Florence in the News

The Duomo in the heart of Florence

I've been reading a lot about Florence lately which only makes me wish I was there.  If you are headed to my favorite Tuscan city soon, you should check out these articles:


36 Hours in Florence by Ondine Cohane (New York Times): recommendations on where to go, what to do, where to stay, and what to eat on a short trip to Florence

A Weekend in Florence (New York Times): a photo essay by Dave Yoder that accompanies Ondine Cohane's article

A Museum Display of Galileo has a Saintly Feel by Rachel Donadio (New York Times): review of the newly-renamed Museo Galileo in Florence and their exhibit of Galileo's remains. 

Hotels in Florence by Jessica (Why Go Italy): a roundup of hotel recommendations at a variety of prices

Famous Gardens in Italy (My Melange): includes both Boboli Gardens, near the Pitti Palace in Florence, and Villa Gamberaia, found in the hills outside of Florence.

Florence: A Visit with Michelangelo by Angela Nickerson (EuroCheapo): free or nearly-free places to see Michelangelo's work in his hometown. 

Are you headed to Florence? What are your plans?  And what resources have you found most useful lately?