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
