Wonderful experience at Vicino al Duomo e Santa Croce! From the warm welcome to the unexpected, but very pleasant, surprise upon arriving, we felt "at home" from the start, thanks to our gracious hosts. The ideal way to visit the city center is by walking (just my opinion, but believe me, you won't want to be driving on these very old and very narrow streets, some just beautifully paved "alleys," really). The location of the apartment is perfect for visiting all the sites of the city center, and for exploring the many shops, cafes, and restaurants. All are within easy walking distance, many just 2 or 3 minutes from your front door. The apartment is spacious and well-appointed; everything is comfortable and inviting,and it's in a real neighborhood, not some commercial area of competing hotels. Since the apartment is in a real neighborhood, you will hear the sounds of the neighborhood from time to time. That was a plus for us: we felt like we were really living in Florence for the short time of our visit. Thanks, and thanks again, to our hosts. Couldn't have been better. Unforgettable!