Villas in Florence

Villas in the cultural city of Florence

Considered by many as the world’s most beautiful city, Florence is a mecca for tourists who love art, sculpture, and architecture, and they come from all over the world in droves to witness the sheer majesty of this open-air masterpiece. Rent a villa in Florence in the centre to be right at the heart of the action, footsteps from millennia of history. Or if you prefer to get away from the crowds, search for a villa in one of its many districts. You can also find options in other nearby areas, such as the villas in Tuscany.

Villas that reflect the beauty of this city

In Florence you are spoilt for choice with the variety of attractive and practical villas suitable for both small and large groups, although if you go with a small group we recommend something more intimate and for fewer people, such as the apartments in Florence. Designed to nurture you after a long day exploring this great city, these villas reflect the sheer beauty of Florence. You can also find family-friendly villas in Florence with suitable spaces and characteristics!

There are many options for villas in Florence, each one very different from the other, but they maintain some similar amenities that will make your stay the best, such as:

• Garden
• Swimming pool
• Panoramic views
• Sauna
• Hot tub

Florence for architecture enthusiasts

From the 12th to the 16th centuries, Florence was one of the most important cities in the world, and nowadays the entire city stands tall as an open-air museum, packed full of beautiful palaces and decorated churches. Book a villa in Florence, located in the heart of the city so that you can visit the Florence Cathedral, which is probably the most celebrated cathedral in the world. The nearby Duomo is a true masterpiece of Gothic architecture. Palazzo Vecchio is perhaps Florence’s most iconic building with its dazzling courtyards and gorgeous frescoes. The list goes on, and you simply have to come and see it all.

Florence for foodies

Florence is a foodie’s dream city, with thousands of independent cafes and restaurants to gorge at dotted all across the city. You really could throw a rock and find good food in Florence, be it a traditional pizzeria, an emblematic Florentine steakhouse, or a classic ice-cream parlour.

Florence for museumistas

Unless you rent a villa in Florence for the entire summer, you have no chance of seeing all of its many museums. But if you only have time to see, say, three museums in the city, it has to be the following. Museo Nazionale del Bargello, which houses the city’s most important collection of Renaissance sculpture, including masterpieces by Michelangelo, Da Vinci Museum, where visitors can embark on a journey into Da Vinci’s genius mind through its many interactive displays, and Galileo Museum, home to one of the most important scientific collections in the world, including Galileo’s famous telescope. Museumistas truly are spoilt for choice in Florence! If you are a lover of this kind of touristic places, you may also want to book a villa in Siena.

1. Take a romantic sunset boat ride
2. One for contemporary art fans
3. Spend a lazy afternoon in Lumpini Park
4. Discover Uffizi Gallery
5. Experience the city’s historic food and produce market
6. Simply stroll the winding streets
7. Watch the sunset from Piazzale Michelangelo

1. Take a romantic sunset boat ride

Sunset boat rides take you on painstakingly restored boats for an impossibly romantic and unique perspective of the city of Florence away from the crowds, where you can truly feel its magical atmosphere. But that's not the only romantic plan you can make, because, in Cortona, which is x minutes from Florence, there is a long list of options. If you like any of them, you might want to book a villa in Cortona.

2. One for contemporary art fans

One of Florence’s best-kept secrets, Palazzo Strozzi has an ambitious contemporary art programme which amazes through innovative and interactive exhibitions. The shop sells wonderful locally made souvenirs to remind you of your time in the city.

3. Spend a lazy afternoon in Lumpini Park

The Boboli Gardens are a crossroads between nature, architecture and science. Majestic landscaping meets 16th-century sculptures, fountains and glorious architecture. The vistas over Florence and the surrounding hills are simply unmissable.

4. Discover Uffizi Gallery

Uffizi Gallery is home to some of the world’s standout collections of ancient sculptures and paintings. There is so much ground to cover, so make sure to bring comfortable shoes!

5. Experience the city’s historic food and produce market

Mercato Centrale is housed within a building of great historical and architectural importance in Florence, and today introduces discerning visitors to a smorgasbord of quality-first simple and fresh cuisine made exclusively by local artisans.

6. Simply stroll the winding streets

The city consists of hundreds of narrow crisscrossing streets that are a complete delight to get lost in. What will be around the next corner, a charming square, a beautiful sculpture by a famous artist, a market selling sweet, local fruits, or a gorgeous little café where you will simply have to stop and get a coffee?!

7. Watch the sunset from Piazzale Michelangelo

Overlooking the centre of the city, Piazzale Michelangelo is the local’s favourite spot to watch the sunset behind the magical domes and turrets of the city. A magnificent way to wrap up your memorable holiday in Florence!