A beautiful city renowned for its art, architecture, music, and food since the days of the Medici, Florence is not a huge city, but it's one with a lot of depth. Whether you're simply strolling in one of the historic piazzas in the city center or sightseeing the historic churches like beautiful Basilica di San Lorenzo, or spending an afternoon in the Galleria degli Uffizi, this city demands time and attention. Many stunning moments await in Florence (or Firenze in its native Italian): the Ponte Vecchio, Il Duomo, the Boboli Gardens… wonderful shopping and culinary experiences also await, if you have a bit of a budget.