Marco Polo was the original, trailblazing 'tourist'. Born around 1254 into a wealthy Venetian merchant family, at the age of 17 he embarked on an epic journey to Asia and was one of the first westerners to visit China. When he returned he recorded his extensive travels by publishing a book which introduced Europeans to Central Asia and China, possibly the first 'travel guide' ever published! It is this pioneering spirit that drives us at Marco Polo to provide the best guides and maps to help you explore the world. We hope our guides and maps will inspire you to set off on your own adventures. Marcopologuides.com
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Marco Polo Top Highlights 2 Top 10 highlights Best of Florence 8 ...when it rains 9 ...on a budget 10 ...with children 11 ...classic experiences Get to know Florence 14 Discover Florence 17 At a glance 18 Understand Florence 21 True or false? 24 Sightseeing 28 Southern San Giovanni 42 Northern San Giovanni 48 Santa Maria Novella 52 Santa Croce 56 Oltrarno 60 Other sights 64 Around Florence 66 Eating & Drinking 80 Shopping 94 Going Out Active & Relaxed 108 Sport & wellness 110 Festivals & events 112 Sleep well Discovery Tours 118 The heart of the city 121 Bridges, palaces, gardens... and city views 125 By bus to San Domenico and Fiesole 129 Shopping, Florentine style Good to know 132 City Break Basics Arrival, Getting around, Emergencies, Essentials, Weather 140 Italian Words & Phrases Don't be lost for words 142 Holiday vibes Books, films, music & blogs 144 Travel Pursuit The Marco Polo holiday quiz 148 Dos & Don'ts How to avoid slip-ups & blunders

