If you are traveling to Florence- stay with Alda!!!! What an amazing host! The apartment is wonderful and so well kept. On top of that, it is close to the train station, to the Duomo, and to restaurants, shopping, etc. Alda took the time to show us through the apartment and ensure we had everything we needed. She gave us suggestions for things to do in the city as well as some amazing restaurant suggestions! She even had homemade tiramisu waiting for us when we arrived (it was incredible!). I know the next time I am in Florence I will be staying here again. A really wonderful experience- you will not be disappointed!