Piazzale Michelangelo

  On our final morning in Florence, before heading to La Accademia to view the David that afternoon, we trekked south across the river and climbed up to Piazzale Michelangelo. Apparently it was to be a Michelangelo-themed day, purely by accident.
 I'd been warned that the piazzale would be quite crowded with tourists, so we were pleasantly surprised to find that it wasn't all that bad on this particular morning. Plus, the weather was pretty good, so it offered a wonderful view of the city! Definitely worth the effort, whether you go on foot or by bus.
 Besides the great view, you can also amuse yourself by looking at the gaudy souvenirs being sold, and there's a chance for photos with Pinocchio and a big green copy of David. Free fun for all!
  Next post: the real David, and yet more food!


                                                       Climbing to the top

                                       Piazzale Michelangelo

                           View of Florence from Pizzale Michelangelo

                              No idea how this giant Pinocchio got up there. We asked but couldn't get the truth out of him. Go figure.

                                                         Tiny David in my hand! This place inspires bad jokes, apparently.

                            Florence's Duomo as seen from Piazzale Michelangelo