All the previous reviews about Cosmea tell the story. We loved it - the location is perfect it's really peaceful, but the building you see in the foreground of the main photo is the Ufizzi Gallery - that's how close it is to the sights. In addition to the things listed in the other reviews, we also did a walk out into the 'country' turn right out of the apartment up the hill and in 500 metres you're in peaceful lanes with olive groves and lovely old villas. We walked up the hill to Arcetiri and back down to San Miniato al Monte for the amazing views over the city. Highly recommended if you want a break from the busy city (and don't mind a couple of hills!) Also for a local wine bar with great snacks and small plates try Le Volpi e l'Uva it's in a quiet square - close to the Ponte Vecchio but just off the main tourist trail