5/5 Tim 4 months ago on Google β’ 59 reviews
Firenze
Santa
Maria
Novella,
often
the
first
glimpse
of
Florence
for
visitors
arriving
by
train,
is
an
experience
that
harmoniously
blends
historical
grandeur
with
modern
functionality.
As
a
Canadian
tourist,
I
was
immediately
struck
by
the
station's
impressive
facade,
showcasing
the
elegant
and
streamlined
Italian
modernist
architecture.
Inside,
the
station
is
bustling
yet
well-organized,
providing
a
welcoming
gateway
to
the
city's
wonders.
The
convenience
of
its
location
cannot
be
overstated.
Situated
right
in
the
heart
of
Florence,
it
is
a
stone's
throw
away
from
some
of
the
most
iconic
sights.
A
short
walk
leads
you
to
the
stunning
Duomo,
the
picturesque
Ponte
Vecchio,
and
countless
other
Renaissance
treasures.
The
station
itself,
while
a
hub
of
activity,
maintains
a
sense
of
calm
order,
making
navigation
easy
for
travelers,
even
those
who
might
not
speak
Italian.
What
I
particularly
appreciated
was
the
blend
of
old
and
new.
The
station
has
all
the
modern
amenities
you'd
expect
β
from
shopping
options
to
a
variety
of
dining
choices
β
yet
it
never
loses
its
distinctly
Florentine
character.
The
nearby
Piazza
Santa
Maria
Novella,
with
its
beautiful
basilica,
provides
a
serene
spot
to
relax
and
soak
in
the
ambiance
of
Florence.
Overall,
Firenze
Santa
Maria
Novella
is
more
than
just
a
transit
point;
it's
a
delightful
introduction
to
the
charm
and
beauty
of
Florence.
As
a
Canadian
used
to
more
modern
transportation
hubs,
the
combination
of
efficient
service,
historical
architecture,
and
the
proximity
to
some
of
the
world's
most
renowned
art
and
architecture
was
truly
memorable.
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