Ascend the 414 steps to the top of the tower and enjoy a panoramic view of Florence. Facing the Cathedral of Santa Maria ... this monumental statue of David is housed in the Galleria dell'Accademia.

is not only Florence's religious center, but it's also the city's most recognizable attraction. Occupying the Piazza del Duomo in the heart of the city, this massive Gothic cathedral was erected ...

When you think of Florence, you probably think about the Cathedral of Santa Maria Del ... It is mostly known for its ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: If you're eager to get your steps in, climb up another 1,500 feet to the doors of the Abbey of San Miniato al Monte, one of the oldest churches in Florence. Admission is ...

This story appears in the February 2014 issue of National Geographic magazine. In 1418 the town fathers of Florence finally addressed a monumental problem they’d been ignoring for decades: the ...