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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.

What's On in Florence

THINGS TO DO

Festivalino 2023: top opera and jazz in Florence and Venice

The Mascarade Opera Foundation is organizing a four-day music extravaganza in Florence and Venice.

ART + CULTURE

Palazzo Vecchio and Museo Novecento: Giacometti-Fontana exhibition

A double exhibition presents the art of Swiss sculptor Alberto Giacometti and Argentine-Italian painter Lucio Fontana.

ART + CULTURE

In praise of Eleonora di Toledo

The Eleonora di Toledo and the Invention of the Medici Court in Florence exhibition at Palazzo Pitti will run until May 14, 2023.

ART + CULTURE

Extended museum hours to honour Anna Maria Luisa de’ Medici

Medici Chapels Museums to close briefly for improvements.

ART + CULTURE

Curated with love: 13 of Florence’s favourite artisans

Take the "Not for Tourist Map" tour to discover independent artisans across Florence.

Exhibitions

Activities + Tours + Events

Tours + Events

TF Walks: Piazzale Michelangelo, Porte Sante cemetery + EdV Garden with a view

Saturday April 1, 2-6.30pm Meeting point: in the middle of the Ponte Vecchio. Along narrow old roads, we will climb up to piazzale Michelangelo, peering into the rose garden and ...

Tours + Events

Luxury Art Retreat in Polignano a Mare

Join us from 18th to 24th September in Polignano a Mare, Puglia. Everyone at least once in their life has picked up a paint brush. And of course, the first ...

Tours + Events

Social Life Drawing SOTTO al British

Every Monday night from 19:00-21:00 (except public holidays) Join our popular weekly appointment for local artists. No instruction is given, but people can share insights and methods over a glass ...

Tours + Events

Creativity & yoga Retreat

Join us on the coast of Tuscany this May 24-28th for a retreat that will combine somatic awareness coaching, daily yoga practice and creative writing workshops designed to reimagine the narrative of y...

Shopping

THINGS TO DO

Where to get houseplants and flowers in Florence

Let the green into your Florentine home this spring.

ART + CULTURE

Renato Balestra

A brief history on the iconic Italian fashion designer Renato Balestra and his impact on the world of fashion.

ART + CULTURE

Curated with love: 13 of Florence’s favourite artisans

Take the "Not for Tourist Map" tour to discover independent artisans across Florence.

ART + CULTURE

Logout: a new hub for vinyl lovers

Fabio Corcos and Michele Alunni's new record store Logout is a hub for music lovers, offering live events and DJ courses to champion local artists.

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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