Things To Do
Giacomo Piccardi tours
Giacomo Piccardi is an architect and tour guide who grew up in Florence. He has both standard and customized tours in Florence, depending on your needs. You can email him directly at tours@giacomopiccardi.it.
ArtViva tours
ArtViva offers tours and activities both in Florence and across Tuscany. Visit their website for more information on their offers and use the code VILLAMEDICI2019 for a 10% discount.
Tuscany Shuttle service
Tuscany Shuttle has come highly recommended for driving services, whether it’s a trip to vineyard in the countryside or transport to and from the airport. Email their owner, Tommaso Ciliberti, at info@tuscanyshuttle.com for more details.
Restaurants
So many incredible ones to choose from, but here are a few of our favorites! Osteria del Pavone (http://osteriadelpavone.it/en/) Ristorante Angiolino (http://www.casatrattoria.com/ristorante-trattoria-angiolino/) Ristorante Parione (www.parione.net)
DESINARE cooking school
Desinare is an old-fashioned Florentine term for that time of day when the family would gather around the table to eat. Inspired by this concept, DESINARE was created inside the fascinating Florentine workshop and showroom of Riccardo Barthel, an eclectic and influential family firm that bridges the worlds of interior design, fine craftsmanship, antiques, restoration, and Tuscan lifestyle. Their cooking school offers both scheduled and custom cooking classes in English. Check out their website for details, or email INFO@DESINARE.IT for more detail.
Condé Nast Traveler: 13 Best Things to Do in Florence
Check out Condé Nast’s recent article on their must-sees in Florence!