Florence at a Glance
| Theme | Details |
|---|---|
| Region | Tuscany (Toscana), Italy |
| Population | approx. 370,000 (metropolitan area 1.5 million) |
| Language | Italian |
| Currency | Euro (€) |
| Time Zone | CET (UTC+1), Daylight Saving CEST (UTC+2) |
| Electricity | 230V, Type C/F/L — German plugs usually fit (Type C) |
| Drinking Water | Tap water drinkable and good |
| Telephone Code | +39 (055 for Florence) |
| Visa | EU/Schengen — no visa required for EU citizens |
| Area | 102 km² (compact, everything accessible on foot) |
| River | Arno |
| UNESCO | Entire historic center is a World Heritage Site (since 1982) |
