Sometimes referred to as the “Cradle of the Renaissance,” Florence was home to some of history’s most celebrated scientists and artists, and now possesses some of the world’s greatest collections of art and architecture, as well as a lively food, theatre, and music scene. Nestled between the Apennine mountains and the Tyrrhenian Sea, the surrounding landscapes are speckled with historic villages and medieval castles. Florence is blessed with seemingly endless wealth of idyllic landscapes, deep-rooted history, culinary pedigree, and artistic legacy. It is Italy’s capital of 4 million people and a busy center of commerce, archaeology, education, tourism, fashion, and government. Italian cuisine is characterized by its simplicity and regional variation. Typical meals include pastas, rice dishes, stews, cheeses, fish, cured meats, soups, and salads. Vegetarian and vegan food is readily available. 

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Visa Information: U.S. citizens are not currently required to have a visa to enter Italy. Non-U.S. citizens must check local visa requirements, including requirements for countries passed through in transit.