Via dei Cerchi, Florence

Smack in the middle of Dante's neighborhood is Via dei Cerchi, a heavily trafficked side street which runs from via del Corso to piazza Signoria, Florence.If you know where to look there are exceptional views of the spire of the Badia and the Bargello bell tower. Medieval stone tower- houses flank the street,  some of  which are now occupied by  interesting shops with many hidden gems...