| Florence is the biggest tourist attraction in the | | | | Although there are many choices in Florence |
| Tuscany region. There are hundreds of hotels in the | | | | accommodations, hotels tend to fill up quickly, |
| area, making finding the right Florence hotel fairly | | | | especially in the tourist season. Be sure to book early |
| easy. The choices range from inexpensive hotels to | | | | to get the best possible rates and the hotel you |
| more extravagant and expensive inns. Much of the | | | | want. The same is true for apartment rentals and |
| city and some of the hotels have a medieval feel | | | | villas. July and August are the busiest months. The |
| that is like stepping back in time. This city was the | | | | prices will be highest at this time. Spring, just before |
| center of culture in the Renaissance and still retains | | | | the busy season is a good time to visit, if you want |
| much of this character. | | | | to avoid the larger crowds. |
| Florence Hotel and Other Accommodations | | | | Finding and Booking a Florence Hotel |
| Hotels are good for short stays or if you plan to eat | | | | The internet is a great place to start your search for |
| out for every meal. If you plan to stay for longer | | | | hotels in Florence. You will find pictures of the |
| periods, you may want to consider other options. | | | | exterior of the hotel as well as the rooms. Many sites |
| This is also true if you plan to stay in for some | | | | offer reviews of the hotels. Read both professional |
| meals. Apartments in Florence can be rented for | | | | reviews and those written by guests at each hotel |
| vacations. These have at least a small kitchen, | | | | you are considering. This can give you the benefit of |
| allowing you to stay in for some meals. In addition, an | | | | the opinion of past guests. Once you have made a |
| apartment will give you a bit more privacy than most | | | | decision, you can book your room on the internet. |
| hotels. | | | | The internet can also be used for other |
| If you are travelling with a larger group or family, a | | | | accommodations in Florence. Larger vacation rental |
| country farmhouse holiday may be a good choice. | | | | agencies and many smaller agencies have websites |
| These have larger kitchens for cooking meals and | | | | with photographs and descriptions of the apartments |
| come equipped with everything you need, but food | | | | or villas. You can even book your rental vehicle on |
| and clothing. This will allow you to cook larger meals | | | | the internet in most cases. You may not need a car, |
| and try out authentic Florence Italy recipes. Most are | | | | if you will be staying only in the city. If you plan to |
| located in more remote areas, so you will need a | | | | visit the surrounding country areas, you can arrange |
| vehicle for sightseeing. Florence car rental agencies | | | | for your car to be ready when you arrive. |
| can help with renting a vehicle for your stay. | | | | |