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Giotto’s Bardi Chapel revealed anew after four-year restoration

A landmark conservation project at Santa Croce brings clarity to one of Giotto’s most revolutionary painted spaces, revealing details unseen for generations.

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Introducing The Florentine Bag by Il Bisonte

A new limited-edition collaboration brings together two Florentine names and the artisans behind one of Tuscany’s most enduring craft traditions.

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Florence university course tackles gender-based violence

A course at the University of Florence explores how gender-based violence can be recognized, prevented and challenged.

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Communicating with kindness: Zetafonts

The independent type foundry is putting creativity, curiosity and kindness at the heart of contemporary communication.

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Pitti Fragranze 2026: what’s new in the world of fragrance

Pitti Fragranze 24 is about to begin at Florence’s Stazione Leopolda, offering visitors the chance to discover fragrances and beauty offerings from 290 brands, 75 per cent of which come ...

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The observatory that has been watching (and measuring) Florence for 270 years

The Osservatorio Ximeniano, founded in 1756, is one of Europe’s oldest continuously operating scientific observatories.

THINGS TO DO

‘Beyond the Renaissance: From Dürer to Parmigianino’ at Palazzo Medici Riccardi

On display until January 5, the artists who defined printmaking are at the centre of the exhibition.

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Where craft meets nature: Artigianato e Palazzo returns to the Corsini Gardens

The historic Giardino Corsini becomes a showcase for 100 artisans and designers, where traditional skills meet contemporary creativity under the theme “Reconnecting with Nature”.

Art + Culture

ART + CULTURE

Medici bronzes restored to former glory at the Chapel of Princes

After four centuries, the monumental statues of Ferdinando I and Cosimo II return to the spotlight following a conservation project, while reliquaries from the Medici Crypt find a new home in the chapel.

ART + CULTURE

Fra Angelico’s restored Fiesole Altarpiece returns home

After a major conservation campaign and a starring role in last year’s blockbuster exhibition, Fra Angelico’s early masterpiece is back where it belongs.

ART + CULTURE

Countess Walburga Ehrengarde Helena von Hohenthal, Lady Paget

Throughout the centuries, some individuals have been fortunate—or at times unfortunate enough—to witness history in the making and have felt compelled to write about what they saw. One such favoured ...

ART + CULTURE

Marino Marini at Forte Belvedere: juxtaposition and drama

To engage with this Pistoia-born artist achieves what Belvedere Firenze is all about: a cultural program aimed at increasing awareness of heritage and community.

Food + Wine

FOOD + WINE

Recipe: Fig and cardamom almond cake

A touch of cardamom lifts the fruit with warm notes, creating an elegant dessert that allows the figs to take centre stage.

FOOD + WINE

Gathering around food

Forget TikTok-famous trattorias. Some of the best meals in Florence happen around a communal stovetop, with a little creativity and a lot of hungry students.

FOOD + WINE

San Miniato: a cosmos of grape growing

San Miniato’s wine scene is far from predictable. Among its vineyards are pre-phylloxera Tempranillo vines that have survived for centuries, while a design-conscious winery is including Chardonnay among its ambitions.

FOOD + WINE

All’Antico Vinaio to open at Palazzo Strozzi

The concept continues the shift in how cultural institutions are thinking about their public space.

Life in Italy

COMMUNITY

Finding a home in Tuscany is about more than real estate

John Taylor Tuscany remains intentionally boutique, dedicating time to every client and carefully selecting every property.

COMMUNITY

ISF students shine

Strong IB Results, Global University Pathways and the Florence Advantage

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Beyond the move: Helping expats find their feet in Florence

Moving countries is one of life’s biggest changes. Sometimes what makes the greatest difference isn’t another checklist; it’s having someone who genuinely understands what you’re going through.

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Orchestra & Champagne: A celebration of glamour and taste at The St. Regis Florence

On September 25, an evening of elegance comes to life at the Winter Garden Bar of The St. Regis Florence. The timeless rhythm of swing sets the tone for a ...

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All you need is a smile and an unwavering commitment to help the hospitalized. AVO Firenze has been assisting the sick and elderly since 1980 and continues to do so ...

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