2Florence, Italy

Florence is a treasure trove of Renaissance art and architecture. The city’s historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage site, dominated by the magnificent Duomo with its iconic red-tiled dome designed by Brunelleschi. The Uffizi Gallery houses Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Botticelli masterpieces. Strolling through Florence, visitors can admire the Ponte Vecchio, a medieval bridge lined with jewelry shops, and the Palazzo Vecchio, a fortress-like palace now serving as a museum.