This has to be one of the most gorgeous chapels anywhere in the world. The first impression of the azure blue panels by Giotto telling the story of Christ's passion is just awesome. Yes, it's touristy, but the sheer beauty of the paintings transcends any suggestion of tacky. The grounds are lovely to walk around too. The only problem is that the 15 minutes you're allowed in the chapel is not long enough to take it all in.

Piazza Eremitani 8 (off Corso Garibaldi, entrance through the Museo Eremitani);
tel: 049 201 0020 for required reservations (lines open Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-1pm);
open: daily 9am-7pm; until 9:30pm in summer;
www.cappelladegliscrovegni.it

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A beautiful little church set on a hillside overlooking Florence. A fantastic view of the city shimmering in a heat haze. Easily reached by no.13 bus from the Duomo or on foot if you like climbing. Gregorian chants sung by monks at 5.30 every day.

Just outside Florence to the south of the city.

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