Piazzale Michelangelo is situated just above the hill of Florence and just south of the Arno Valley where it has a beautiful view of the city. This is of one hundred four meters and three hundred forty one feet above sea level. This was built in between the years 1865 and 1870 and designed by Giuseppe Poggi where it is of a 19^th century terrace. This was designed in honor of Michelangelo and also built a hillside structure as a museum but now a restaurant. This piazza is situated right in the square of the monument of the 1875 Michelangelo’s work of art the Times of the Day, which represents the Day, Dawn, Dusk and Night; you can also see this at the famous Medici tombs in San Lorenzo. And you will find here the prominent bronze replica statue of David which and also one of Michelangelo’s famous works. Also you will find the Basilica of San Miniato al Monte also on the hill and behind this Piazzale Michelangelo.

Once you are in the piazza, it has the view all over of Florence and you will directly see some of the famous landmarks that Florence are famous for. The one that you will see identify immediately once you are here is the Duomo, the Santa Maria del Fiore which has this massive dome trademark for a cathedral and to its left is the Baptistery and the dome of the New Sacristy of San Lorenzo. You will also identify the tallest structure in Florence, the Palazzo Vecchio. You will also be able to see the tower and spire of Santa Maria Novella.

Piazzale Michelangelo can be reached by climbing the hill, by the sightseeing bus or even your car. Here in the Piazzale Michelangelo you will be able to enjoy the view of Florence since you will most likely to find here parking lots.