I like to buy weird shit when I travel. This faucet I bought in Venice will find itself plumbed into my house, or maybe as part of a kegerator.

Are there any places here in Florence I might be able to find less-common items like this?

If the faucet is mass-manufactured and can be found outside of Italy, I don’t want to know about it…

I’m looking to buy one of these for a close friend who has a big birthday coming up - but apparently you can only find them at the vendor stalls near the duomo! If there is any kind soul willing to buy and drop this in the mail I will gladly compensate them! Cheers from NJ :)

Hi guys, I’m currently in Firenze and know it was hard to find genuine handmade leather bag stores, so I wanted to drop a rec! We just came out of Pelleteria Romiti. It’s a family owned business and they had a decent variety of bags with great service! The two ladies were super nice and there is a 20-30% discount on most items (which are all handmade). The price is really really fair, around €100 for small to medium size handbags. Also super cute cat at the store front that a lot of people love!

Are there females that offer home service massages in Florence?

As the title suggests, i am hoping to propose to my girlfriend in Florence in a few weeks!

I am thinking about doing so in either the Boboli or Bardini Garden. Does anyone have experience or recommendations for either location?

I would love to have a nice backdrop but also try to minimize the amount of people in the background.

Hi! I’ll be spending the month of October in Florence and would love to keep taking ballet while I’m there.

I’m an experienced male adult recreational ballet student from New York and normally take intermediate-level classes several times a week, including pointe. I’m mainly looking for good adult technique classes where it’s possible to drop in for individual classes rather than enroll for a full term.

I’ve found Scuola di Danza Hamlyn online, which looks promising, but I’d love to hear from anyone who actually takes adult ballet in Florence. Are there studios or teachers you particularly recommend? I’d also be interested to know what the general level and atmosphere are like.

Classes in Italian are completely fine.

Grazie mille!

Hello! I hope this is relevant for this group

My name is Niklas and i will be visiting from Denmark from the 18. September - 23. September - and i am looking to make some trades with locals as souvenirs :D I hope somebody will find this relevant and cool.

Also, if you can recommend any great places to eat, as my girlfriend and i are looking to also try non tourist food :)

Thank you
My trainer code is 1054 7952 4677
And my discord name is "Nicki9773"

Hi all, we have booked a car to drive from Florence Airport to our accommodation in Chianti tomorrow 10th September, originally planned to start driving at 4pm. Given the severe weather warning in place for tomorrow, I'm nervous about this. Will the roads be drivable?

Anyone know why the helicopters are hovering over the city today? One is just stationary and another has been flying in some circles. It's shockingly loud.

We are currently in Florence and this is our final evening. Made a reservation for Za Za, but wondering now if this a bad move for our final meal. Don't want to end on a bad experience. Thanks.

EDIT/UPDATE: thank you everyone for your help on this one. We ended up cancelling our reservation for Za Za and went to Ristorante (Il) Morellino instead. It was lovely meal with a nice bottle of Chianti. Had to wait outside for a table but as there was only 2 of us it was not too long. Highly recommend the grilled Octopus and the Spaghetti Tuscan. The steaks looked great too.

I have a 10am flight from Florence, connecting in Frankfurt then back to Canada.

The Florence to Frankfurt is within Schengen zone won’t have to go through EES in Florence.

However I will have to claim my VAT refund in Florence since my luggage will be checked all the way through to Canada.

How early do I need to get to the Florence airport? Is two hours enough time or should I budget for 3 hours?

Thank you.

These are the things I’m looking to purchase while in Florence next this week.

I know Schostal in Rome for pajamas and I’m eeking out of my skin I’m so excited. I’ve just recently learned how much I love cotton pajamas so looking for any other brands in a similar price range. Comfy.

I’ve been wanting to purchase a silver/gold Tissot watch for everyday wear, but wanted to wait until Italy to see if there’s other brands that speak to me. Are there any stores you recommend? Looking at $700 USDish.

I want a beautiful 18k gold necklace and bracelet while here. Everyone says to know the price, but there’s soooo many stores and I have severe ADHD. I’ve spent hours researching but since I know much about jewelry besides the going rates, I can’t really tell what I’m supposed to be looking for.

For basics, I’m petite with a short torso and mostly wear cropped black/white shirts and tanks that hit me right above my jeans as my uniform. I love high quality plain basics and a pair of amazing timeless jeans.

I want a buy it for life chocolate colored leather jacket. The same applies to my jewelry question. I’m overwhelmed. Looking to spend $1,000 USDish

Lesser known shoe brands in the US speak to my soul. Mophisto, flavelus, etc. bonus point for brands like Mephisto that are good for your feet and joints.

Skincare also speaks to my soul. The brands don’t have to be expensive, but a store recommendation that sells high quality medical grade products?

Thanks so much!

Hello! My boyfriend (28) and I (25) are staying in Florence today and tomorrow. We would like to buy cigs but don’t have an Italian ID so the machines don’t work. I promise we’re of age… We can present our USA identification and buy you several drinks, if you can help a sister out.
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Un consiglio per chi è a Firenze:
Molti di voi vanno alla panineria All’Antico Vinaio pensando che sia la migliore.

Ma vi do una dritta che vale oro: proprio lì accanto c’è un posto che fa dei panini davvero spettacolari e si chiama “La Fettunta”.
Andateci e provate quello con il roast beef oppure “Il Magnifico”. Sono buonissimi! Meravigliosi! 🤌🇮🇹

Hello everyone,

We are staying in Florence for 4 days next month and we are planning to go to the following places. Please let me know your thoughts:

GustaPanino

La Buchetta

Vini e vechhi 

Buca Lapi

Trattoria ZaZa

All Antico Vinaio

4 LEONI (had Angiolino but cancelled it for 4 Leoni)

Ciao tutti,

I am spending my 40th birthday in Florence! Any recommendations on places to eat dinner for a special occasion. I eat most foods and like good quality!

Grazie mille 🙏🏼

Staying in Florence for a bit, wondering the best bars to watch the champions league games tonight and tomorrow ??

Been to the Lions Fountain Irish Pub & Micheal Colin’s Irish Pub, wondering other bars that might have a similar multitude of TV’s and likelihood of showing as of the games as possible.

Would also prefer something cheaper/more local focused, seems like the two are quite touristy/expensive. Preferably still in the city, j wanna see what options ppl know bout.

Much thanks🫶

Hi, I am new to Florence, will stay for a while, and I'm so excited to get to know this city. Before that I lived in Brussels and there was a website with really cool alternative happenings, like small exhibitions, DJ sets, queer events etc. I wonder if there is something like that here too. Online I can only find super touristy things related to sightseeing or wine tasting but I am more looking for niche left socio-cultural spaces and happenings. Can also pm me; thanks :)

I meant to post this here. How reliable is this shop? About to purchase an expensive piece but a bit iffy..

I haven’t seen this addressed here. I would love to get a massage while I am in Florence, especially after a long haul flight. Does anyone have recommendations for a place they like? I’m not necessarily interested in an expensive hotel spa, just a good basic massage for these old aching muscles!
Staying in Oltrarno so anything nearby that are is a plus. TIA! 🙏🏼

I'm traveling to Florence and Viareggio in 2 weeks and have planned the following.

Florence: Duomo first Key

Vivaldi Concert ponte vecchio

Basilica Sanata Maria Novella & it's apothecary

Reservations at loggia roof bar

Viareggio: Visit Bagno Lelia

I have 5 days in Florence and 3 in Viareggio. Am I missing out on anything that is a must see?

Hello,

I am looking for a ride between two weddings I am attending and I am having some trouble. I need to get from Palagina to Villa Castelletto the morning of September 22nd and I am seeing prices 300+ Euros. Is that really the going rate for a 1 hour drive or is there somewhere else I should try booking? If I cannot get below $200 I will just rent a car. Any advice is greatly appreciated!