Discover Florence hidden spots
GUIDE OF FLORENCE
A curated mini guide gathering our favorite places to eat, stay, shop and visit in Florence.
EXPLORE OUR CITY GUIDE
Florence has it all – from gastronomy to culture, craftsmanship and nature. We have reunited some of our favorite addresses within a city guide easy to keep, share, print and annotate with your own finds.
Eat like a local
Find out where and what to eat from our selection of local addresses to satisfy all your cravings. It involves artichoke tortino, duck ragù pappardelle and gelato. Read more
Gifts to bring back home
Keep some space in your luggage for a pomegranate hand soap or some vintage jewelry. We tell you where to go shopping for unique souvenirs from Florence. Read more
Explore the city off the beaten path
Whether you are visiting the city for the first time or coming back for the third, these places often off the map need to be on your list. Read more
Experience Florence differently
From cooking classes to sculpture workshops, experience an original way to discover the city’s culinary and artistic heritage. Read more
SLEEP IN A HISTORICAL PALACE
Hotel Palazzo Guadagni, with its Loggia Roof Bar, is an iconic landmark of the Oltrarno, the most vibrant and characteristic neighborhood of Florence. Located in Santo Spirito Square, our hotel is just a few steps away from the Ponte Vecchio, Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens. Our rooms all have their own character with frescoed ceilings, fireplaces, balconies and amazing views onto the city.
MORE ADDRESSES FROM OUR GUIDE
Trattoria Sostanza
An institution in Florence that has not changed since 1869. The tortino with artichokes and butter chicken are a must. But make sure you keep some space for their meringue cake with strawberries.
Via del Porcellana, 25/R
Opera del Duomo Museum
Opened in 2013, this Museum contains many of the original works of art created for the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, the Cathedral of Florence.
Piazza del Duomo, 9
San Miniato al Monte
Standing on the top of the highest point in the city, San Miniato al Monte Basilica has been described as one of the most scenic churches in Italy. Don’t miss it!
Via delle Porte Sante, 34
