First Day in Florence

The apartment we rented could not be in a better location. Right off the Arno River and in the Santa Croce area. steps from the Uffizi and the Ponte Vecchio.  Apartment stays have their advantages: larger rooms, ability to cook and generally a more “at home” feeling. But be aware of the little things you might get: Saggy beds, dated furniture, hodge podge kitchen items and unreliable internet and power. (I blew the circuit within 5 seconds of attempting to blow dry my hair, so camping hair it is). But never mind  those minor things I am Florence.

Since I ‘m the tour guide for my 9 year old (while my husband teaches during the day), we have one or two items on our must see list each day. Today we hit the Galileo Museum. Loaded with the history of many scientific breakthroughs and gadgets, this was a great choice for our first day. A museum day is always good when it’s pouring rain.