Things To Do
Vivoli
Start (yes I said start) your morning with famous affogato at Vivoli avoiding any wait/lines.
Uffizi Galleries
Next, head to the Uffizi Galleries to experience some of the world’s most famous art! Be sure to book tickets in advance to skip the lines. Plan on spending a few hours exploring the museum. Steven’s favorite floor is the Corridoio di Mezzogiorno for its views of the Arno River and Ponte Vecchio on one side, and Palazzo Vecchio and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore on the other.
All’Antico Vinaio + Piazza della Signoria
Grab lunch at the original All'Antico Vinaio location and get anything with pistachio cream! (warning: only if you're willing to wait in a line). Walk around Piazza della Signoria and find a stoop to sit and eat your sandwich.
La Schiacciateria
Also be prepared to wait in line, but it is so worth it!
Ponte Vecchio
Visit the most famous bridge in Florence--Ponte Vecchio. The bridge is full of jewelry stores, while the surrounding areas have more charming shops perfect for picking out your Italian souvenir. As you cross the bridge you come closer to our favorite spot to sit down and indulge in more Italian food.
Trattoria 4 Leoni
Grab lunch or sit down for a quick snack at 4 Leoni. Play it safe and make a reservation or often a friendly walk-in option. Jenny loves the pear ravioli! After all that walking, Steven recommends treating yourself to tiramisu or even beginning an aperitivo… or honestly, why not both?
Wine Window
Keep the apertivo buzz going with a stop at one of Florence's wine windows.
Piazzale Michelangelo
Catch the sunset at Piazzale Michelangelo. Bring a bottle of wine and don't feel bad taking a taxi up as opposed to braving the uphill hike.
La Giostra
Book a dinner reservation in advance at La Giostra for some famous florentine steak and pear ravioli! (Heads Up: Most restaurants don't start dinner service until 6:30pm. Don't under estimate trying to squeeze into a table without a res once they first open).
Gelato at Piazza Duomo
End your night eating gelato at the foot of the most famous monument in Florence. There is a lot of history, urban legends, and stories surrounding the Cathedral of Santa Maria.
Honorable mentions:
Honorable mentions: Sandwiches- Pino's Pizza- Gustapizza Dinner- La Buchetta Leather goods- Florence's leather market (haggling encouraged ha ha) More leather goods- Botega Del Giglio Affogato/gelato- David La Gelateria