You don’t have to worry about long walks into town when you stay at this gorgeous Florentine apartment. Located on one of the main shopping streets, Calzaiuoli, it’s a very short, four-minute hop to both the Duomo and the Palazzo Vecchio and you're practically on top of Piazza della Repubblica. What you might have to worry about is how to get all the souvenirs you’ll undoubtedly buy while staying in this enticing retail district into your suitcase. Or which wine to serve with the delicious pasta dish you're serving your friends from the well-equipped kitchen. Decorated in neutral tones and with hints of history in the original brickwork, this is a serene place to return after you’ve just popped out to some of the world famous landmarks that are right on your doorstep.

Home truths:
*There is a double sofa bed in the living room for extra guests
*Its a busy central location so there may be some noise
*The home is on the fourth floor, and there is a lift in the building