The birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, it’s a center for art and architecture widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Florence has had a major impact on music, art, cuisine, fashion, philosophy, science and religion. The historic center of Florence contains the Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge), the Piazza della Signoria, and the Accademia dell’Arte del Disegno where you’ll find Michelangelo’s David, the most famous sculpture in the world