Activity Highlights

Florence attractions form a universe in themselves. There are so many little and large gems to visit and explore! However, not all of them are clustered together. A walking tour that tries to cover all would be way too exhausting. Hence, most of them have to stick to the center.

History Sneak Peek

Sitting among the rolling hills of picturesque Tuscany, Florence is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. You probably recognize it best for its war and trade achievements in the Middle Ages or during Renaissance. However, the city is far more ancient!

In fact, it was established in 59 BC by Julius Caesar himself. He created the settlement to serve as a haven for military veterans.

Conveniently, Florence was situated on a farmable land as well as on a crucial travel route between Rome and the north of Italy. These qualities made it easy for the settlement to grow into a commercial, political, and cultural hub.

Florence also became known as a banking center. In fact, Florentine banks had their fingers all over Europe. The powerful Medici family was the ultimate puppet master behind the banking scheme.

While money isn't particularly romantic, its Florences economic prosperity that fueled the artistic (r)evolution. The wealth and constant mingle of international influences set the perfect ambiance for the creation of art. Many of the most influential artists (such as Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci) created their greatest masterpieces in Florence.

Indeed, there is so much to see and learn! These paragraphs can barely scratch the surface of all the stories and curiosities this city has to offer. Book your bike tour Florence Italy and ensure no sight or attraction escapes your attention!