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From useful resources about life in Florence, Italy, to interviews with members of the vast international community, spot familiar faces and get to know others as we share the helpful tips, endless creativity, and innovative enterprises offered by both Florentines and Florence-adoptees, and all the need-to-know info about life in the city.
Last night, we got together to mark the launch of The Florentine’s November 60th Flood Anniversary Issue and the vernissage of Tender Monuments at Palazzo Bartolini Salimbeni, which is on ...
An issue to mark the 60th anniversary of the Florence flood.
The U.S. Consul General in Florence discusses the Consulate’s priorities, the importance of civic engagement and what lies ahead for U.S.-Italian relations.
The experience would shape his lifelong commitment to working for the common good.
Every September, I stand near the gates of our two campuses and watch a familiar scene unfold: families arriving from around the world, suitcases barely unpacked, with excitement and a ...
Sending a young person out into the world enriched by their journey is at the heart of the school's ambition.
New initiative at the European University Institute aims to help EU member states turn energy reforms into practical action.
Strong IB Results, Global University Pathways and the Florence Advantage
edited by Marco Bracci + Marco De La Pierre
Studying abroad in Florence is a life-changing experience that will have a positive impact on your future. Studying in Italy means discovering a culture that has shaped the philosophy, aesthetics and lifestyle of the world.
USA ORDERS: If you are ordering from the USA, the book is also available (2022 edition) in “print on demand” through Amazon.com
Beyond its artistic heritage, Florence is home to a culture of humanity, exemplified by a social cooperative dedicated to empowerment.
A chance conversation in a Florentine church uncovers a remarkable story of family and a little girl's answered prayer.
The story of the iconic taxi driver who, in her late husband’s honour, uses his Milano 25 taxi to drive sick children to the hospital.
Our founding editor Nita Tucker reminisces on the genesis of the magazine.
This year, for the first time, Alchimia opens its doors for Christmas with a special Pop-up on 11 and 12 December. Students and teachers will come together to present their ...
November 26. A meeting of autumn flavours from across the Atlantic and those of our countryside. The evening begins with a welcome glass, Vignamaggio cured meats, and cornbread served with ...
The allure of white truffle meets the elegance of Maison Krug in an exclusive evening curated by Cosimo. A refined gastronomic journey celebrates one of the season’s most prized ingredients ...
On Saturday, November 14, 2026, Accademia del Caffè Espresso in Pian di San Bartolo (Fiesole) will exceptionally open its doors from 10am to 6pm for a day dedicated to the ...
Are you looking for the ideal school for your child’s future? We look forward to sharing our approach and facilities with you on our upcoming open day and open evening- a chance to experience the sc...
In Scarperia, among the rolling Tuscan hills just north of Florence, CARIM S.r.l. presents “I Crocioni”: an opportunity for those who dream of owning an energy-efficient Class A home in ...
In the heart of Florence, a magnificent 14th-century venue renowned for its outstanding acoustics hosts one of the city’s most exclusive opera experiences. At the Auditorium di Santa Croce al ...
Lovely apartment in Gavinana, one of Florence’s most authentic and welcoming neighborhoods. Ideally located close to the historic city center and surrounded by green spaces, it offers the perfect ba...
Whether you’ve just arrived in the city or have been here for a longer haul, becoming part of the community is an essential part of feeling at home in Florence, Italy. Get to know who’s here and what they’re up to with interviews with many members of the community, from content creators to entrepreneurs, talking to both Florentines and Florence-adoptees about their life here.
With video series and in-depth interviews, we speak to inspiring members of the community so as to share their stories and to help you find out more about the people out and about making Florence what it is. Florence attracts endlessly interesting individuals, meaning we’re never short of someone to reach out to.
Find out key info for local life depending on your interests and needs, such as schools, mental health services in English, childcare in Florence, where to worship, visa schemes for digital nomads and legal advice to make living here more manageable.
Read our writers’ witty takes on life here, or be sobered by serious experiences as our wide network of contributors share their perspectives on linguistic misadventures, cross-cultural confusion, or the sometimes struggles involved in life as an expat.
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