ours itineraries at:
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It is possible to change or extend the "FLORENCE
ITINERARY" including a visit to some of the following
places
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-Piazzale Michelangelo, ( to be reached
by bus). From this famous square we can enjoy unrivalled
views of the historical centre of Florence. From here we
can go on to see the Romanesque church of San Miniato al
Monte
-Palazzo Pitti, in the most famous Renaissance Palace we
can admire: La Galleria Palatina, the modern art gallery,
the museum of silver and of course the exquisite garden
of Boboli
(admission fee)
-Cappella Brancacci al Carmine, houses the frescoes by
Masaccio who revolutionized Italian Renaissance Art
(admission fee)
-Church Santo Spirito, designed by Brunelleschi, this church
houses a "collection" of 15th century altars(all
still intact), with works by the most important artists
of the time, as well as an important crucifix, the work
of a young Michelangelo
-Church Santa Felicia, it is perhaps the church which lay
the foundations for the first Christian community in Florentia.
It houses one of the most renowned and beautiful works
by the first among Florentine Mannerist artists. "La
deposizione di Pontormo" ( the deposition of Pontormo)
-Via Maggio, Along this road prestigious Renaissance buildings
house the best known Florentine antique shops
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