| As the home of the Renaissance, Florence may be | | | | monuments. |
| considered the center of all things high art. But high art | | | | Its close proximity to the Galleria degli Uffizi is likely to |
| needn't necessarily mean high cost: for travelers on a | | | | appeal to artisans keen on catching a glimpse of some |
| budget, a hostel in Florence can make the Tuscan city | | | | of the city's renowned Renaissance artworks. Classic |
| a remarkably affordable proposition. | | | | works include Botticelli's Birth of Venus, as well as Da |
| Luna Rossa Hostel | | | | Vinci's The Annunciation. |
| Located conveniently within close proximity of the San | | | | The Ponte Vecchio is also nearby, a medieval bridge |
| Lorenzo Central Market and Central Station, this | | | | that crosses the Arno River. The bridge is particularly |
| friendly hostel is renowned for its welcoming staff | | | | popular amongst couples, evidenced in the thousands |
| willing to offer advice on the best sights for travelers. | | | | of padlocks attached to it, symbolizing the endless |
| The Market offers art, craft and souvenir stalls and | | | | union of lovers who have thrown their keys into the |
| shops interspersed among bars and cafes in which | | | | river. |
| backpackers can recoup spent energy with some | | | | Ostello Gallo d'Oro |
| cheap food and drink before setting off once again - | | | | Centrally located, the Ostello Gallo d'Oro is located only |
| an excellent place to start or begin any day. | | | | minutes away from the Florence Cathedral that was |
| Luna Rossa itself offers as much as one could expect | | | | initially constructed in the mid-15th century. Its |
| from any Florence hostel, with free internet, ping pong | | | | awe-inspiring facade and towering Giotto's Bell Tower |
| table, gym and satellite offering English-speaking | | | | that encompasses all the grandeur of Florence's |
| channels and films. | | | | superbly preserved historical architecture. |
| Florence Youth Hostel | | | | In terms of services the Ostello Gallo d'Oro leaves little |
| Exceptionally cheap and high-quality accommodation | | | | to be desired, with 24-hour reception area and hot |
| can also be found at the Florence Youth Hostel, | | | | showers as well as no curfew for entry and a |
| located only moments away from the city's famous | | | | designated travels and tours desk. |