Church, mosque or temple · UNESCO
Florence Cathedral
Florence, Italy
The Duomo, topped by Brunelleschi's enormous red-tiled dome.
Palace · Italy · Tuscany
Palazzo Vecchio
Florence's fortress-like town hall, with a tall tower and richly decorated rooms.
Paid entry about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Palazzo Vecchio matters
Palazzo Vecchio has been the seat of Florentine government for centuries. Its medieval tower rises over Piazza della Signoria, and inside are huge painted halls, secret passages and tower climbs. Outside, an open-air sculpture gallery, the Loggia dei Lanzi, sits next to a copy of David.
Talking points
- It has been the city's town hall for centuries.
- A copy of David stands outside the entrance.
- Secret passages and tower climbs are available as tours.
- The Loggia dei Lanzi nearby is an open-air sculpture gallery.
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