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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Tristia: Viaggi romantici at Palazzo Corsini al Prato

Enjoy an evening of chamber music at Palazzo Corsini al Prato on Saturday October 24, 2026. Presented by Mascarade Opera and the New Generation Foundation, Tristia: Viaggi romantici brings together ...

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Festa della Zucca at Vignamaggio

The Pumpkin Festival returns to Fattoria di Vignamaggio on Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November, with autumn festivities for all ages. Join us for two days of seasonal food, ...

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Ancora Imparo Monash Prato Dialogues

Ancora Imparo Monash Prato Dialogues: Making the Invisible Visible, 20 October On Tuesday 20 October, from 5.30 to 6.30pm, Monash University, Prato campus will host Making the Invisible Visible: LG...

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East Market Returns to Florence

Italy’s leading vintage market returns to Florence on October 24-25, taking over MOTEL at Manifattura Tabacchi for its second Tuscan edition. Over 100 exhibitors from across Italy will showcase thousands ...

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A renaissance of wellbeing at Villa San Michele

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Chamber music returns to San Pancrazio

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Stay in style at W Florence

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Authentic tours with Kiss From Italy

With his company Kiss From Italy, Andrea Barsotti connects cultures, people and places. Curating private travel experiences throughout Italy.

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Tootbus launches in Tuscany

A new way to explore the region by bus.

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Sossio and Il Bottaccio: beauty as a universal value

In the heart of Tuscany where the landscape stretches out in ancient silence and the light makes every detail tremble, an artistic dialogue is taking shape that is capable of renewing the cultural tradition of a region and offering a new vision of well-being.

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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