Florence

 August 31, 2022

We arrived in Florence last night, with the idea that we would take a bus to our hotel, but the flight was delayed and we got in later than expected, so we took a cab. It was a good decision. Florence streets are narrow and winding, and many of them suddenly become one way, so we were all over the city, turning and backtracking to our hotel which is tucked away on a side street. We never would have found our way on a bus. 

We’re staying at the Hotel Bavaria on Borgo Albizi. According to the hotel manager, the building was constructed in the 16th century as a palace. It’s a beautiful building.

We spent the day exploring Florence from the Duomo to Palazza Vecchio to many squares and plazas. The city is very crowded with tourists.