{"id":5134,"date":"2019-08-07T09:26:46","date_gmt":"2019-08-07T13:26:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aesu.com\/?p=5134"},"modified":"2019-08-07T09:26:46","modified_gmt":"2019-08-07T13:26:46","slug":"spend-48-hours-florence-italy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bobeckmedia.com\/aesu\/spend-48-hours-florence-italy\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Spend 48 Hours in Florence, Italy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Learn how to make the most of a two-day trip in Tuscany\u2019s capital, and explore Florence with AESU! <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

American author, Mark Twain, once wrote, \u201cto see the sun sink down, drowned on his pink and purple and golden floods, and overwhelm Florence with tides of color that make all sharp lines dim and faint and turn the solid city to a city of dreams, is a sight to stir the coldest nature.\u201d He wasn\u2019t the first <\/span>writer<\/span><\/a> to remark on the immense beauty of the Florentine sunset, and he probably won\u2019t be the last! Learn how to make the most of a two-day trip in Tuscany\u2019s capital, and explore <\/span>Florence<\/span><\/a> with AESU!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Galleria dell\u2019 Accademia\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Wake up early, sip a foamy cappuccino, and savor a flaky pastry to begin your adventure. Slip on a pair of comfortable walking shoes, and head to the Galleria dell\u2019 Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David! The Galleria can become busy during peak hours, so it\u2019s best to arrive as soon as it opens to maximize your time. David may be the highlight of the show, but there are several priceless masterpieces also worth enjoying!<\/span><\/p>\n

Duomo di Firenze\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

The Duomo di Firenze was built in 1436, and considered the most iconic cathedral in Florence! The elaborate structure is surrounded by must-see museums including the bell tower, baptistery, and underground ruins located below the Duomo. Travelers could easily spend an entire day exploring the interior and exterior of the Duomo, but we recommend limiting your visit to two to three hours for the sake of time!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Fontana del Porcellino\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you want to leave Florence with a souvenir, walk down the Piazza Della Repubblica toward the Fontana del Porcellino. The streets are filled with high-end shops, street artists, locals, and travelers! You may come across a large, bronze boar in the center of it all. According to local legend, rubbing the boar\u2019s nose will guarantee your return to Florence!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Piazza Della Signoria\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

After two years of intense work, the famous Fountain of Neptune has been restored! Explore the Piazza Della Signoria, home to the fountain and an open-air museum filled with breathtaking statues. Purchase a scoop of gelato, and stroll through the piazza in search of Tuscan cuisine!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Explore Italy With AESU<\/b><\/h1>\n

AESU <\/b>offers unique, thrilling travel programs for college students and young professionals at affordable rates. Each trip is action-packed and informal\u2014designed just for people your own age. We are also able to design custom tours just for your group.<\/span><\/p>\n

AESU offers several trips to <\/span>Italy<\/b>, including <\/span>Cosmopolitan<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Explorer<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Euro Focus<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Great Escape<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Viva Italia<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>Euro Spree<\/span><\/a>. Explore Italy and its interesting culture, plus experience some of the greatest food and wine in Europe!<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have any questions or want help booking your <\/span>Italy <\/b>adventure, please contact <\/span>AESU <\/b>by calling <\/span>800-638-7640<\/b>, or fill out the <\/span>contact form<\/span><\/a> found on our website<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

American author, Mark Twain, once wrote, \u201cto see the sun sink down, drowned on his pink and purple and golden floods, and overwhelm Florence with tides of color that make all sharp lines dim and faint and turn the solid city to a city of dreams, is a sight to stir the coldest nature.\u201d He […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5135,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"postBodyCss":"","postBodyMargin":[],"postBodyPadding":[],"postBodyBackground":{"backgroundType":"classic","gradient":""},"footnotes":""},"categories":[32],"tags":[33,28],"class_list":["post-5134","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-italy-travel-tips","tag-italy-2","tag-travel"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nHow to Spend 48 Hours in Florence, Italy<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"American author, Mark Twain, once wrote, \u201cto see the 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