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Florence For Kids

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The best time to visit Florence for family travelers is during late spring or early fall when days are warm and you can spend time outside exploring the city. If museums get too overwhelming for your kids, there are many other fun things to see and do in Florence.

Get to know the historic center of Florence

There are many exceptional structures within walking distance of each other. Ponte Vecchio, the oldest bridge in Florence, offers great views over the river, brightly lit jewelery shops, and street performers.

Just a few minutes from Ponte Vecchio is the square Piazza della Signoria where you and your family can admire the statue Michelangelo's David or sample some Italian ice cream.

Continuing along Via dei Calzaiuoli you soon reach the Duomo of Florence, a magnificent church with a colorful facade, Brunelleschi's dome and Giotto's bell tower. Both the dome and the bell tower can be accessed by visitors. The dome offers great views of the whole city.

About 5 minutes from the Duomo in the northern direction (along Via de' Ginori) lies the church of San Lorenzo and the San Lorenzo Market where street vendors sell leather goods, t-shirts, and other items.

Explore the Boboli Gardens

Pack some snacks and take a walk through the beautiful Boboli gardens. Along the way, admire fountains, statues and views of Florence.

The History of Science Museum

Although you probably will not want to miss seeing the Uffizi, your kids will probably prefer the History of Science Museum in Florence, also located in the historic center.