The Ponte Vecchio is the oldest bridge of the city, and not only because it is the only bridge that has preserved its original appearance, but also because it is located on the very spot where three were built prior to the bridge: bridge of the Roman era; the bridge collapsed in 1117, and the bridge was demolished during the flood of 1333. The bridge that you can see today, is a creation of the architect Neri di Fioravante (1345), creating a solid, but light and elegant structure of three arches.

A distinctive feature of the Ponte Vecchio - a series of houses, huddled on either side. Monotonous operation extended in one line of buildings of the XIV century over time was violated due to various transformations. Modern their appearance was extremely picturesque. In the center of the bridge spans a number of buildings is interrupted, giving way to the open area, where you can admire the river and the other bridges of the city. Above the buildings is the Vasari Corridor, named after the architect who created it specifically to Cosimo I could safely pass from the Palazzo Vecchio to Palazzo Pitti. Starting from the XIV century shops of the bridge turned into jewelry stores and shops. In the middle of the bridge there is a bust of the famous sculptor and goldsmith Benvenuto Cellini.