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    Piazzale Michelangelo

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    Viale Michelangelo, 50125, Florence, Italy
    +39 055 045 0705
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    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.

    About Piazzale Michelangelo

    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.
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    • Average3%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible1%
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    “rose garden” (274 reviews)
    “panoramic view of florence” (187 reviews)
    “bottle of wine” (266 reviews)
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    Viale Michelangelo, 50125, Florence, Italy
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    "rose garden"
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    "panoramic view of florence"
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    "bottle of wine"
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    "nice walk"
    in 160 reviews
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    in 154 reviews
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    "walk up"
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    "arno river"
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    "worth the climb"
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    "worth the effort"
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    "beautiful city"
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    "visiting florence"
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    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    ❤️

    We came here at sunset and it was gorgeous. As the sun sets all the buildings get lit up and there is a very romantic atmosphere. You can take a 12 bus and it drops you off right in front. The only downsides I found...More

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    Best view of Florence

    This is a definite must do for the best views of Florence. The walk up to the piazza looks worse than what it actually is.

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    Holiday

    I took a good walk along the river Arno, next to the statue of Michelagelo. Down from the road and up there are many stairs, but it's a beautiful scenery and stunning views of all of Florence from there.

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    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Lovely as always

    I always make a point of climbing up to this viewpoint. Stunning views of Florence. A good cafe on the lower level too.

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    Reviewed yesterday
    Worth the walk up..sensational views.

    This place offers the BEST views of Florence.. So, worth the time and energy it takes to walk up to see Florence from a higher vantage point. Plus, it is quite large, so plenty of room to enjoy the views and take great photos without...More

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    Very well-kept square from which one can see the whole of Florence.

    Visiting this Piazza is a must when one is in Florence and the breath-taking view from there makes you forget the trip to go there. When one arrives here he should not miss the nearby San Miniato al Monte.

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    Magical sunset

    I treated with some scepticism the prospect of sitting in a glorified car park one afternoon in April. I was wrong to be. Yes, it is little more than a big car park. Yes, it is very busy. Yes it is up quite a steep...More

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    Reviewed 2 days ago
    AMAZING views of Florence!

    This Piazzale is SO worth the walk! If offers panoramic, stunning views of the entire city of Florence, including the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio! WOW!

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    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    Gorgeous View

    Go early in the morning and then watch the city light up. Wonderful! I had an unobstructed view to myself at 8 am! So peaceful!!! Uh oh, maybe not after I pass on this advice!

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    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    Worth the climb

    Took awhile to wind our way up the hill! View of Florence is fabulous and the restaurant above the Piazzale is lovely.

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    kelly c
    8 April 2018|
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    Response from Gary W | Reviewed this property |
    Yes can sit outside and drink wines. trouble always finds its way around but just be aware! walked nearly everywhere. from the bridge to top of the piazza about 30-45mins. I hope you enjoy it all in firenza.
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    4 April 2018|
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    Response from Megan L | Reviewed this property |
    From The Accademia I would suggest walking as it isn't far. However the walk up to San Miniato or the Piazzale is rather steep and the stairs would prove to be difficult for prams. When you reach the top, the view is well... More
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