We actually visited Firenze twice. Once in the winter when we were driving south through Italy, and a second time in the spring when we were driving north out of Italy. It was well worth the two trips.
The real statue of David is in a museum in town. It was removed from the plaza outside the palace and replaced with a replica for its own protection.
Ponte Vecchio
Pisa is famous worldwide. There is no reason for me to explain why. It is often the case that such well known and highly esteemed places are a bit of a let down when you actually see them. I did not find this the case when we visited the leaning tower. The plaza where the cathedral and its leaning bell tower were erected is quite impressive. The white stone of the church shines in the sun, and is really a lovely site to behold.
Lucca is near Pisa and Firenze. It is well known for its spectacular Piazza Anfiteatro - a circular plaza built on the ruins of a roman theater.
