The Ponte Vecchio is Florence's oldest and most iconic bridge, spanning the Arno River. Dating back to medieval times, it is famous for its charming shops, once occupied by butchers but now home to jewelers and artisans. Above the shops, you can follow a part of the Vassari Corridor's route by looking at the round windows.
Via dei Girolami // A Room with a View
If you look up Via dei Girolami, you will see the window where Lucy Honeychurch (Helena Bonham Carter) and her chaperone Charlotte Bartlett (Maggie Smith) looked out on the narrow street in A Room with a View. They found that they had a room without a view in Pensione Bertolini, which in no way met their expectations.
Lungarno degli Archibusieri // 6 Underground
In the action thriller 6 Underground, a team of international experts led by One (Ryan Reynolds) embarks on a bold and bloody mission. During the opening sequence, it quickly becomes apparent just how intense this mission will be.
Piazzale degli Uffizi // Hannibal
At the start of the movie Hannibal, we see Hannibal Lecter (Anthony Hopkins) drop a letter in a mailbox for Clarice Starling at Piazzale degli Uffizi near the Arno River.
Piazzale degli Uffizi // The Best of Youth
The Palazzo degli Uffizi is a city palace originally serving as the administration building for the Florentine magistrate family, the De' Medici. It is home to one of the world's oldest and most important art museums: the Galleria degli Uffizi. The historic square, Piazzale degli Uffizi, is nestled between the Uffizi Gallery's grand colonnades and connects the Arno River with Piazza della Signoria. It is home to statues of famous Italian figures.
Palazzo Vecchio - The Hall of the Five Hundred // Inferno
Palazzo Vecchio, the historic town hall of Florence, was built in the 13th century. It features a fortress-like design and the iconic Arnolfo Tower. Inside, visitors can explore lavish chambers filled with Renaissance frescoes, including the impressive Hall of the Five Hundred.
Palazzo della Signoria – Palazzo Vecchio // Lost in Florence
In front of Palazzo Vecchio stands a replica of Michelangelo’s iconic statue of David. The original, sculpted between 1501 and 1504, once occupied this space before being relocated to the Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence for preservation.
Palazzo della Signoria // A Room with a View
Piazza della Signoria is Florence's historic heart, bordered by the Palazzo Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery. The square is adorned with stunning sculptures, including a replica of Michelangelo's David and the Fountain of Neptune.
Cattedrale Santa Maria del Fiore // Money Heist
In January 2019, Florence served as the backdrop for one of Netflix’s most popular series, Money Heist (La Casa de Papel). Filming took place at the piazza next to the cathedral and the baptistery. The scenes set in Florence are flashbacks five years prior to the main events of the series.
Baptistery of Saint John // Inferno
The Florence Baptistery, also known as the Baptistery of Saint John, the patron saint of Florence, is a religious building located in front of the famous Florence Cathedral, Il Duomo.
Cattedrale Santa Maria del Fiore – Brunelleschi dome // 6 Underground
The Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, also known as the Florence Cathedral, is the cathedral basilica and a dominant symbol of the Italian city of Florence. It is the fourth largest cathedral in Europe.
Bell Tower of Badia Fiorentina // Inferno
The bell tower of the Badia Fiorentina rises above the historic monastery, dating back to the 13th century. It features a distinctive Gothic design and was once home to Benedictine monks. The monastery is notable for its connections to Dante Alighieri, who is believed to have studied there.
Piazza di Santa Croce // From Scratch
Piazza di Santa Croce is dominated by the Basilica di Santa Croce and hosts cultural events, including the historic Calcio Storico Fiorentino tournament.
Basilica di Santa Croce - Cloisters // Hannibal
The Basilica di Santa Croce is a Gothic church called the "Temple of Italian Glories." It is the final resting place of notable figures such as Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. Within the cloister garden of the Basilica, you can find the Pazzi Chapel, a Renaissance masterpiece designed by Brunelleschi.
