FLORENCE

EAT

Buca Mario - Delicious and classic Florence institution (highlight: truffle ravioli)

Dondurmaci - Gelato

Enotecca Pitti Gola e Cantina - Great lunch spot across from Palazzo Pitti

La Terrazza Continentale - Rooftop drinks

La Giostra - A bit touristy but excellent food and fun environment

Trattoria La Casalinga - Where the locals flock for lunch (or dinner) right off the Santo Spirito square

Panifico Brunori Salvatore - Delicious bakery for a quick snack

Vini e Vecchi Sapori - This hidden gem is tucked away near the Uffizi serving amazing pasta and veggies — a highlight!

SEE

Basilica di San Lorenzo - Landmark church with a library designed by Michelangelo

Basilica Santa Croce - Incredible church and the burial site of Michelangelo and Galileo

Boboli Gardens & Palazzo Pitti - Gardens are a must

Cathedral Santa Maria - Visit for the famous Duomo

Galleria dell'Accademia - Don’t forget to visit the Statue of David!

Giardino Bardini - Quiet garden away from the crowds with vies of the city

Laurentian Medici Library - Famous library with beautiful courtyard

Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella - Famous perfume shop in a beautiful former convent

San Miniato al Monte - Hillside church above the city. Tip: taxi to the top and walk down, passing Piazzo Michelangelo

Santo Spirito - Charming church and courtyard

Piazzo Michelangelo - Plaza with the best views of the city

Uffizi Gallery - The true renaissance experience

Shop

Flor - Collection of homeware stores near the Santa Croce

Luciano - The best leather gloves

Sikuliana Art Atelier - Small shop with beautiful Italian homewares and gifts

Sbigoli Terrecotte - Colorful ceramics

Street Doing - Luxury consignment vintage shop beyond the Duomo, with an amazing collection of Hermès scarves and other hidden gems

Vintage Epoca Firenze - Vintage

Via Romana - Street with many great shops near Palazzo Pitti