Piazzale Michelangelo
Architectural Landmark

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Easily reachable on the Oltr’Arno, across the river from the city centre, Piazzale Michelangelo, home to one of the famous sculptor’s three versions of David, offers stunning panoramic views of Florence. There are also restaurants, cafes and bars here, so you can enjoy a drink and a meal while you breathe it all in, often to the soundtrack of local musicians playing in the square. It’s difficult to think of anywhere better suited to the quintessential Florentine experience.