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Piazzale Michelangelo

Viale Michelangelo, 50125 Florence, Italy
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As featured in 3 days in Florence
Ranked #3 of 176 attractions in Florence
Type: Lookouts, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: <1 hour
Owner description: This 19th century piazza has undoubtedly the best panoramic view of Florence. The square is decorated with copies of Michelangelo's sculptures, but... more » Owner description: This 19th century piazza has undoubtedly the best panoramic view of Florence. The square is decorated with copies of Michelangelo's sculptures, but it's the view people come here to see. « less
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Sparta, New Jersey, Usa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

IMHO, this is the finest view of Florence! There's something wonderful to see wherever you look! It's a strenuous walk up to the top but you can take a cab as well. Then have dinner in a wonderful spot doen below including my favorite, Osteria del Cinghiale Bianco.

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Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Beautiful views of Florence! Go there just before sunset. It's quite a long uphill walk with many stairs to get there but totally worth it!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

It is definitely worth the walk up to here to take in the beautiful views of Florence. It's an easy walk (a little uphill) but so, so worth it!

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Morrisville, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

It's a nice walk to a hillside view of Florence. Close to a nice hilltop garden too. There were a few musicians performing also which made for a nice atmosphere.

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Singapore, Singapore
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Didn't really like it too much but some people love the view. We took a cab up there. We had dinner at one of the restaurants at the bottom of the hill and was great. Walked down the steps located next to Play Bar and you will reach the bottom of it and just check out the restaurants around that... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Best view of Florence without any steps to climb. statues onsite are ok but the view is what you are there for. Gogogo

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florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

I loved it all. The gardens on the way up were beautiful. The pocketbook peddlers block the view. They are everywhere.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Worked off breakfast no problem. The view was fantastic. Not too crowded so easy to get photos. Carried on up to the monestary and such a peaceful setting. Very spiritual

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Northern California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Don't miss these classic views of Florence.... amazing! :) Worth the walk and while you are there go to the Bascilica di San Miniato right up the road.

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Portland, Oregon
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

It was an easy walk to the piazzale. It has wonderful views of the city and would recommend it for this reason alone. We could not get very close to the statute since a bike race staging area was being removed.

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