Westin Excelsior Florence

Neighboring the famous Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace, The Westin Excelsior, Florence combines luxurious modern accommodations with seven centuries of Florentine history. The Westin Excelsior's presence on Piazza Ognissanti is impressive, featuring newly refurbished guest rooms, a professional staff dedicated to impeccable service, and a state-of-the-art business center. Sitting high on the banks of the Arno River, the hotel also offers spectacular views of the panoramic Tuscan countryside, the colored terracotta rooftops and the landmarks of Florence. These are just a few of the reasons it was recently named to Conde Nast Traveler's 2002 Gold List.

Directions

From Bologna

From the A-1, take the Firenze Nord Exit and follow the signs to the city center until you come to the Arno River. When you reach the river, follow the directions to Ponte Vecchio and then follow Lungarno Vespucci until you come to Piazza Ognissanti.

From Fiesole

Follow the signs to the city center. From Piazza Della Liberta follow Viale Lavagnini around the Fortezza da Basso until you come to Viale Rosselli. At the Arno River, turn left towards Ognissanti Square.

From Pisa/Livorno

Take A-11 and follow the signs to the city center until you reach the Arno River. At the river follow the signs to Ponte Vecchio. Then follow Lungarno Vespucci until you come to Piazza Ognissanti.

From Rome

From the A-1, take the Firenze Certosa Exit and follow the directions to Florence and the city center via Porta Romana to Petrarca. Continue to Ponte Della Vittoria. After crossing the Arno River, turn right onto Piazza Ognissanti.

Using the freshest seasonal and regional ingredients, award-winning chef Giuseppe Dalla Rosa presents traditional Mediterranean and revised Tuscan cuisine at Il Cestello. Bar Donatello, named for the foremost sculptor of the Renaissance, offers a sublime atmosphere, ideal for relaxing with your favorite aperitif.

Il Cestello

• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Atmosphere: Elegant
• Hours of operation: 12:30 - 15:00; 19:30 - 23:00

Bar Donatello

• Atmosphere: Live Entertainment
• Setting: Piano Bar
• Hours of operation: 11:00 - 01:00