Florence

There could be no better setting, on the banks of the River Arno, for the birthplace of the Renaissance than Florence, the city of Michelangelo, Da Vinci, Giotto, Dante and their patrons, the Medici family. The list of works of art is almost overpowering, but our Kirker Guide Notes will help you find quieter secrets and some special trattoria and restaurants, not found in other ‘official’ handbooks. All holidays include a guaranteed timed entrance to the Uffizi so you can avoid the lengthy queues.

Highlights of Florence

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Antica Torre di via Tornabuoni 1

Boutique Residence

3 nights from £688

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

We are delighted to introduce this beautiful property which dates from the 13th Century and stands on via Tornabuoni, a few minutes' walk from the Duomo.

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Rosso 23

Superior

3 nights from £568

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

Rosso 23 opened in 2009 and, with its frescoed façade, is one of the most attractive of the buildings that overlook the square. Public areas include a stylish entrance hall which it shares with its sister hotel, the Garibaldi Blu and a grand stone staircase that leads to 43 comfortable and well furnished bedrooms. Our prices are based on superior rooms overlooking Piazza Santa Maria Novella.

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Balestri

Superior

3 nights from £598

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

Sister hotel to the Santa Maria Novella and the L’Orologio, the Balestri reopened in January 2015 following a complete renovation. It is located in the heart of the Santa Croce district, 400 metres from the Ponte Vecchio and close to The Uffizi Gallery.

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Belmond Villa San Michele

Deluxe

3 nights from £1,298

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

Owned by the Belmond Group, the Villa San Michele is nestled on the hillside below the small town of Fiesole and is one of our favourite hotels in Italy.

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Helvetia & Bristol

Superior

3 nights from £1,048

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

A Kirker favourite for over 30 years, the location of this characterful, traditional hotel is perfect – in the very heart of Florence, very close to Palazzo Strozzi and Piazza della Rebubblica

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Brunelleschi

Superior

3 nights from £698

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

One of the oldest buildings in Florence, the Brunelleschi stands in a quiet courtyard in the centre of Florence, a few steps from the Duomo. The Pagliazza Tower dates back to the 6th century and was once home to Filippo Brunelleschi, architect of Florence’s famous dome.

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Grand Hotel Villa Cora

Superior

3 nights from £736

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

This elegant villa was built in 1868 and reopened in 2010 as a stylish hotel combining elegant furnishings with personal service.

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Relais Santa Croce

Superior

3 nights from £876

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

The Palazzo was built in the early 1700s by Marquis Baldinucci who was the treasurer to the Pope and a recent restoration has returned it to its original splendour – the frescoes are spectacular.

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Degli Orafi

Superior

3 nights from £598

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

This beautiful hotel is housed in one of Florence’s most attractive ancientresidences, with parts dating back to the 12th century Holy Agostino Padri Convent.

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Villa Fiesole

Superior

3 nights from £638

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

This 19th century villa sits just below the famous Villa San Michele on the edge of the town of Fiesole. It benefits from wonderful, panoramic views of Florence and is a perfect base to explore the rural surroundings. Access into the city is easy as a regular bus service operates from outside the hotel.

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Four Seasons Florence

Deluxe

3 nights from £1,298

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

The Four Seasons is made up of a 15th century Renaissance palazzo and a 16th century former convent, either side of a wonderful 10 acre park. As you would expect, the quality of the accommodation, cuisine and service is exceptional.

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L’Orologio Florence

Superior

3 nights from £598

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

One of Florence’s most stylish boutique hotels, L’Orologio is located on the majestic Piazza Santa Maria Novella. The design takes its inspiration from watchmakers, with each floor dedicated to a famous brand.

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Villa La Massa

Deluxe

3 nights from £948

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

As Florence flourished during the 14th century, wealthy families commissioned the building of impressive countryside residences. Villa La Massa, with its noble architecture and idyllic location on the banks of the Arno is an impressive example.

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Lungarno

Deluxe

3 nights from £998

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

Shelley described the view of the River Arno from the Ponte Vecchio as “the most vibrant and elegant that I have ever seen” and you have the same breathtaking vista if you book a riverside room at the Lungarno.

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Santa Maria Novella

Superior

3 nights from £598

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

Over the last four years, the Piazza Santa Maria Novella has undergone significant change. Many of the buildings, including the beautiful church have been restored and the square itself is now virtually traffic free.

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Florence, Italy

This charming hotel is located in the rolling hills just four kilometres from Florence and is perfect for those seeking a relaxing environment with easy access to the historical centre.

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Pitti Palace

Superior

3 nights from £598

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

This famous hotel is in a fabulous location, just a few steps from the southern end of the Ponte Vecchio.

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Savoy

Deluxe

3 nights from £1,198

including Flights, Transfers

Florence, Italy

The Hotel Savoy stands on the Piazza della Repubblica, in the centre of Florence and has been completely refurbished. Its traditional Italian exterior reflects the turn-of-the-century period in which it was built – but there are many Rocco Forte individual touches to lift this hotel above the norm.

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Holidays

Florence, Italy

The classic Italian trilogy combines the three great cities of Venice, Florence and Rome in one tailor-made holiday, which takes you through Renaissance, Classical and Baroque architecture, exceptional art galleries and magnificent religious buildings ranging from the Basilica of St Mark in Venice to Brunelleschi’s Duomo in Florence and the vast dome of St Peter’s in Rome.

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Florence, Italy

Leonardo da Vinci was the foremost artist, inventor and scientist of the Italian Renaissance, and 2019 marks 500 years since his death.

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Florence, Italy

Discover the wonderful city of the Medici before heading to Punta Ala on the Tuscan Coast for peaceful relaxation. This six night holiday combines glorious art, architecture and history with fine cuisine, splendid sea views and two extremely comfortable hotels.

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Florence, Italy

The cradle of the Italian Renaissance, Florence is home to some of the world's greatest art and architecture. Stay for three nights at our favourite small hotel, the Antica Torre and take advantage of Kirker's timed entrance tickets to see the new Leonardo, Michelangelo and Raphael rooms at the Uffizi Gallery.

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