Michelangelo Square

The best view of Florence is from Michelangelo Square, overlooking the southern part of the city! You can see Florence’s rooftops unfolding, with the city’s most iconic landmarks rising among them: the cathedral and its impressive dome, the majestic Basilica of Santa Croce, and to your left, the unique Ponte Vecchio over the Arno River… And in the background, you’ll see the Apennine mountains. It’s the ultimate spot for the perfect photo! The square was built in 1875, when Florence was the capital of Italy. Created on Michelangelo’s 400th birthday, it honours this genius of Italian Renaissance. At its centre stands a bronze replica of his famous sculpture David. Michelangelo was not only a painter, sculptor, and architect — he was a universal humanist whose vision helped shape the spirit of the Renaissance. From the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome to the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, his legacy reaches far beyond Florence. And yet, it feels just right that the city honours him here, in the square that offers the most breathtaking view of his beloved Florence.