Florence is considered the cradle of the Renaissance and the Medici dynasty turned the city into a flourishing metropolis. The names of many artists and scholars are still associated with the city today: Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Galileo Galilei, Donatello, Botticelli, Machiavelli, ... to name but a few. The rich history is still present today in many museums, palaces and monuments, which is why Florence is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The historic centre of Florence with its Renaissance buildings is rightly a World Heritage Site! The cathedral alone, with its impressive dome, is a must-see for every visitor. It is no coincidence that "National Geographic" calls this building "Brunelleschi’s wonder". 

The city of Florence owes its special status above all to the Medici family, who were known as patrons of the arts, among other things. The Medici were in power for around 300 years and supported many artists during this time, such as Michelangelo. One of his most famous works is the sculpture of David, which is now in the Galleria dell’Accademia (Accademia Gallery). The Uffizi Gallery has an outstanding collection of famous works and is the most visited museum in Italy. The Accademia and the Uffizi are among the most important and most popular sights in the cultural metropolis, so it is essential to book your ticket in advance. If you – like many other people – are particularly fascinated by the works of art in the Uffizi Gallery and the Accademia Gallery and you can and want to commit to a date for your visit, then simply book your ticket for these fantastic museums at the same time.

Another attraction worth seeing is the Leonardo Interactive Museum®, which is dedicated to this artist. Leonardo da Vinci is considered a genius or polymath, as he was not only a painter and sculptor, but also a gifted engineer, architect, inventor, and scientist. Also worth seeing are the Museo de’ Medici, where you can learn more about the history of the Medici family, the National Archaeological Museum and the Museo Casa Buonarroti – the art collection of Michelangelo’s family. A guided tour of the city is the perfect way to start your holiday in Florence, giving you an overview of the cradle of the Renaissance. All of this is already included in your Florence City Pass. 

But that’s not all. Just outside the city gates we find the historically significant cities of Tuscany – Siena and San Gimignano – and the world-famous Chianti wine region. Florence, the capital of the region, is the perfect starting point for exploring this unique and beautiful region of Italy. It’s a good thing that the Florence City Pass is available for 1 to 7 days. This allows you to plan your city trip perfectly and make the most of all the included sights and excursions. 

With the Florence City Pass, you also benefit from great discounts on various excursions to different places in Tuscany. For example, visit the famous Cinque Terre on a day trip or explore the Chianti region on an e-bike tour.