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Where To Find the Best Views in Florence

Take in Italy’s Renaissance capital from these sky-high perches for unforgettable Florence panoramic views.

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Rebecca’s first visit to Italy was a coup de foudre and her affection for Il Bel Paese has only grown over almost 30 years of living here, during which time she has mastered the art of navigating the sampietrini cobblestones in heels but has yet to come away from a plate of bucatini all’amatriciana with an unsullied blouse. She covers Italy travel, culture, and cuisine for a number of print and online publications.

With Brunelleschi’s Dome (Cupola di Brunelleschi) towering above all other rooftops in the city, Florence has one of the most recognizable skylines in Italy. The iconic cupola atop the Florence Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria dei Fiori) is both the city’s most famous landmark and most coveted viewpoint, but there are plenty of other bird’s-eye outposts that vie for the top spots for views in Florence. Climb medieval towers, visit rooftop overlooks, and stroll up garden slopes inside the old town—or head to the surrounding hills for Florence cityscape vistas from afar. Here are the best viewpoints in Florence both in and around the historic center.

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