City Getaway: 5 Chic Florence Apartments

If you love the excitement of a holiday getaway in the city, Florence is the perfect destination. The great weather, incredible cultural sites and fantastic food scene (who isn’t a fan of pizza and gelato?) are just some of the reasons we love this city. Moreover, you can take day trips to visit the famous towns of Siena and Lucca or discover some of the region’s hidden gems that are well worth exploring. When traveling to Florence we highly recommend booking an apartment in the city center. This will be your home base and allows you the freedom to experience life in the city as a local. Whether you’re looking to sleep under original frescos, enjoy rooftop views or a more contemporary interior, we’re swooning over these 5 chic Florence pads.

Vista Pitti

This exceptional apartment is nestled in the very heart of Florence, in a 16th century building on the famous Piazza Pitti. This home offers four en suite bedrooms, a balcony overlooking the Piazza, a fully fitted kitchen and spacious living room. Moreover, there are high ceilings throughout adorned with incredible original frescos from the 16th and 17th century.

This elegant apartment was refurbished to very high standards and is a lovely blend of modern and classic decor. The chef-style kitchen is unique for a city abode with its large island, perfect for a cooking class or private chef dinner.

Book Vista Pitti here.

Palazzo Visconti

This ultra charming luxury holiday apartment is located in the heart of Florence, close to Santa Croce and Signoria Square. Although there is no elevator, this rooftop apartment offers breathtaking views that more than compensate for the 86 steps leading up to the home. The 15th century apartment has been recently renovated and refreshed for a more contemporary look while retaining the charm of the original building.

The apartment offers two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a spacious living and dining area with fully fitted kitchen. More importantly, the apartment has spectacular views with nine windows looking out over Santa Croce, the Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio. Moreover, there are two panoramic terraces with equally fabulous panoramic views of Florence that afford guests plenty of space to enjoy an aperitif and al fresco dining.

Book Palazzo Visconti here.

L’Arno

This sophisticated apartment is nestled in the picturesque Oltrarno quarter in the very centre of Florence, just a stone’s throw from the Ponte Vecchio. Known as “Florence’s best kept secret”, the Oltrarno neighborhood allows guests to experience the true soul of the city with its local artisan shops and some of the city’s best “authentic” restaurants.

This contemporary luxury holiday apartment offers a fully fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a spacious living and dining area and one of the most privileged views of the Arno river, Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi museum.

Book L’Arno here.

Palazzo Della Signoria

This impressive apartment is situated in an exclusive neighborhood in the heart of Florence, just steps away from the famous Piazza della Signoria. This elegant apartment offers a luxurious bedroom with mezzanine, a fully fitted kitchen and beautifully appointed living and dining area.

There are high ceilings throughout adorned with incredible original frescos. This beautiful holiday apartment offers a taste of ‘la dolce vita’ with its classically Italian interiors and exceptional location.

Book Palazzo Della Signoria here.

Palazzo Pitti

Beautifully renovated, this luxury holiday apartment offers guests all the comfort and convenience of modern amenities while maintaining the charm of the 17th century building. The elegant contemporary decor is enhanced by incorporating the original columns and frescoes on the ceilings.

There are four bedrooms, four bathrooms, a sumptuous living room, open plan kitchen and dining area. There is also an infrared sauna, perfect for relaxing after a day of sightseeing in Florence.

Book Palazzo Pitti here.