It was a Sunday, so nothing was open, including gas stations. In the states, no problem, you just use a credit card. Not so easy in Italy. The first place had a pump that worked, but the gas nozzle didn't fit our gas tank (although I tried anyway and shot gas down the side of the car and all over my fleece). After 2 failed attempts and 10 euros lost we found a pump that worked and could laugh about the experience.
We stopped in Siena and wished we could stay longer, but we had a place booked in Florence already. We saw the Duomo and the main Piazza in Siena. Such a cute town with fabulous views of the rolling hills of Tusacny.
Once we arrived in Florence and found parking on the street, we set out to explore the town at night. We saw Florence's Duomo (awe-inspiring), Palazzo Vecchio and its statue, the statue garden of the Uffizi, and the Ponte Vecchio. We really liked Florences calmer vibe and beautiful architecture.
The next morning we set out bright and early for Pisa. It was freezing, but we got our obligatory pictures with the very leaning bell tower.
Once we returned to Florence, I wandered through a market and met Patrick at the Duomo. It was beautiful inside, but it was raining outside so we didn't climb to the cupola. Instead we wandered through the streets of Florence until we found a wonderful wine store with tastings of wine and olive oil. We are a huge fan of the white truffle olive oil. It was amazing!
The next day we had a museum packed day with Uffizi first and then Galleria dell'Accademia. We snuck a great shot of Michelangelo's David. It was very cool to see in person.
We went by the Duomo again (we were a little obsessed) and finally climed the 463 steps to the dome. Amazing views of the Florence, as well as the art on the ceiling of the dome and tile work below.
We really loved Florence and the perfect place we stayed (complete with a balcony and reasonable price).
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