Getting to Know Florence's Neighborhoods

Quiet Morning Streets of Santo Spirito

Florence is a town of about half a million permanent residents in the city's center which contains six unique neighborhoods. Because the center is so compact, it an take only a few hours to walk through all six neighborhoods. However, to speed through them without appreciating each one's individuals feel and offering, would be "un peccato," a sin.

So take some time to walk through and experience the main channels and backroads of Florence. It is off the beaten paths in Santo Spirito that you will find the carpenter's door open, inviting you to watch him at his craft. Or in the streets spread from Santa Croce where you'll appreciate how the locals live with quaint but extraordinary cafes and restaurants.

Plan appropriately and read more about the 6 Quartiere of Firenze.