Florence Neighborhood Overview

Our luxury apartments are in ancient prestigious buildings that once used to be the grand residences of Lords, Ladies and Noble families of the court of the Medici or the Habsburg-Lorraine, that have now been renovated with all the modern amenities inside, yet surrounded by period touches and wonderful frescoes.

Located in the most prestigious area of the city, close to the Arno River, the US Consulate, the Opera House, Leopolda Cultural Center, Cascine Park and the main train station Santa Maria Novella, our apartments are just a few minutes walk from the world`s most important monuments such as the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio and the historical heart of the city, as well as some of the most renowned high-fashion boutiques and the many workshops where skilled craftsmen produce unique pieces that are celebrated all over the world.

For lovers of concerts, ballets and operas, Florence’s Opera di Firenze is located just across the street from this apartment. The US Consulate & the French Consulate are very close as are several 5 star hotels including the St. Regis and the Westin Excelsior, which has a rooftop bar with an awesome view of the Arno river the Duomo and the bridges of Florence! Cascine park, the green lungs of the city, where you can relax, jog and bike ride, attend a music festival in the summer or pick up an antique at a weekend flea market or have an aperitivo at the Pavoniere public swimming pool, among centuries old trees. The area has all amenities such as supermarkets, shops, banks, a post office and pharmacies. There are several cafe's, bars & restaurants serving local and international food such as Indian, Korean, Mexican, Chinese and Japanese cuisines.

We are also conveniently located across from the historic Stazione Leopolda, home to exclusive events, trade fairs, art exhibitions, conventions, and fashion shows during Pitti Immagine, Stazione Lepolda is known for its rich history and elegant architecture, and was built at the beginning of the 1800s and the exterior was renovated in 1996 by Gae Aulenti. Our luxury apartments are the perfect choice for anyone visiting Florence to attend an event at Stazione Leopolda. 

At this location, you will not be the one dragging your luggage through hundreds of tourists to get to the station/airport! The apartment is well served by public transport such as mini-buses and the Tramvia from "Porta al Porta Leopolda" station across from the apartment. Very close to central train station Santa Maria Novella (10 minutes walk or 1 stop by tramvia) and 25 minutes by car or Tramvia from Florence Peretola Airport.

We have the perfect solution for you for long and short stays in our well-appointed luxury apartments, so feel free to contact us directly to book!