Florence Italy: What Nobody Tells You Before You Visit
Florence Italy: What Nobody Tells You Before You Visit
Notable moments
- 01:34 Frecciarossa High-Speed Train to Florence
The hosts travel from Rome to Florence in business class on Italy's Frecciarossa high-speed rail network. The 90-minute journey includes spacious seating, complimentary snacks, water, and soft drinks served at your seat.
- 04:32 Hotel Indigo Florence Room Overview
A detailed walk-through of a guest room at Hotel Indigo Florence, located near the Santa Maria Novella train station. The footage displays the comfortable bed, desk area, surprisingly generous storage space, and compact modern bathroom.
Hotel Indigo Florence, Florence, Italy - 07:01 Climbing Brunelleschi's Dome
Visitors ascend the 463 steps inside Brunelleschi's iconic dome at the Florence Cathedral. The narrow brick staircase passes right alongside the stunning 16th-century Last Judgment ceiling fresco before opening onto a panoramic 360-degree rooftop view.
Florence Cathedral, Florence, Italy - 08:04 Climbing Giotto's Bell Tower
A step-by-step climb up Giotto's Campanile next to Florence Cathedral, featuring over 400 steps divided by intermediate rest landings every 100 steps. The top offers views of Brunelleschi's dome, though scaffolding and protective mesh screen part of the panorama.
Giotto's Campanile, Florence, Italy - 09:32 Casual Dining at Gustapanino
A look at the affordable pasta and traditional dishes served at Gustapanino in Florence's Oltrarno district. Plates of rigatoni and freshly made lasagna are shown along with the outdoor seating ambiance in Piazza Santo Spirito.
Gustapanino, Florence, Italy - 09:47 Pistachio Affogato at Caffè Mario
A close-up look at a espresso-drenched gelato affogato served in a wide coffee mug topped with pistachio powder and wafer cookies at Caffè Mario. The hosts note this quiet coffee spot serves a high-quality alternative to viral gelato shops nearby for around three euros less.
Caffè Mario, Florence, Italy - 10:05 Fresh Cinnamon Rolls at Melaleuca
Jess digs into a massive, warm cinnamon roll dripping with vanilla glaze at Melaleuca Bakery + Bistro along the Arno River. The popular Australian-American café serves hearty breakfast items, filter coffee, and freshly baked pastries.
Melaleuca Bakery + Bistro, Florence, Italy - 10:26 Exploring Mercato Centrale Food Hall
A walk through the vibrant upper floor food hall at Mercato Centrale in Florence. Dozens of artisan food stalls prepare hot Tuscan specialties, cured meats, fresh seafood, and local wine for communal dining under a glass ceiling.
Mercato Centrale, Florence, Italy - 10:47 Schiacciata Sandwiches at De' Neri 18r
Inside Schiacciateria De' Neri 18r, where bakery staff slice open giant warm schiacciata flatbreads and stuff them with layers of mortadella, fresh burrata, and pistachio cream. The hosts enjoy their enormous, neatly wrapped sandwiches while sitting along a scenic medieval alleyway.
Schiacciateria De' Neri 18r, Florence, Italy
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