This neoclassical-style piazza built by Giuseppe Poggi in the 19th century offers some of the best panoramic views of Florence's historic center. The …
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Apr 22, 2025
I think you've basically got to come here, it is the best vantage point this side of the river and really easy to get to by bus. I took the bus from the city center up the back of this hill then walk…Full review by P H
Apr 20, 2025
No visit to Florence is complete without stopping here and enjoy the view !! Add a drink, ice cream, beer or even a bite at the plaza There is also a nice restaurant accross the street This is one …Full review by Christian S
Apr 20, 2025
Piazzale Michelangelo is open square with panoramic terrace of the city and one of the people chilling places in Florence. Here you can got some souvenirs or listen the music of street musician. Crow…Full review by Kristina P
Hey there! Will it be easy to find a taxi from piazzale Michelangelo to the train station Santa Maria Novella, after the sunset?
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No idea, but you could walk downstairs which goes pretty fast (less than 30 mins) or take bus 12 or 13 (also 30 mins, including a short walk). Or combine a walk downstairs and several …
No idea, but you could walk downstairs which goes pretty fast (less than 30 mins) or take bus 12 or 13 (also 30 mins, including a short walk). Or combine a walk downstairs and several busses. Way cheaper than a taxi.
Are there taxi near by the piazza to go back to train station ?
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It's very hard to catch a taxi on the street. The best way to get a taxi quickly is to call the central taxi number: +39 055 4242 and they will send a taxi to you quickly!
What buses take me to Piazza Michelangelo, where do I catch them, and is a Tabacchi the place where I would buy the bus tickets?
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The bus and tram network in Florence, Italy, is run by the ATAF e Li-nea consortium. Timetables and other service information about day buses, night buses, electric buses and trams …
The bus and tram network in Florence, Italy, is run by the ATAF e Li-nea consortium. Timetables and other service information about day buses, night buses, electric buses and trams can be found on the ATAF website. Much of it is in English, but the Italian version contains the more up-to-date transport network map. Search for Firenze bus map I believe you can buy bus tickets at local shops, like Tabacchi
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