The original settlement dates back to the 14th century and belongs to Villa Palmieri. The name "Schifanoja" or "Schivenoglia", refers to a place where boredom can be driven away. It is thought that [...]
If you think you have already visited everything in the city and you are wandering a little dazed between shops and other tourists like you, know that Florence can offer you a different day [...]
Break down prejudice, promote mutual knowledge, overcome cultural differences using the extraordinary instrument of beauty. All this is at the basis of AMIR, an innovative project of cultural [...]
Fierucola promotes organic farming on small family farms and traditional natural handicrafts. During the fairs, which often have specific themes, there are photographic exhibitions, conferences on [...]
The flowering of two hillside gardens, a green oasis overlooking the city, is an unforgettable experience. A third public park with a terrific view. We are talking about the green areas a few steps [...]
Every first Saturday of the month, UISP Firenze organizes walks to keep fit and explore the rich heritage of our territory. The program always presents new itineraries, which take place in the 5 [...]
It should never happen, but unfortunately sometimes it may happen to have health problems even on vacation. If a small accident happens, it may ruin your holiday. In case of particularly serious [...]
Tourist Information Office of the City and of the Metropolitan area of Florence. Printed material, such as maps, opening hours of the museums and brochures, can be provided free of charge in order to [...]
Although Baroque is not the most representative artistic season for Florence, compared for example to the Renaissance – and it is difficult to compare it in scope with the Roman one - there are many [...]
Enjoy the beauty of Tuscany and the pleasure of wine and plan a visit to the vineyards and the places where wine is produced! It’s an exciting journey full of surprises to discover the most remote [...]
In Florence you can admire some interesting examples of Art Nouveau architecture, concentrated near the nineteenth century area beyond the inner ring road of avenues conceived by Poggi. Here, in wave [...]
This itinerary will guide you to the discovery of the main operas of Giotto. This great artist, who changed forever the idea of perspective, lived in Florence for many years, bequeathing a priceless [...]
See Florence from a different point of view, try the unique experience of a boat trip with the Renaioli! The Arno River, which crosses the city of Florence, is not navigable as a whole due to the [...]
Many places in Florence offer the stunning view of the city and its surroundings. The city has many panoramic viewpoints: in addition to piazzale Michelangelo, visitors can admire the skyline of [...]
Would you like to enjoy Florence in a slow, ecological and sustainable way? Give a look at the new map of cycle lanes. Realized by the Municipality of Florence, it’s a useful tool for tourists who [...]
In a city like Florence the historic commercial network, characterized by local shops and a historical tradition of arts and crafts is still present: places and activities contribute to create the [...]
A typical street food in Florence? lampredotto rolls. I t can be bought from the trippai (literally tripe sellers), stalls permanently spread in various parts of the city that serve and prepare bovine [...]
Four tourist itineraries and a map with useful information for those visiting Florence by wheelchair. In order to help people with mobility impairments to visit our city, four publications - one for [...]
