Oltrarno Florence Travel Guide - Walk and Explore the Other Side of the Arno River in Italy!

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[@KaterinaFerrara]

My husband and I watch your videos together as our date nights and we live all the research you do! We cannot than you enough. there are many Florence videos out there but yours have substance and that’s why they are the BEST. grazie da Texas come sempre ❤

[@tamykennedy6450]

Couldn’t agree more ! Best substance and info (and humour!) visiting in September and I feel much more prepared after watching!

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww you are so sweet Katherine, we can't tell you how much your words means to us - they totally made our day! 🥰 ❤️

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thank you so much Tammy! 🥰 We hope you have an amazing time on your trip in September! 😍🇮🇹

[@hazhoner5727]

Florence is not only a town it's a state of mind

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[@jbk2466]

The first time I went to Piazzale Michelangelo it was a sweaty, August climb up the hill. The second time I made the trip, I took a bus. Definitely made the ascension easier! And back down in Oltrarno, art lovers MUST visit the Brancacci Chapel in Santa Maria del Carmine for the Massacio frescoes. An admission fee charged, and at last visit, reservations required. The birth of humanism in eclesiatic art.

[@rockturtleneck]

This is a great video. I spent a month in Florence last April when my daughter was studying abroad there. I worked remotely and rented an AirBnB apartment only a block from the Arno, near the Uffizi gallery. Oltrarno quickly became one of my favorite places to go, and like you I spent many hours wandering around and taking in the incredible views. There's also a great area in Oltrarno north of the Ponte Vecchio that has a bunch of great bars, I discovered that my last night there and had a fantastic time. Can't wait to come back.

[@KaterinaFerrara]

I hope you shared a bit of your bread with that baby seagull!!😂

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[@zaibcom]

Wow Beautiful

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Thank you, we’re happy you liked it! 🤗🇮🇹

[@SummerGioia]

I love so much exploring with you!!!! I love that you show the plan of the city and that you give us historic informations!!! Your videos are awesome!!!!!!! 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@ronkunk144]

Your days as tour guides were not wasted. Nice job! One thing I learned in Tuscany in Rada at the Castello di Albola winery is that authentic Chianti Classico that has met the requirements for Chianti will always have a Black Rooster on the label. Originally the Black Rooster was a symbol of the Military League of Chianti. For the last 300 years it became more of a symbol of the region for wine in Chianti and certain requirements of grapes and purity before it can have the Black Rooster on the label to be certified Chianti Classico wine.

[@ninablackwell4792]

Absolutely right, Ron. There are so many amateurs on Y.T. but these guys are professional and very entertaining and they keep getting better.

[@michellel.cramer9782]

We'll be there in just a couple weeks!! We've been obsessively watching your videos and have learned so much to help us in our FIRST EVER ADVENTURE OVERSEAS! Just me and the hubs to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary, with three weeks in Italy, beginning in Florence and ending in Sicily. Here's hoping we run into you all while in Florence!

[@DinaMadi23]

Beautiful video but I do miss your food tasting videos. You could combine them with the history/art tours. Even though I live in Italy it's just so much fun to watch. Hope you make more of those. 😄

[@ryanmilano19]

Love you guys

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thank you so much Ryan, you’re so sweet! 🥰

[@sophiaisabelle027]

We hope you're all staying safe. Keep up the good work.

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thank you so much Sophia! ❤️

[@MollyCanuck]

Ive watched so many vlogs on Florence and you two are by far not only the best but the most adorable. Thanks!

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thank you immensely, Molly! Your sweet words mean the world to us 🥰

[@nathalienurse3336]

Loved this video many vloggers never mention this part of Firenze, my favourite part. Used to live there now I feel homesick. You both did a great job, BTW you have the best smile EVER! And your girlfriend has the best legs EVER, you are a nice couple ❤. Trying to get back to Firenze next month, crossing my fingers……..🤗🇨🇦

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thank you so much for your kind words Nathalie, you're so sweet! 🥰

[@MsHarper15]

I am loving your videos! We are going to Italy in just a few weeks, and my husband is also a Saffa! I love your content. The detailed information combined with the maps is just great. Thank you!

[@rosssala]

Another great video 🦘🦘😘

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thank you so much Ross! 🥰

[@debrasams2362]

Such a wonderful walk! Thank you so much. Florence is a great city.

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thanks Debra, we’re so happy you enjoyed it! 🥰🇮🇹

[@joannedagsvik9543]

Mark and I are in Firenze … travelling from Canada. Will be here across from the Al antico Vinaio for a month. We found your videos very helpful in navigating Firenze. Hope we run into you in our travels. 😊

[@q-doctor6564]

I am planning to travel to Florence around June next year. The great videos and useful information you made help me make travel plans. I'll look forward to your wonderful videos ! 😊🎉

[@jimde3002]

My wife and I will be visiting Florence as a port stop on our upcoming cruise. We'll be there for a tour around the city on our own probably for about 6 or 7 hours. While we're walking around, probably getting lost, if we run into you 2, we'll gladly buy you a pizza and a glass of wine. Maybe you can direct us to a good spot. Love your videos.

[@mariadegan1029]

Excellent video of Florence 👍 l ‘ve been there countless times as my parents used to live there in the seventies, abit less tourism then, except the summer🙄

[@alemassa6632]

Happy to see you again guys!! I love you!

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Awww hi Ale!! Thank you thank you! 🥰❤️

[@ColleenFinlay-l5n]

I have a family history with Firenze. You both bring that same attention to detail and accurate explanations of where you are. So enjoyable !!

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Thank you so much Colleen, that means a lot to us & we’re so happy you enjoyed it! 🥰

[@barrysmith7710]

Excellent video, great directions and useful maps. And very well put together. Thank you!

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Thank you Barry, your kind words truly mean a ton to us! 🥰

[@daviddeveau5101]

I enjoyed your tour very much. Seeing places I have been to and many I have not been to. It's all very stunning. Thank you.

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Thanks David, we're so happy you enjoyed it! 🤗🇮🇹

[@fredyair1]

Excellent guys! Simple yet full of interesting and useful information. Micha looks great, Mateo...you look your part!😁

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thank you so much Alfredo! 🥰

[@littlecookingtips]

Our favorite neighborhood! This is were we were staying at an apartment close to the Arno and the supermarket that you went to :) Thanx for bringing us back so many fond memories!

[@TheGlobalExpats]

That’s awesome! Yea it’s such a cool part of the city! 😍🇮🇹

[@robchristie629]

Fantastic video!

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thank you so much Rob! 🤗

[@Captain-KTS]

Great Job guys!! I can’t help but say the feel of the channel changed, maybe because your not adventuring the unknown? Cheers Kirk

[@MarkSmith-gh6es]

I've been enjoying your videos about Florence. A question for you: Would it be feasible to walk up through the Bardini Gardens in the afternoon and then walk over to the Piazzale Michelangelo, perhaps on the Via Belvedere, to watch the sun set over Florence? Or would it be better to make this into separate walks, do you think? It doesn't look that far on the map but all the hill climbing might be strenuous.

[@JessicaIshida]

Great video with awesome tips! Sadly I saw it after my trip to Italy, so I climbed the hilly road to reach the Piazzale 🫠 but now I know better thanks to you guys!

[@romao7920]

I love these videos. Very informative! 😊

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Thanks Roma, we’re so happy you enjoyed it! 🥰

[@lazios]

I watched also the previous video, did you really explain the difference who (we) give to piazza and piazzale? I am (too) impressed. 🍺😉

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[@Luminos3c273]

This video is amazing!!! 👍🙂💯

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thank you so much! 🥰

[@Luminos3c273]

@@TheGlobalExpats Regarding the city of Florence, there are many places and stories outside the traditional tourist circuit: For example, about the Ognissanti Church which preserves one of the three last suppers of Jesus in the world on beautiful wall, the work is by Domenico Ghirlandaio. Moreover, in the same church , there are other important works and the tomb of Sandro Bottticelli where visitors leave flowers and roses and your muse Simonetta Vespucci... Simonetta, was considered one the most beautiful women of the Renaissance, and her beauty inspired many works of art of the time... She was born in Genova ( Family Spinola ) in 1404 and moved to Florence with her husband, Marco Vespucci. Simonetta met Giuluano De Medici, the younger brother of Lorenzo the Magnificent, during a jousting tournament in Florance and it is said that he fell in love with her at first sight... Botticelli was also secretly in love but unrequited from Simonetta. And after Simonetta's death he asked permission from the Vespucci family to be buried next to his inspiring Muse... Simonetta, died at the young age of 22 years and was buried in the Ognissanti Church. the chronicles of the time tell that at the behest of the family Vespucci and Medici it was exhibited in the Duomo and as it passed all the Florentines ran to admire it in all its beauty that not even death had taken away from it 😔

[@ninablackwell4792]

Thanks! You guys are awesome!

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thank you so much Nina, you’re so sweet! 🥰

[@ninablackwell4792]

@@TheGlobalExpats I'll be in Arezzo 16-22 giugno (for the Giostra on the 17th - you should come!) and in Firenze for the day on Sunday 18th. Would love to say hi!

[@saschaandres2646]

Sundown at Piazzale Michelangelo seems to be absolutely beautiful. Stunning video! So much good vibes there, unbelievable. What's the best time to get there?

[@rilez4133]

Soooo good. I love the format

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thank you so much, we’re so happy you enjoyed it! 🥰🇮🇹

[@passionatelifeproject]

Loved this, gave me some more ideas for when I visit in about 5 weeks! PS. The cars don't stop at the zebra crossings for people? And, I didn't realise you could drink alcohol in public places. Cool!

[@SantEliaparadise]

Great video guys, 😍🇮🇹

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thanks Fred! 🥰 We hope you’re doing well! 🤗

[@SantEliaparadise]

@@TheGlobalExpats All good guys, back in Palermo soon 😍🇮🇹🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 some of my socials were hacked and they were sending friends on facebook /Twitter some bizzare wacky messages 😂 just incase you got any 🇮🇹🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@markberkow2070]

Well researched and a a great guide to touring Florence on your own. I found this video to be one of the best I’ve seen. Heading to Florence in June and hope to visit some of your highlighted attractions. TY again.

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thank you so much for your kind words Mark, that means a lot to us! We are so happy you found it helpful & we hope you have an amazing time on your trip in June! 🤗🇮🇹

[@kenboydart]

Yup, it is a hard clime but. I consider it a challenge, I've been doing it from 1978 and still doing it today . BTW global expats, even though I've been traveling longer than you both have been alive, I still learn many things from you !

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Aww thank you so much Ken, that really means a lot to us! 🥰 That’s awesome that you travel so much & make the climb to the top - the view is always worth it! 😍🇮🇹

[@bcorleone27]

Thank you ! We will be in Florence for our third time this Oct. Excited to check out the sunset at Piazzale Michelangelo since we have yet to do that. Hope the stairs are fixed by then too. Last time we stayed in Oltrano for a week, it was wonderful.

[@TheGlobalExpats]

That's so exciting Becky, we hope you have the best time on your trip! 😍🇮🇹

[@cherylwaite3255]

wow that was absolutely beautiful, loved the tour, and directions! The beautiful sight and historical information, wonderful video!!! thank you so much, 1 question how long did it take? ❤

[@michaelrapuano1308]

Very nice, thank you! So other than Gusta Pizza (which we love), and the nearby Gelateria dell Passera, what is your favorite pizza place in the neighborhood where you live? We will be staying in that area for a few days very shortly. Grazie!

[@bruttomesso]

We've been in Florence for 03 days last month, a lot of your tips were helpful! But we'd walked something like 12~15km a day during these three days and we'd prefered taking the bus in front of Porta Romana to get to Piazzale Michelangelo for the sunset

[@mickcat5538]

Great videos. I am going to Florence in two days with a huge itinerary. I shall be using the North Star should I get lost. Thanks and regards. Michael

[@TheGlobalExpats]

That’s so exciting Michael, we hope you have an amazing time! 😍🇮🇹

[@elainemcgran8828]

It's also a zebra crossing here in Ireland and I think most if no all of Europe 😊

[@lesliegoa]

Which month were you there? Great video as usual. I follow your path using Google maps as next month we are going to be in Florence.

[@KaterinaFerrara]

Ok since you opened the fashion discussion. Mischa what brand are those boots? Are your feet killing you? Geez❤

[@TheGlobalExpats]

They are Steve Madden! 😍 All my shoes are Steve Madden actually! Once I break in the shoe, they are pretty comfortable and I don't really have a problem walking around the city in them 🤗

[@richardcieply]

Enjoy your Florence video. I plan to be there in October. Where can I find local paint artists showing their works? Are there artists marketplaces you’d recommend. ? Thanks

[@luisablackwell2471]

Great video. Was this video taking in March? Just wondering. I'll be flying in a couple of days.

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Thanks Luisa, we filmed this in early November! We’re so happy you enjoyed it & we hope you have an amazing time on your trip! 🤗🇮🇹

[@bettyesqueda5009]

Thank you for the tour and information! When was this video taken?

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Thanks Betty, we’re so happy you enjoyed it! 🤗 We filmed this in early November! 🇮🇹

[@bettyesqueda5009]

@@TheGlobalExpats I’ll share it with some friends that are visiting Florence this week. Thanks again!

[@jimde3002]

Our visit is on Wednesday April 19th.

[@ClaudiaTorres-gt5kv]

Looked through your description/gear - You filmed the majority of your videos on an iphone?

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Hey Claudia, yes all of our Sicily videos were filmed on an iPhone 11 Pro and the Tuscany videos are all filmed on an iPhone 13 Pro! We just have our camera settings on 4K & 30 FPS 🤗

[@kennethedmonds6812]

Visiting in may. Going to venice, florence, Rome and pompeii. I've paid for all the trains, museums, hotels, etc. Do you think for 10days, family of 4, €800 would be enough for spending money for food, merchandise, etc? Was thinking of getting €200 more just to be ok.

[@pile333]

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[@elks1121]

When was this filmed?

[@TheGlobalExpats]

We filmed it in early November! 🤗🇮🇹

[@elks1121]

@@TheGlobalExpats ah me and my mom are going end of this month and trying to gauge weather

[@KaterinaFerrara]

I’ve been to Florence 2x but I’ve never had time to cross the Arno! Una cosa terribile. Lo so. Lo so.

[@TheGlobalExpats]

Ahh hopefully you will get the chance on your next visit, it's a very cool part of the city! 😍🇮🇹

[@DavidMonierWilliams]

First all the stores on the Ponte are owned by four people. Second don't ever buy on the Bridge. Ask the concierge at your hotel to recommend four jewlers in Oltrano. And then ask for recommendations from the owner of the fine restaurant you dine at. Take your time.

[@HHWS]

I guess motorists don’t stop at crosswalks. Good to know. 😳

[@ThePrckoni]

I'm traveling to Florence in a couple of days, so I needed some information. This is probably the best video I've seen on KZbin. I have a question. How long did it take you to get around all of this? One day?