Florence: 10 Secret Places Most Visitors Miss

Discover 10 unforgettable spots in Florence that most tourists miss—real history, real beauty, and zero crowds.

From quiet masterpieces to living history, these places will show you a side of Florence most visitors never see.

In this video, we take you to 10 extraordinary places that most tourists skip… but that might just change how you see Florence forever. From a perfectly preserved Renaissance home to the orphanage that changed the city’s history, these are the spots where art, humanity, and history come to life in unforgettable ways.

👉 You’ll discover:
– A quiet 14th-century home with original furnishings and frescoes
– The moving story behind Europe’s first orphanage
– Michelangelo’s dramatic tomb sculptures (and where to see them without the crowds)
– A vibrant local food market where Florentines still shop today
– The chapel where the Renaissance truly began
– And one museum that literally holds Galileo’s finger 🤯

🎥 Each site is easy to visit, surprisingly affordable—and incredibly meaningful.

This video takes you beyond the Duomo and Uffizi to discover 10 of Florence's best things to do. Explore Florence's hidden gems and historical sites, offering a more personal journey through this amazing city. Don't miss these Florence travel tips for an unforgettable trip!

Hi, we’re Anne and Ed from Our Big Italian Adventure. We live part of the year in Italy and help travelers 50+ discover the beauty, culture, and everyday magic of this amazing country.

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==== CHAPTERS ====
00:00 Introduction
00:36 Palazzo Davanzati
02:19 L’Ospedale degli Innocenti
03:56 Sant’Ambrogio Market
04:55 Medici Chapels
07:02 Brancacci Chapel
08:45 La Farmacia Santa Maria Novella
10:06 La Scuola del Cuoio (Leather School)
11:00 Il Museo dell’Opera del Duomo
12:45 Bargello Museum
15:00 Galileo Museum

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