Discover Florence

Taker a deeper dive into what Florence has to offer, with our selection of experiences from both inside and outside of the city. Tours, tastings, and classes will be sure to ignite new curiosity about the city, and help improve your understanding of Florence and its culture.

FOOD + WINE

Barbar: full-comfort dining

Take a right off busy via Gioberti, duck under a short tunnel and you will re-emerge in a haven of tranquillity. A residential street, via Luna is planted every which ...

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Florence insider tips by Eric Veroliemeulen

Bakery, florist, greengrocer: the list goes on. Family-run businesses galore line viale Don Giovanni Minzoni, where the palazzo housing This Time Tomorrow’s upscale residences is located. Curator Eric Veroliemeulen shares ...

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Uncomfortable Tours: dissenting itineraries + narratives

Stazione Utopia have curated a series of free guided tours through lesser-known aspects of Florence's history.

COMMUNITY

Isolotto: Florence’s fourth quarter

The neighbourhood still represents an idea of community and identity.

ART + CULTURE

Teatro Niccolini: A theatrical renaissance in Florence

Don't miss Jeff Goldblum at Teatro Niccolini on September 20, 2024.

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E-bike adventures in the Tuscan countryside

Destination Florence takes us through the guided e-bike tours that bring you to explore charming villages and breathtaking landscapes.

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Manifattura Tabacchi gives guided tours of the Caveau

Explore the archive of the former tobacco factory. 

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Best ways to enjoy spring in Florence

How to spend the season in the city and surroundings.

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Experience luxury leather goods in Florence

Embark on a journey through high-quality Florentine craftsmanship at Minobossi.

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Experiences around Florence to gift this Christmas

Gift-giving gets easy with Destination Florence's round-up of unforgettable experiences.

ART + CULTURE

Artex: the bond between artistic crafts and Tuscany 

Artex, Centre for Artistic and Traditional Tuscan Crafts, has endeavoured to protect, develop, innovate and promote since 1987.

THINGS TO DO

4 fun ways to spend summer

Ideas on how to make the most of these long summer months.

NEWS

7 reasons to choose an official registered travel professional in Tuscany

Fiavet Toscana travel agents’ association shares guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable vacation.

FOOD + WINE

Ruffino: tours + tastings in the Tuscan hills

Savor an elevated wine experience with Ruffino.

FOOD + WINE

Tuscan Taste: a different wine experience

From craft beer to a wine blending experience, this via Romana store offers something new in central Florence.

FOOD + WINE

Elevating Ruffino through design and quality

Head for the Tuscan hills for the new elevated wine experience near Florence.

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Re-discover Florence by tram

Try one of these free tram tours in English in Florence on May 14 + May 28.

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5 things to do in the Tuscan countryside this spring

Tours, picnics and boating in the Tuscan countryside

FOOD + WINE

Piccola Cucina: where strangers become friends

Expect an intimate culinary experience where strangers quickly become friends over food.

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A Florentine rooftop for special occasions

Organize an unforgettable event on a rooftop with sublime views of Florence.

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3 Medici tours in Florence

Learn more about Florence’s foremost ruling family.

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Nightlife in Florence

Florence is more than just a city of museums and coffee shops. Marbled villas turned into dance floors and hole-in-the-wall bars make for the perfect night out.

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4 cooking classes to try in Florence

Find out how to recreate Florentine and Italian recipes at home.

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Stores, workshops and centres to take you into 2023

Sort out your seasonal supplies with the stores and centres you need to know, with workshops as well to wake up your creativity over winter.

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