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Pisa

Pisa is the smaller of the two cities and can easily be enjoyed in a day trip, or even a half-day trip if you are organized. Famous for its Leaning Tower, there are actually a few other sights here which are just as worthy of visiting.
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“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”
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I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences.
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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Piazza Michaelangelo

If climbing the Duomo or Giotto’s bell tower does not massively appeal to you but you still want to see amazing panoramic views over the city, then the Piazza Michaelangelo is the place for you to go. As well as not having to walk up hundreds of stairs in very cramped conditions, the view from this square on the south side of the River Arno also includes a view of the cathedral, and it really is wonderful to behold. At the center of the square, you will see a bronze statue of Michaelangelo’s David, plus there are a number of souvenirs and art stalls to browse.

The only disadvantage of the Piazza Michaelangelo is the distance from the rest of the important sights in the city – around four kilometers. For an itinerary of two days, it is advisable to take a taxi or an Uber to maximize your sightseeing time.
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“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”
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I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences.
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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Leather Markets and Stores⁣
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Florence is well-known for being a great place for shopping, in particular, the high-quality leather goods you can purchase here. There are, of course, plenty of places where you can buy all kinds of leather items; however, some have a better reputation than others. Cellerini is located in the old city center and has lots of excellent goods for sale; they will even custom-make a product to your exact specifications if you have time to pick it up at a later date. Misuri is possibly the oldest leather shop in Florence and has a convenient central location on Piazza Santa Croce, where you can buy well-crafted gifts for friends and family – and yourself! Other fine stores include Stefano Bemer, specializing in shoes – Daniel Day Lewis spent ten months here training how to make shoes; Benheart, popular with the younger generations; and Casini, maker of exquisite jackets and bags.⁣
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“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”⁣
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I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences. ⁣
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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Santa Croce⁣
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It may not have the Duomo’s size, but the Basilica of Santa Croce is certainly a contender for the most beautiful church in Florence. The facade is an exquisite mix of green, pink and red marble polychrome panels which contrast marvelously with the white stone. As well as being famed for its elegant beauty, Santa Croce is also known for being the resting place of some of the most influential Renaissance figures, including Galileo, Machiavelli, and Michaelangelo. There is also a cenotaph to Dante, another Florence citizen; however, he died while in exile from the city and the city still has not quite forgiven him for his indiscretion, so his remains are buried elsewhere.⁣
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“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”⁣
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I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences. ⁣
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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Uffizi Gallery⁣
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One of the most famous art galleries in the world, a visit to the Uffizi Gallery is an absolute must when you are in Florence. The gallery houses work by some of the most celebrated and influential artists the world has ever seen, including Leonardo da Vinci, Michaelangelo, Raphael, and Botticelli. It is highly recommended that you book your visit to Uffizi online in advance to make sure you actually get in on the day you want to visit.⁣
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“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”⁣
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I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences. ⁣
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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Ponte Vecchio

Literally translating as ‘Old Bridge’ in English, the Ponte Vecchio really is old – in fact, it is the oldest bridge in the world. It was originally built in the 10th century before being rebuilt in the 14th and was the only bridge in Florence that was not destroyed during World War II. Traditionally the bridge was lined with jeweller’s shops, which you can still find there today, but nowadays these are mixed with art dealers and souvenir shops
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“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”
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I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences.
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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Pisa

Pisa is the smaller of the two cities and can easily be enjoyed in a day trip, or even a half-day trip if you are organized. Famous for its Leaning Tower, there are actually a few other sights here which are just as worthy of visiting.
____
Photo by @hortense.travel
——
“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”
(LINK IN BIO)
——
I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences.
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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Piazza Michaelangelo

If climbing the Duomo or Giotto’s bell tower does not massively appeal to you but you still want to see amazing panoramic views over the city, then the Piazza Michaelangelo is the place for you to go. As well as not having to walk up hundreds of stairs in very cramped conditions, the view from this square on the south side of the River Arno also includes a view of the cathedral, and it really is wonderful to behold. At the center of the square, you will see a bronze statue of Michaelangelo’s David, plus there are a number of souvenirs and art stalls to browse.

The only disadvantage of the Piazza Michaelangelo is the distance from the rest of the important sights in the city – around four kilometers. For an itinerary of two days, it is advisable to take a taxi or an Uber to maximize your sightseeing time.
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Photo by @hortense.travel
——
“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”
(LINK IN BIO)
——
I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences.
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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Leather Markets and Stores⁣
⁣
Florence is well-known for being a great place for shopping, in particular, the high-quality leather goods you can purchase here. There are, of course, plenty of places where you can buy all kinds of leather items; however, some have a better reputation than others. Cellerini is located in the old city center and has lots of excellent goods for sale; they will even custom-make a product to your exact specifications if you have time to pick it up at a later date. Misuri is possibly the oldest leather shop in Florence and has a convenient central location on Piazza Santa Croce, where you can buy well-crafted gifts for friends and family – and yourself! Other fine stores include Stefano Bemer, specializing in shoes – Daniel Day Lewis spent ten months here training how to make shoes; Benheart, popular with the younger generations; and Casini, maker of exquisite jackets and bags.⁣
____⁣
Photo by @hortense.travel⁣
——⁣
“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”⁣
(LINK IN BIO)⁣
——⁣
I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences. ⁣
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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Santa Croce⁣
⁣
It may not have the Duomo’s size, but the Basilica of Santa Croce is certainly a contender for the most beautiful church in Florence. The facade is an exquisite mix of green, pink and red marble polychrome panels which contrast marvelously with the white stone. As well as being famed for its elegant beauty, Santa Croce is also known for being the resting place of some of the most influential Renaissance figures, including Galileo, Machiavelli, and Michaelangelo. There is also a cenotaph to Dante, another Florence citizen; however, he died while in exile from the city and the city still has not quite forgiven him for his indiscretion, so his remains are buried elsewhere.⁣
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Photo by @hortense.travel⁣
——⁣
“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”⁣
(LINK IN BIO)⁣
——⁣
I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences. ⁣
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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Uffizi Gallery⁣
⁣
One of the most famous art galleries in the world, a visit to the Uffizi Gallery is an absolute must when you are in Florence. The gallery houses work by some of the most celebrated and influential artists the world has ever seen, including Leonardo da Vinci, Michaelangelo, Raphael, and Botticelli. It is highly recommended that you book your visit to Uffizi online in advance to make sure you actually get in on the day you want to visit.⁣
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Photo by @hortense.travel⁣
——⁣
“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”⁣
(LINK IN BIO)⁣
——⁣
I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences. ⁣
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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Ponte Vecchio

Literally translating as ‘Old Bridge’ in English, the Ponte Vecchio really is old – in fact, it is the oldest bridge in the world. It was originally built in the 10th century before being rebuilt in the 14th and was the only bridge in Florence that was not destroyed during World War II. Traditionally the bridge was lined with jeweller’s shops, which you can still find there today, but nowadays these are mixed with art dealers and souvenir shops
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Photo by @hortense.travel
——
“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”
(LINK IN BIO)
——
I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences.
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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Piazza della Signoria⁣
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This is the square where the Palazzo Vecchio is situated, but it certainly is not the only reason for visiting. This square is famous for its numerous statues which you can see dotted all around. On either side of the Palazzo Vecchio you will find the fountain of Neptune and the Loggia dei Lanzi, containing Renaissance sculptures of Hercules and Perseus, among others. Standing close to the fountain of Neptune is an imposing statue of Cosimo de’ Medici, the first member of the Medici family who de facto ruled Florence throughout the majority of the Renaissance period.⁣
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Photo by @hortense.travel⁣
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“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”⁣
(LINK IN BIO)⁣
——⁣
I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences. ⁣
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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Palazzo Vecchio⁣
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The Duomo might be the most important religious building in Florence, but the Palazzo Vecchio takes the title of most important administrative buildings. It began life as the palace of the Signoria of the Republic of Florence before later becoming the city’s town hall. On the front facade, you can see various coats of arms of the families and individuals significant to Florence’s history. You can also see a replica of Michaelangelo’s statue of David at the entrance, which is where the original once stood. The interior has a number of individually decorated rooms with an array of amazing artworks to admire.⁣
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Photo by @hortense.travel⁣
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“ What to do in Florence and Pisa in 2 Days ”⁣
(LINK IN BIO)⁣
——⁣
I’m a professional travel advisor specialized in private and personalized experiences. ⁣
Email me at alexandra@hortensetravel.com to start planning your trip together.

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