Florence is a compact metropolis simply explored on foot (or Vespa). Hills with villas and olive groves are below half-hour away by automobile or public transport, to the north and the south, so it’s a should to discover each the historic centre and the encompassing hills. Listed here are some unmissable stops to absorb throughout your keep, whether or not you’re visiting throughout Pitti Uomo (13-16 January 2026) or past.
What to see and do in Florence
The place to remain
Casa G Firenze
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Within the coronary heart of the town, positioned above the Ginori 1735 retailer, the Casa G Firenze lodge affords simply 15 rooms throughout two flooring. Every little thing you possibly can presumably need is sort of actually in your doorstep.
Casa G Firenze is positioned at Through dei Rondinelli, 7, 50123 Florence, Italy
Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Assortment
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Not too long ago opened in an previous villa on the base of hill city Fiesole, this lodge sits between the town centre and the foothills past, so that you get one of the best of each worlds.
Collegio alla Querce is positioned at Through delle Forbici, 21B, 50133 Florence, Italy
The place to eat and drink
Gelateria della Passera
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You could have to queue, however it’s completely well worth the wait. The seasonal fruit sorbets are distinctive. Pink grapefruit, orange, banana with nutmeg, fig or almond are private favourites.
Gelateria della Passera is positioned at Through Toscanella, 15/pink, 50125 Florence, Italy
Pasticceria Stefania
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Every morning that I’m on the town, I take my Vespa to Stefania for a caffè and a salato (a kind of focaccia sandwich) or a croissant.
Pasticceria Stefania is positioned at Through Guglielmo Marconi, 26 rosso, 50131 Florence, Italy
Regina Bistecca
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Housed in a former bookstore, this restaurant is the best place to get pleasure from a conventional bistecca alla Fiorentina (all the time ordered to share). Don’t miss the combined cold-cut platter, served with bread puffs referred to as ficattole.
Regina Bistecca is positioned at Through Ricasoli, 14r, 50122 Florence, Italy
Trattoria Cammillo
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A Florence establishment. Begin with the fried artichokes, comply with with a seasonal pasta, a principal of veal or lamb, and don’t miss the contorni (vegetable aspect dishes). Ask for a desk downstairs for one of the best expertise.
Trattoria Cammillo is positioned at Borgo San Iacopo, 57/r, 50125 Florence, Italy
The place to buy
TAF Firenze
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Store for linen napkins with hand-embroidered classic designs corresponding to ‘Chin Chin’, ‘Circus’ and the sultry ‘Donnine’.
TAF Firenze is positioned at Through Por Santa Maria 17/r, 50122 Florence, Italy
Piazza Santo Spirito Flea Market
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One in every of my favorite flea markets takes place at Piazza Santo Spirito each second Sunday of the month (besides throughout excessive summer time).
Piazza Santo Spirito Flea Market is positioned at Piazza Santo Spirito, 50125 Florence, Italy
What to do
Museo Marino Marini
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Housed within the historical church of San Pancrazio, this museum is devoted fully to the work of the essential Twentieth-century sculptor Marino Marini.
Museo Marino Marini is positioned at Piazza di S. Pancrazio, 50123 Florence, Italy
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