Florence Is Italy's Cultural Capital — Here's Where to Eat, Stay, and Visit, According to an Expert This local's guide to compact, walkable Florence, Italy, shares the best restaurants, shops ...

Once you step foot in Florence, it’s easy to see why it was once Italy’s capital and why it’s such a cultural touchstone (the Renaissance and the piano were both born here). And if you have ...

This year all of Italy — but particularly Florence, where the great artist and inventor lived — is celebrating the achievements of Leonardo da Vinci, who passed away 500 years ago.