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THINGS TO DO

What’s on: Fiesole theatre season 2025-26

Early bird tickets are available until August 31 with discounts for all audience members.

NEWS

Street marketing campaign encourages informed shopping in Florence

The environmentally friendly pavement "graffiti" is part of the continued Enjoy Respect Firenze scheme.

NEWS

55 million euro to redevelop Fiorentina’s football stadium

The Italian government has partially returned the public funding.

NEWS

Frances Mayes awarded with honorary Italian citizenship

The bestselling author is believed to be the first American writer to receive the honour.

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NEWS

Frances Mayes awarded with honorary Italian citizenship

The bestselling author is believed to be the first American writer to receive the honour.

THINGS TO DO

Experience art and adventure this summer with kids

Family-friendly activities to escape the city crowds this summer.

COMMUNITY

Sorgane: rethinking the city

The south-eastern neighbourhood represents an unrealised ambition by visionary architects to create a brutalist and humane utopia.

COMMUNITY

Researching Florentine and Tuscan family history

Want to know more about a Tuscan or Florentine ancestor? There are a number of places to turn to in Florence and online in your quest for genealogical knowledge. 

FOOD + WINE

Caffè dell’Oro reopens with a new spirit

Caffè dell’Oro reopens in the heart of Florence with a renewed spirit ahead of the summer.

FOOD + WINE

Cantina Meraviglia: rocking the wine world

Five-plus years in the making, this new winery in the Bolgheri region is a marvellous place indeed.

FOOD + WINE

La Gamella at Collegio alle Querce: laidback luxury

Collegio alle Querce and its standout restaurant invite guests to savour curated cocktails, and soul-satisfying cuisine in laidback luxury.

FOOD + WINE

Ambar: subtle fusion

This small restaurant in Gavinana packs a punch with a fusion of South American, Japanese and Italian cuisines.

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SERVICES

Private lounges for special occasions and private meetings

Binomio at Hotel Indigo offers two private lounges perfect for special occasions and private meetings. These elegant and intimate environments guarantee maximum privacy and comfort. Tastefully furnished, they create a ...

SERVICES

Elderly care in English

My name is Domenico Achilarre and I was born in Milan on May 17, 1965. I worked from 1994 to 2021 in the luxury hospitality sector (Four Seasons / Palazzo ...

HAPPENING NOW

Pizza + cocktails at Giotto

Three years after opening, pizzaiolo Marco Manzi’s city centre Giotto venue now features a cocktail bar with signature drinks by Ismaele Verrengia (previously Santa Cocktail Club and Four Seasons Florence). The award-winning pizzeria (three slices from Gambero Rosso and ranked 56th ...

JOBS

Student Support and Wellbeing Officer

Monash is a top 40, internationally-focussed, Australian university. Based in Prato, Tuscany, you will play a vital role in enhancing student experience and wellbeing, acting as the first point of con...

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Craftsmanship experience at Il Bisonte Shop

On Wednesday, July 16 and Thursday, July 17, 2025, from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM, the historic IL BISONTE store on Via del Parione 31 in Florence will host a ...

JOBS

Animal caretaker / Groundskeeper (Live In)

Seeking dedicated caretaker for working villa. Care for multiple pets, maintain gardens, cleaning, organization and minor repairs. Schedule: 6AM-10AM&4PM-7PM, Thu-Mon. Includes: Monthly salary and...

HAPPENING NOW

Musical evenings at Saporium Lounge

Every Wednesday and Thursday from 6.30 to 9.30pm, Saporium Lounge comes alive with a weekly event of live music and DJ sets. 9 July – Swing Duo 10 July – Vinyl DJ Set ...

CLASSES

Brush Pen Calligraphy

Would you like to learn something new and relaxing during your summer vacation? Then this workshop is for you! Two 2-hour sessions to discover brush pen lettering: you'll learn the technique, the ...

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