanile adjacent to the dome & couldn’t resist climbing there too to enjoy the magnificent views from there. The climb inside the campanile offers more respite moments to catch your breath on much more open staircases climbing to a similar height of 82m & equally magnificent views all around including the wonderful Duomo. So if you’re unsure of tackling the challenge of climbing in more confined & upright spaces in the duomo then consider the campanile climb instead. You will not miss out on the glory of the views over Florence in a slightly less intense environment.
3. Loggia dei Lanzi
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4.5 based on 2,109 reviews
This outdoor museum space is a peaceful place to rest your weary feet after a long day of sight seeing. Admire some of Florence's most iconic original sculptures from Cellini's "Perseus" to Giambologna's "Rape of the Sabines."
Reviewed By Jo_and_Tom - Anna, United States
This area has several masterpieces with Cellini's Perseus to Rape of Sabines. Luca, our tour guide, stated this area has been there since Renaissance. Many artist at that time along with tourist would be able to study the art up close. Flanking this is the Uffzi, Pallazo Vecchio, and Uffzi museum. If you want an up close photo of a masterpiece this is the place to go.
4. Perseus Statue
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4.5 based on 1,768 reviews
Reviewed By margaretc007 - Bethesda, United States
Unlike the other sculptures in the Loggia, such as Giambologna"s famous "Rape of the Sabine Women", this is the actual bronze statue sculpted by Benvenuto Cellini, another Florentine genius. It is not a copy. This is apparently the first-ever bronze sculpture made during the Renaissance. Wander around it and marvel at the details.
5. Patroclo e Menelao
6. Ratto di Polissena
7. Fontana del Porcellino
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4.0 based on 799 reviews
Reviewed By KezzaG90
A quick visit to the boar and insert a coin via it's mouth for a safe return to Florence. I would recommend going early in the morning or mid evening as it was very busy when we visited. Free water near by.
8. Equestrian Monument of Cosimo I
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4.0 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By thomasozbun - Vicenza, Italy
An equestrian monument built by the famous Giambologna depicting Cosimo I de´ Medici, first Grand duke of Tuscany. It was made in the similar fashion of the equestrian monuments of the ancient roman times.
9. Arco di Trionfo
10. Monumento a Dante Alighieri
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4.0 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By silverbrook - London, Canada
The facial expression on the statue of Dante, located in the Piazza Santa Croce beside the basilica of Santa Croce, is quite thought-provoking. The statue was created in 1865 by Enrico Pazziand depicts the exhiled Dante Alighieri. It is located outside the basilica since Dante was not buried within the walls of the church. Do take the time to have a look at this fantastic statue if you happen to stroll through the square.
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