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Piazza della Signoria, Florence

4.8
#3 of 1,028 in Historic Sites in Tuscany
Historic Walking Area · Landmark
The beating heart of the city's political life since the 14th century, photogenic Piazza della Signoria is lined by modern cafes and packed with Renaissance sculptures. This lively L-shaped square is named after the massive Romanesque fortress-palace that overlooks it. A favorite meeting place of Florentines, the square is like an open-air museum of art with its numerous statues, including a copy of Michelangelo's sculpture of David. An ornate fountain features a large figure of Neptune, the Roman god of the sea. The square serves as a gateway to the Uffizi Gallery, which displays more of the city's art. Plan to visit Piazza della Signoria and other customer-reviewed, writer-recommended Florence attractions using our Florence trip planner.
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Tours to Piazza della Signoria

FROM $95 BOOK WITH VIATOR Skip-the-Line to Uffizi & Accademia with Michelangelo's David - Small Group Tour
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FROM $71 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small Group Florence Skip the Line David & Accademia with Optional Duomo
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FROM $106 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Tour: Florence Walking Tour
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FROM $180 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Photo Walking Tour in Florence
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FROM $42 BOOK WITH VIATOR Legends of Florence 2-Hour Walking Tour by Night
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FROM $59 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small-Group Palazzo Vecchio Secret Passages Tour with Lunch
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FROM $42 BOOK WITH VIATOR Florence City Bike Tour
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FROM $43 BOOK WITH VIATOR Palazzo Vecchio Guided Tour in Florence
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Piazza della Signoria reviews

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  • By DudeWithGlasses
    While in Florence, you may find yourself traversing through here a couple times. Make time to get the great photos. Got lucky and saw a wedding in the square when I went. Another must see and plenty.....  more »
  • By trishtci
    While we were visiting Florence we found ourselves strolling back to this piazza multiple times. A hub of activity with shops, cafes and statues. Great place for photos!  more »
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  • By travis higley
    This piazza was a treat. There are lots of statues to look at, even a replica of David. There are also a lot of performers and people that gather here, but with that brings the peddlers trying to sell you something. Nevertheless, I would definitely see this place again if I ever return.
  • By Karim El Zein
    Piazza della Signoria is a nice piazza where there is a place with amazing old statues for the public to see. As well as a museum to visit. It's very lively and you can find a lot of tourists.
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