Visiting or just visited the Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens in Florence? Staying in Santo Spirito or Oltrarno? Museum-ing can definitely work up an appetite, and now you're looking for a place to eat. You are in luck! Our local guides in Florence built this amazing list of the best restaurants in Santo Spirito and Oltrarno this year. Travel Tip: The toggle menu below connects all of … [Read more...] about The 10 Best Restaurants in Santo Spirito and Oltrarno in 2025
9 Great Restaurants Near the Accademia Gallery in Florence
Near the Accademia and looking for a bite to eat but unsure if you’re standing in front of an authentic Trattoria or a tourist-trap? We've been there before so we created this list of the best places to eat within a short walk from the Accademia and Michelangelo's David with locals from Florence. Pro Travel Tip: Bookmarking helpful articles in your browser is my favorite tip. If … [Read more...] about 9 Great Restaurants Near the Accademia Gallery in Florence
How to Visit the Uffizi Gallery: Tickets, Tours & Tips
The Uffizi crams 1,200+ masterpieces into a maze-like corridor—blink and you’ll miss Leonardo, double-back and you’re lost in medieval saints. Most visitors shuffle out wondering what they just saw. In this how to visit the Uffizi Gallery guide, we map the must-see rooms, what to skip, and the best guided tours to take. Consider your Renaissance overload cured. Your quick answer: … [Read more...] about How to Visit the Uffizi Gallery: Tickets, Tours & Tips
How To See Michelangelo’s David: Accademia Tickets, Hours, Tours, and More
Around 1.5 million people visit this tiny museum each year to see Michelangelo's David. Standing 17 feet tall, it's not hard to understand why everyone wants to see this statue. However, that means long lines, crowds, and congestion—unless you plan ahead. In this guide, we share everything you need to know about visiting the Accademia to see Michelangelo's David. Pro Tip: Planning your … [Read more...] about How To See Michelangelo’s David: Accademia Tickets, Hours, Tours, and More
Florence’s 6 Best Gardens & Parks
Florence is one of Italy's most sought-after destinations but it is so very small. Millions of visitors come each year to its small streets so planning some time in parks is not a bad idea to beat the crowds. This article will help you find the best Florence parks, gardens, and outdoor spaces. Pro Travel Tip: If you are planning a trip to Italy and think you'll use the advice from this … [Read more...] about Florence’s 6 Best Gardens & Parks
6 Absolutely Free Things To Do in Florence Today
Let's face it, traveling can get expensive. Every meal is "out" along with lots of museums to see and hotels every night, but you don't have to be a Medici to visit Florence. A great way to balance the budget is to integrate some free activities into your schedule. Check out our list of fun and absolutely free things to do in Florence. Pro Tip: Planning what to do on your trip to … [Read more...] about 6 Absolutely Free Things To Do in Florence Today
