Editorial Staff

    The Florentine editorial staff

    Articles by the author

    NEWS

    “Madre Terra” inlaid floor design shines again in the Baptistery

    An inlaid marble floor design known as Madre Terra (Mother Earth) has been restored in the Florence Baptistery

    THINGS TO DO

    How to mark St Valentine’s Day in Florence + Tuscany 2025

    Celebrate love in all its guises with sweet treats, charitable events, and extravagant serate.

    NEWS

    Tauck gives back to Florence

    The global travel leader is marking its 100th anniversary in Florence from February 3 to 6.

    NEWS

    Learning from the past: meteorology at Museo Galileo

    The famed science museum, in collaboration with other institutions is creating an archive of seismological and meteorological events.

    THINGS TO DO

    Visioni d’Europa: documentary and debates at Palazzo Buontalenti

    EUI’s city centre campus shows original-language films through June.

    THINGS TO DO

    Chinese New Year in Prato + Florence

    The textile capital of Tuscany is ready to usher in the Year of the Snake with style.

    ART + CULTURE

    Botteghe Fiorentine: the city’s artisan ateliers in Guido Cozzi’s photographs

    The show provides an opportunity to see the rooms of the Istituto de’ Bardi.

    NEWS

    Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna join forces

    The two central Italian regions, which have close cultural ties, look to strengthen their collaboration in a few key areas.

    NEWS

    A new start to the year for the ‘tramvia’

    On January 25, the much-awaited Fortezza-Libertà-San Marco tramline, known as VACS (Variante Alternativa Centro Storico), will become operational.

    ART + CULTURE

    The Royal Apartments reopen at Palazzo Pitti

    The 14 palatial rooms were once home to the Medici, Lorraine and Savoy ruling families.

    ART + CULTURE

    Salvator Rosa’s ‘The Witch’ acquired by the Uffizi Galleries

    The 17th century masterpiece goes on show in the Sala Bianca at Palazzo Pitti from January 11 until March.

    ART + CULTURE

    Polimoda presents AN/ARCHIVE EVENT TWO: blue r/evolution at Pitti Uomo 107

    Exhibition highlights include Roy Roger’s 150-year archive and photographer Charles Fréger’s Bleus de travail.

    THINGS TO DO

    Religious accommodation in Florence

    We take a look at financially savvy options in simple but comfortable surroundings.

    NEWS

    The 2025 Jubilee and what to expect in Florence

    On December 24, Pope Francis opened the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica, marking the beginning of the Jubilee year.

    NEWS

    Expansion lies ahead for the Opera del Duomo Museum

    An additional 5,000 square metres will be added with Palazzo Compagni.

    THINGS TO DO

    How to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Florence and Tuscany 2025

    From concerts to unforgettable meals, here's our round-up of ways to ring in the new year.

    NEWS

    Second The Social Hub to open in Florence in February

    The hotel will be open to all and features co-working spaces, bars, restaurants, a rooftop bigger than piazza della Repubblica and more.

    NEWS

    ‘Madonna del Rosario’ by Plautilla Nelli restored

    The artwork was unveiled in Montaione, a Tuscan town southwest of Florence.

    NEWS

    5 dead in fuel depot explosion near Florence

    Local authorities asked people within a five-mile radius of the blast to remain indoors.

    NEWS

    The Vasari Corridor reopens on December 21

    The overhead walkway has been closed since 2016.

    COMMUNITY

    How to celebrate Christmas Italian-style

    One Florentine shares his take on a thoroughly Italian Christmas, bearing in mind the differences from tip to toe and personal preferences.

    THINGS TO DO

    How to craft your ultimate Florentine Christmas

    Celebrating the holiday season away from the country where you grew up can be alienating. We're here to help with some useful tips.

    FOOD + WINE

    Dining and wining in Florence this 2024 holiday season

    Where to have your festive meals this Christmas and New Year's Eve.

    THINGS TO DO

    Festive events in Florence 2024

    How to spend the most magical time of year.

    See more articles
    LIGHT MODE
    DARK MODE