Information for: Florence
Florence is the capital city of the Italian region of Tuscany. It sits on the banks of the River Arno. Originally founded by the Romans in 9BC, it’s a city steeped in history and is considered a cultural, artistic and architectural gem. It’s also known as the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance – home to Michelangelo’s ‘David’ and Raphael’s Madonna’s. Both Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo lived in Florence, this place is so dense in art and history. To see everything this city has to offer will take more than a few days. It has beautiful churches, museums, great shopping and being in Tuscany, fine wine. The historic city centre is listed as a World Heritage Site. Contained within medieval walls, you can wander the medieval streets where every step yields a story.
Hotels located in: Florence
Helvetia & Bristol Hotel
Helvetia & Bristol Hotel is an upmarket Florentine boutique hotel. Elegant and classy you’ll soon see why it’s a popular business traveller option. Situated in front of Palazzo Strozzi in the centre of Florence the hotel has been the home-away-from-home to many famous visitors to Florence for more than a century now. Hostaria Bibendum the [...]
Via Dei Pescioni 2Florence
Tel No: +39 55 26 651
JK Place
JK Place is a modern design boutique hotel that fits in perfectly in this beautiful city. Smaller and intimate than many other hotel options the contemporary chic interior Lungarno-style is absolutely gorgeous. Every type of room/suite is delightful and would satisfy you immediately. A quiet option -but so close to so much else that’s going [...]
Piazza Santa Maria Novella 7Florence
Tel No: +39 55 264 5181
Continentale
The Continentale Hotel is a stylish and impressive Lungarno offering. In a fantastic location -with views of the famous Ponte Vechhio – it boasts a modern look lively atmosphere and delivers on its hard-earned reputation for outstanding service. In-house drinking and dining are fantastic and ‘The Fitness Space’ will guarantee you switch off and relax. [...]
Vicolo dell'Oro 6rFlorence
Tel No: +39 55 27 262
Lungarno Suites
Lungarno Suites is a serviced apartment option from this super-cool chain. The apartments are just as classy as the hotels but laden with extra facilities and space – and popular with business travellers as a result. In an ideal city centre location these apartments provide Lungarno quality plus complete privacy. ‘Your home your space’ and [...]
Lungarno Acciaiuoli 4Florence
Tel No: +39 55 2726 8000
Anglo American
The Anglo American hotel is an attractive traditional Italian offering in a good location in the centre of town. Refined, quiet and private this is a very good value four-star option. In-house dining is excellent including the award-winning ‘Granduca’ restaurant. There are tennis courts only 600 metres away from the hotel. As a Florence-style boutique [...]
Via Garibaldi 9Florence
Tel No: +39 55 282 114
Best Western Grand Hotel Adriatico
Grand Hotel Adriatico is a modern hotel in the city’s historic centre. Classy, elegant and fully functional this four-star option delivers well on all the basics. In-house dining is understandably good via two restaurants with International and Italian cuisine and the Indoor Garden is a lovely setting for breakfast. Not the most expensive option this [...]
Via Maso Finiguerra 9Florence
Tel No: +39 55 27 931
Culture & Entertainment Located in: Florence
Kikuya
If you’re looking for an alternative to some of the trendy high-end establishments in Florence Kikuya is worth stopping at for a drink or two. A small-ish English-style bar with a traditional pub atmosphere it’s a far from overly-trendy option that won’t do your purse too much damage. It does however get pretty wild come [...]
Via de' Benci, 43-redFlorence
Tel No: +39 55 234 4879
Dolce Vita
Dolce Vita is a classy bar on the on the Piazza del Carmine. Sporting a jazz club-meets-Fellini look and feel this is a fun and popular hangout. Friendly relaxed and frequented by an eclectic clientele this wine bar is a class act that has Italian sophistication written all over it. Make some time to come [...]
Piazza del Carmine 6rFlorence
Tel No: +39 55 284 595
Fuori Porta
One of the first wine bars to open in Florence Fuori Porta is now most certainly one of the best. Located just 5 minutes walking distance from Ponte Vecchio just outside the ancient city gate of San Niccolo you can choose from over 500 wines which also fit perfectly with the gorgeous food that’s available [...]
Piazza Santa Maria Novella 7r10 Via del Monte alle Croci
FlorenceTel No: +39 55 234 2483
Central Park
Central Park is a dance club that is popular with Florence’s trendy crowd. Its American-style layout is spread across three floors located on the edge of the Parco delle Cascine Park just outside the city centre. Things can get very busy here especially at the weekends as locals flock to dance to the live music [...]
2 Via Fosso MacinanteParco delle Cascine
FlorenceTel No: +39 55 333 505
Il Rifrullo
Il Rifrullo is an oh-so-cool resto-bar in an almost perfect central location. A very popular restaurant during the day it becomes an upmarket and chilled bar by night and we recommend visiting both. A pleasing-on-the-eye option too Il Rifrullo draws a sophisticated crowd to drink relax and dine. Joining them seems like a very good [...]
Via San Niccolo 55/rFlorence
Tel No: +39 55 234 2621
Slowly
Slowly is a see-and-be-seen Florentine hotspot that’s popular with a trendy 20 something crowd. The bar itself is American in style -smart and swanky but still relaxed. You’ll soon see why Florence’s beautiful people come here but the place does have substance to go with the style. More lounge than club make this one of [...]
Via Porta Rossa 63Florence
Tel No: +39 55 264 5354
Restaurants Located in: Florence
Il Cibreo
Il Cibreo is located in the heart of the historic Santa Croce district. Serving traditional Tuscan cuisine – so not likely to have pasta on the menu! It possesses an old-fashioned charm and flair that you won’t fail to enjoy. An occasional haunt of the rich and famous – attracted perhaps by the impressive extensive [...]
Via dei Macci 118rFlorence
Tel No: +39 55 234 1100
Golden View Open Bar
Golden View Open Bar is a well located and upmarket restaurant and popular bar. Serving Mediterranean and traditional Tuscan cuisine this place also offers magnificent views of the Ponte Vecchio. Add in a very relaxing atmosphere often accompanied with live jazz music and you’ll see why the Golden View Open Bar hits the spot for [...]
Via De' Bardi54/64 Rosso Ponte Vecchio
Tel No: +39 55 214 502
Danny Rock
Danny Rock is a large restaurant offering casual American-style dining. Boasting a good location in the centre of the city it’s surprisingly popular with locals (considering their demanding reputation for fine dining). Ok Danny Rock is far from high-end but it is good fun and value for money an easy alternative to some of the [...]
Via Pandolfini 13/rFlorence
Tel No: +39 55 234 0307
Angels
Angels is a cool contemporary restaurant in the medieval district – only steps away from the Duomo – that attracts a fashionable crowd of 20 and 30 something locals. The cuisine is upmarket and traditional Florentine food shaken-up by Mediterranean flavours and the menu changes regularly. The popular ‘American Bar’ also adds to the appeal [...]
Grand Hotel CavourVia del Proconsolo 29/31
FlorenceTel No: +39 55 239 8762
Osteria Caffé Italiano
Osteria Caffe Italiano sports an old world rustic charm and serves up simple Tuscan dishes. This Santa Croce trattoria is very much in vogue so much so that it’s even good for spotting the occasional celebrity. It’ll not be too hard on your purse but you will have a fun dining experience here.
Via Isola delle Stinche 11/13rFlorence
Tel No: +39 55 289 080
Enoteca Pinchiorri
Often ranked amongst the top ten restaurants in the world Enoteca Pinchiorri is a Michelin three star restaurant that will give you an outstanding dining experience. Despite being relatively small in size the food is to die for and the service impeccable. The only word of warning is that it is very very expensive. For [...]
Via Ghibellina 87Tel No: +39 55 242 777
Sporting/Leisure/Beauty Located in: Florence
Fonbli
Let your mind body and soul unwind and relax at the exclusive Fonbilu Wellness Centre. Considered to be one of the best in Italy. Prepare to feel pampered and let time and space merge into a single dimension of relaxation. There is a Spa Fitness Centre, Beauty & Massage Treatments as well as Pilates on [...]
Piazzale di Porta Romana 10/rFlorence
Tel No: +39 55 233 5385
Vinci
A visit to Florence just wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the birthplace of the Renaissance genius Leonardo da Vinci. Surrounded by the beautiful Tuscan Hills, vineyards and olive groves the picturesque landscape hasn’t changed much since Leonardo’s time. As well as the breathtaking scenery the main attraction is the Leonardo da Vinci Museum [...]
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Ponte Vecchio Shops
The shops along one of the oldest bridges in Italy are all about the gold! Browse a bounty of jewellery shops and be prepared to find a bargain. There are also other shops which sell postcards local crafts and gelato. The bridge itself is certainly not to be missed.
Ponte VecchioFlorence
Fiesole Tennis
Fiesole Tennis offers a selection of outdoor tennis courts at this straight forward tennis centre. Located a little from the city centre there are coaching and tennis schools also available here. If you want to get in a game or two in the sunshine Fiesole Tennis is worth the short trip. Open daily.
Via Pian del MugnoneFlorence
Tel No: +39 55 541 237
San Lorenzo Market
Looking for something to do in the morning? Well why not take a walk around the famous San Lorenzo Market and pick up a bargain. It is mainly a leather market and so there are plenty of handbags shoes and coats to choose from. What started as a gentle morning walk around the market may [...]
Via del canto de NelliSan Lorenzo
Florence
The Mall Outlet
Located just south of Florence you’ll find all the designer labels that Italy is famous for at discount prices. Celebrated names like Gucci, Armani, Pucci, Sergio Rossi, Valentino and YSL are on offer here and that is only a small selection of what you’ll find here. So for fashion addicts The Mall is the perfect [...]
Incisa ValdarnoFlorence
Tel No: +39 55 865 7775
Entertainment located in: Florence
Piazzale Michelangelo
Two reasons to visit Piazzale Michelangelo. Firstly this famous garden located on a hill on the south bank of the Arno River is a tribute to the great Michelangelo and contains copies of some of his most famous works such as a bronze “David” in the middle of the square. Secondly Piazzale Michelangelo offers the [...]
Piazzale di MichelangeloFlorence
Boboli Gardens
Behind the grand Palazzo Pitti (Pitti Palace) lies Florence’s most famous park. These gardens are enriched with distinguished collections of sculptures dating from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries plus with some Roman antiquities. One of the main attractions of Boboli Gardens has to be the outstanding amphitheatre and its Egyptian obelisk. Boboli also offers [...]
Piazza de' Pitti, 1,Florence
Bargello National Museum
For the finest display of important historical sculptures and many examples of decorative arts the Bargello is the best place in Florence. The Bargello National Museum is set in one of the oldest buildings in Florence and one of the most eye catching in Italy. It dates back to 1255 and houses a collection from [...]
Via del Proconsolo 4Florence
Tel No: +39 55 238 8606
Uffizi Gallery
The Uffizi is one of the oldest and most famous art museums in the world and is housed in the grand Palazzo degli Uffizi near the Arno River. Even before you get to view the amazing collections you are wowed by the colourful ceiling paintings in the main corridor. Notable works include paintings by Rembrandt, [...]
Loggiato degli Uffizi 6Florence
Tel No: +39 55 238 8651
Florence Cathedral
Towering above the terracotta tiled roofs of the city you cannot miss this gorgeous titan of a building with its huge orange dome which is one of the largest domes in the world. Dating back to 1296 this legendary building with its amazing white marble gothic facade is a must see.
Piazza Duomo 17Florence
Tel No: +39 55 215 380
Teatro della Pergola
Considered to be the oldest theatre in Italy the Teatro della Pergola opened in 1656 and was once the private theatre of the Grand Duke. Declared a national monument in it is the perfect place to experience Italian opera and theatre. Most performances are conducted in Italian making the experience even more magical and appealing. [...]
Via della Pergola 12-32Florence
Tel No: +39 55 226 4353