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About Florence
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The historic center, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an open-air gallery, which at every step tells the story of European culture.
Entering the museums of Florence means immersing yourself in the cultural imagination that has contributed to the formation of Western civilization, laying the foundations of the aesthetic, educational, scientific, political and artistic canons on which it is based.

The capital city of the Italian region of Tuscany has nearly 400.000 inhabitants. Known as the capital of the Italian Renaissance, it has countless sculptures, squares, civil and religious buildings, palaces, markets, and museums that make it a unique destination. World-famous for its perfect preservation, Florence looks as it did in the 15th century.
However, thanks to the modernisation projects commissioned by the city council, Florence is a perfect mix of modernity and classicism. Florence’s museums, palaces, and churches are among the world’s greatest artistic treasures.

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Currency

The currency in Italy is Euro.

Banks are open from Monday to Friday, generally from 08:30 am to 5:00 pm. ATMs (cash machines) can be accessed 24 hours a day. All banks are closed at weekends and on public holidays.

There are plenty of currency exchange offices, banks and cash machines throughout the city.

Electricity

Electricity in Italy conforms to the European standard of 220V to 230V, with a frequency of 50Hz. Wall outlets typically accommodate plugs with two or three round pins (the latter grounded, the former not).

Telephone

The international dialing code from abroad is +39. For international calls, dial 00 + national code + area code + personal number.

Time Zone

Florence is in the Central European Time (CET) time zone. From the last weekend of March to the first weekend of October the time zone is Central European Summer Time (CEST).

Firenze Card

The Firenze Card includes tickets and priority access to several museums, unlimited bus travel on AT (Autolinee Toscana) buses for the 72 hours the Firenze Card is active. Free admission for those under 18 years of age who are members of the same family unit of the Firenzecard holder and European Union citizens.

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