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Things to do

Get out and about in the city and surroundings! Here’s what’s on in Florence, Italy, with exhibitions, movies, music, travel and more to give ideas on how to fill up your calendars and make the most of the city’s ever-active cultural scene. With parks, picnics and gardens galore, there’s a never-ending line-up.

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Estate Fiorentina 2023: a summer full of events

Estate Fiorentina is back from June 2 to September 21.

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Golf Ugolino: history in a swing

There's nowhere more beautiful to while away the spring, learning a new sport in the great Tuscan outdoors.

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Pimp My Vintage: bringing people together through clothes

This market is your hook-up for hand-me-downs in Florence.

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Go adventuring this May in Florence

Embrace Tuscany with unforgettable sidecar tours.

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A TASTE OF SUNSET

A taste of Sunset allows you to get to know Tenuta Prima Pietra and its wines in a special atmosphere. Our experts will guide you to discover the varieties grown, ...

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A TASTE OF CASTELFALFI

Castelfalfi rises in the heart of Tuscany, surrounded by an enchanting landscape of vineyards and olive groves. This marvelous environment encloses Tenuta di Castelfalfi, that represents an ancient idea of ...

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Botanical Calligraphy with Betty Soldi

An exclusive inksperience with Betty Soldi immersed in the blooming gardens of Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence. Verdant thoughts and spoken words will be captured on paper through ...

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One day bike/vespa tours in Tuscany

Tuscany Bike Tours offers bike, e-bike, and Vespa tours just south of Florence in the heart of the Chianti wine region. Our tours in Tuscany have everything: authentic Tuscan lunch, ...

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Pimp My Vintage: bringing people together through clothes

This market is your hook-up for hand-me-downs in Florence.

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Out with the new, in with the old: Vintage in Florence

A brief glance at Florence's flourishing vintage/secondhand clothing scene.

Travel + Tuscany

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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Castello di Casole: greener luxury and stellar summer events

The Belmond hotel in the Tuscan countryside provides sustainable and stylish experiences in a historic setting.

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Villa La Massa: embrace spring in Tuscany

Experience the iris garden and five-star amenities by the Arno river.

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Porto Ercole: visiting Caravaggio’s tomb

Baroque master Michelangelo Merisi, also known as Caravaggio, is buried just outside the Tuscan town of Porto Ercole.

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Visit Marradi

Explore the hidden marvels of Marradi, a community in the Mugello valley.

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Exploring Tuscany: off the beaten path

The US Consul General sets out to explore places that are off the beaten path in Tuscany. 

Florence, Italy, is never short of things to do, with a busy events calendar all year round. We put together what’s on in the city and surroundings with weekly and monthly best events lists that give ideas on what to do in Florence.

Among the many must see things to do in Florence, there are of course the many museums, galleries, and cultural spots, like the Uffizi Galleries, Palazzo Pitti, Accademia Gallery and Palazzo Vecchio, but we’ll also let you in on the newer spots and lesser known secrets too! From the latest installations to brand-new exhibitions, this page is ever-updated with the ongoing and upcoming events in Florence.

For a weekend in the sunshine, have a look at our parks and picnics round-ups, or on a rainy day, check out the must-see museums in Florence and our top picks of the cultural ongoings. Have a look at the latest news from events spaces and cultural venues, and the tips and tricks for life in Florence like children-friendly parks and where are the best hills for hikes.

Whether you come to Florence on a day trip or for longer, we’ll give you some of the must-see things to do in Florence to make the most of your time. A local or here for a longer time? Check out the more off the beaten track locations or join in one of the community events organized by the ever-active international groups.

Looking for where to stay in Florence? We’ve got that covered too! We’ve been to many of the popular (and lesser known) spots in the city and surroundings for spas, short breaks, and top class cocktails, sharing our opinions and what’s going on to help out visitors to the city and those seeking a staycation.

Things to do features:

  • Exhibitions
  • Cinema
  • Music
  • Travel
  • Markets
  • Festivals
  • Nightlife
  • Shopping
  • Photography
  • Performing Arts
  • Wellness
  • Outdoor activities
  • Tours
  • Where to stay
  • Sports
  • Concerts
  • Religious centres
  • Talks
  • Fun for kids
  • Family activities
  • LGBTQIA+
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