"florence" a Florence Travel Page by rkearns

Florence is a very manageable city. Looking at the map, the streets look like a spider web of short intersecting lines, and you surely cannot rely on every street being listed. that being said, just go outside and take a walk. you will need to establish landmarks like a certain building or any architectural structure that stands out. you may just stay on the main streets, but i find that venturing down the smaller alley ways will lead you to a more culturally satisfying experience. you will see artisans in their shops, building furniture, weaving, making shoes, painting tile and baking. you will see centuries of tradition in these local hideaways, and you will experience the florence that IS and WAS.