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Things to do in Florence: watching the sunset over the Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio from the hills above the city

Things to Do in Florence: Hidden Secrets, Food and a Chianti Day Trip

  • Post author:Helena
  • Post published: November 14, 2026
  • Post category:Europe/Italy

From Medici secrets and the first gelato ever made to sunset over the Duomo and a vintage Fiat 500 drive through Chianti, these are my favourite things to do in Florence.

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Bonjour! I'm a globe-trotter at heart, originally from France, with a year's adventure in Australia and now calling London home. My passion? To travel far and wide, discovering new places, tasting global cuisines, and collecting unforgettable moments. Join me as we venture beyond the familiar, from London's hidden gems to the world's vast wonders!
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