NEWS

Andrea Roggi’s Humanitas in San Lorenzo

The Tuscan-born sculptor returns to Florence's public spaces with works that celebrate peace, harmony and nature.

NEWS

Pope Leo XIV, a friend to the Augustinian friars of Santo Spirito

Chicago-born Robert Francis Prevost is the first Augustinian Pope, an order with deep ties to the Florentine Basilica.

FOOD + WINE

Vivoli celebrates 95 years of business

The family-run business has opened an adjacent Affogato Bar.

NEWS

Uffizi crane to be removed in June

The blight on the cityscape has been there since 2006 and will now be removed thanks to financing by Florentine business owners.

COMMUNITY

Alchimia: a creative gem

The piazza del Carmine jewellery school is a sanctuary for students from all over the world wishing to perfect their craft.

COMMUNITY

Little lights, big stage

Students from the International School of Florence shine in “Shadow Dance” and “The Odyssey” at the Teatro Comunale di Antella.

NEWS

Shielding against speculation in Santo Spirito

Locals have been demonstrating against plans to turn the historical Ferrucci barracks into an elite nursing home.

THINGS TO DO

Coffee rituals and goldsmith for a day at Manifattura Tabacchi

The Bottega Biologica and Fàbera Atelier host two unmissable workshops.

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COMMUNITY

Buying secondhand furniture online in Florence

One Facebook user’s trash is another FB user’s treasure.

THINGS TO DO

Playgrounds in Florence

Where to find ample space for the kids to run, swing and climb to their hearts' content.

COMMUNITY

Kid-friendly cafés in Florence

A collection of comfortable and accessible spaces for parents with prams.

COMMUNITY

Third places in Florence

Bookshops, youth hostels and libraries offer warmth and community this winter and beyond.

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Administrative and Faculty Services Assistant

Location: FIT in Florence, Italy; Start Date : Summer 2025 Employment Type: Full-time, 1-year contract (renewable) About FIT and FIT in Florence The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) is an ...

Personal + Group Classes

Modern Calligraphy (Part 2)

This course is the next step for those who already have basic knowledge of how to write with the pointed pen and ink. Join us for a relaxing evening where you will learn how to connect your letter...

Personal + Group Classes

Italian Language homestay programs

Learn Italian while living with an Italian family in amazing Chianti, a restored farmhouse among vineyards, an olive grove and rolling hills. Enjoy delicious home cooked food. That sounds like an abso...

Housing

House for rent in Gavinana

The house is in Gavinana, 10 minutes walk to the COOP supermarket and bus routes 23, 31, 32, 8, 3, 365. It is situated in unique rural  surroundings just 15 ...

Personal + Group Classes

THE22 WELLNESS SUMMIT 2025 ANIMA BLUEPRINT

The22 is turning four! Join us Saturday September 20th for a day of wellness designed to illuminate your inner soul’s blueprint. Celebrate with a full day of movement classes, workshops, ...

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Summer Wedding Proposals in Florence: A Dreamy Love Story

There is no season more romantic than summer for a surprise marriage proposal in Florence, where history, art, and passion blend seamlessly. Imagine asking for your beloved’s hand at sunset ...

Housing

Furnished Office Space in Florence

Located on Via della Fornace, this 35 sqm office offers a private, fully furnished workspace to share with one other professional. Enjoy your own entrance, private bathroom, high-speed WiFi, telephone...

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Looking for Sales coordinator-Part time

Beautiful jewelry store on the historic Ponte Vecchio, is looking for part-time sales staff . The candidate must be fluent in English and be available to work 5 days a week. If you wish to be a part ...

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