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TRAVEL GUIDE

Restaurants

Florence is a culinary paradise, offering everything from rustic trattorias to elegant Michelin-starred restaurants. Whether you're craving traditional Tuscan cuisine, world-class cocktails, or a cozy espresso, the city has something for everyone!

Traditional Italian

- Cammillo Trattoria
- Trattoria 13 Gobbi
- La Giostra
- Cucina Torcicoda
- Trattoria Zà Zà
- Latini
- Regina Bistecca
- Il Santo Bevitore
- Cantinetta Antinori
- Trattoria 4 Leoni
- Osteria Delle Tre Panche
- Beppa Fioraia

Michelin Star

- Gucci Osteria - 1 star
- Atto di Vito Mollica - 1 star
- Borgo San Jacopo - 1 star
- Saporium - 1 star
- Il Palagio - 1 star
- Santa Elisabetta - 2 stars
- Enoteca Pinchiorri - 3 stars

Cafes

- Caffé Gilli
- Caffè Rivoire
- Caffè PASZKOWSKI
- Pasticceria Nencioni
- Ditta Artigianale
- Pasticceria Scudieri
- La Menagere
- Caffe Ginori

Bars

- B-Roof
- Empireo
- Atrium Bar
- Spirituum Spirits Club
- Santa Cocktail Club

Museums

If you'd like to indulge into the wonderful arts that the city of the Renaissance has to offer, please find below a list of museums that you do not want to miss:

- Palazzo Vecchio: Not your typical museum, this former palace was once the residence of the powerful Medici family. The magnificent Salone dei Cinquecento alone is worth the visit, but the palace also features exquisite chambers and a remarkable hall adorned with centuries-old geographical maps—making it a true treasure of Florence.
- Gallery of Modern Art at Palazzo Pitti
- Galleria Palatina at Palazzo Pitti
- Uffizi Gallery
- Gallerie dell'Accademia, where the famous David by Michelangelo is
- Museo del Bargello, strongly recommended if you are into sculpture

Churches

Florence is filled with stunning churches all around the city centre, with the Duomo being the most famous.

Other Churches that are worth a visit are:
- Santa Maria Novella: in front of the train station, it boasts works by Masaccio, Giotto and Brunelleschi
- Santa Croce: it comes with the statue that inspired the Statue of Liberty
- Santo Spirito Church: located in one of the coolest neighborhood in Florence, it looks pretty anonymous on the outside, but don’t let this appearance fool you, inside it is just stunning, not to mention that It boasts a crucifix by Michelangelo.

Siena
Perhaps the loveliest of all Tuscan towns, is about 1 hour from Florence. Simply enchanting, with impressive walls, a gorgeous Duomo, and a unique atmosphere, this is a city not to be missed.

Landmarks to visit are definitely Piazza del Campo and climbing on the Torre del Mangia, the stunning Santa Maria della Scala museum and the Dome.

San Gimignano
A UNESCO World Heritage site, is a gloriously picturesque Italian town, with fifteen medieval towers (built by competing grandees as expressions of power), and a cathedral. Its vertiginous streets are lined with small shops that sell locally made Tuscan cheeses, meats and sausages, table linens, ceramics, olive wood carvings and gelato. If you want to indulge in the latter, stop by the famous Gelateria Dondoli or book one of their gelato classes, or, if you are a wine lover, you might want to stop at Tenuta Torciano winery.

Designer Shopping

If you're in the mood for a little retail therapy, Florence offers some of the finest luxury shopping in Italy. Take a stroll down Via de’ Tornabuoni, the city’s most iconic shopping street, home to flagship stores for Versace, Gucci, Prada, Armani, Balenciaga, and Salvatore Ferragamo. Just around the corner on Via degli Strozzi, you’ll also find Dior, Hermes, and Louis Vuitton, making this area a must-visit for fashion lovers. Whether you're window shopping or looking to splurge, this neighborhood is a glamorous way to spend an afternoon.

Designer Outlets
Nearby Florence there is also a shopping centre called The Mall, that is a luxury outlet mall.

Famous Designer Museums
If you want to get to know more the Italian fashion world, you might find interesting to visit the following museums:
- Ferragamo Museum
- Gucci Museum

Traveling with Kids? If you're bringing little ones to Florence and need childcare during the festivities, we recommend reaching out to the following trusted services: - International Babysitter - Labsitters Email: commerciale@labsitters.com

Florence is a wonderful city for children to explore. They’ll love wandering through the historic center with a gelato in hand, climbing monument towers, and playing in scenic gardens like Boboli Garden and Giardino dell'Orticoltura, both of which have playgrounds.

Many museums are family-friendly, but for extra fun, check out the Museum of Illusions, La Specola Natural History Museum, and the Museo Galileo — all centrally located. If your kids love animals, consider visiting Fattoria di Maiano, a countryside estate just outside the city with a petting zoo and nature trails.

A Note on Children We love your little ones dearly, but we kindly ask that the wedding week events remain adults-only. The only exceptions will be for our flower girls and ring bearer. We hope this allows everyone to unwind, celebrate, and fully enjoy this special time with us. 