Things to do in San Niccolò, Florence

Florence's super-famous panoramic viewpoint, mentioned as the crowded alternative to San Miniato.

"Florence's super-famous panoramic viewpoint, mentioned as the crowded alternative to San Miniato."

Built in 1324, this is the only Florence city gate that has kept its original height.

"Built in 1324, this is the only Florence city gate that has kept its original height."

A hilltop basilica with a panoramic view as beautiful as Piazzale Michelangelo's. It is one of the best examples of Florentine Romanesque architecture.

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This small Oltrarno eatery is run by a mother-and-son team. It is known for its ravioli, flavour-packed meatballs and tender beef stuffed with carrots and celery.

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This is the host's favourite park in Florence, a hillside garden with waterfalls and a wisteria-draped walkway. It offers some of the most spectacular city views.

"This is the host's favourite park in Florence, a hillside garden with waterfalls and a wisteria-drap"

This peaceful rose garden lies next to Piazzale Michelangelo and is good for a relaxing stroll.

"This peaceful rose garden lies next to Piazzale Michelangelo and is good for a relaxing stroll."