Palazzo Vecchio, which translates to Old Palace, is Florence’s town hall. The historic edifice is adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria and a copy of Michelangelo’s famed David statue; the Galleria dell’Accademia houses the original. It also overlooks the Loggia dei Lanzi, effectively an outdoor art gallery. Visitors who hike to the top of the Palazzo Vecchio’s bell tower are rewarded with stunning views of the city.
Palazzo Vecchio
The Palazzo Vecchio, which dates to the 14th century, overlooks the Piazza della Signoria. The piazza is well-known for its copy of Michelangelo’s David statue as well as the gallery of statues in the adjacent Loggia dei Lanzi. (Photo by Todd DeFeo/The DeFeo Groupe)