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Outdoors in Florence
Reviewed by Shelby G.
"My Take: Florence has the reputation for being a European shopping hub and Via dei Cazaiuoli is the reason. Lined with a wide range of stores, cafes, ..." more
Via dei Calzaiuoli
50122 Florence
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Party Earth Review One of Florence’s most famous landmarks, Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) is a structural masterpiece that has been home to merchants and traders since at least 1345 – though the medieval butcher shops have since been replaced by jewelers, art dealers, and souvenir sellers. While hordes of tourists pack Ponte Vecchio during the ... more
Ponte Vecchio
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Reviewed by Emilia G.
"My Take: Piazza Beccaria, one of the less touristy piazzas in Florence, is a fairly large piazza just outside of the historical center of the city. Th ..." more
Piazza Beccaria
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Party Earth Review Perched atop a hill on the south side of the Arno, Piazzale Michelangelo offers a breathtakingly expansive view of Florence, making it a popular spot for residents and tourists alike. The front of the Piazzale looks out over the Palazzo Vecchio, Duomo, and beyond to the hills of Fiesole. Though the place is usually over ... more
Piazzale Michelangelo
50122 Florence
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Party Earth Review A charming square with lots of personality – and refreshingly removed from the main tourist areas – Piazza Santo Spirito is a popular hangout for Italians of all ages. What differentiates this square from others in the city is the more bohemian crowd it attracts and that generally gathers on the steps of the basilica to ... more
Piazza Santo Spirito
50125 Florence
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Reviewed by Stefano V.
"If you're here, it means you are able to travel back in time and you can see the majesty of one of the Italian Renaissance center. After admiring the ..." more
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Party Earth Review A massive stone piazza that stretches from the steps of the Basilica Santa Croce to the street, Piazza Santa Croce is a refreshing open area featuring beautiful frescoes, an impressive statue of Dante Alighieri, and plenty of renaissance Florentine architecture, all of which can be admired from the scattered stone benches ... more
Piazza Santa Croce
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Party Earth Review The Chianti region, located about twenty miles south of Florence, is a beautiful area famous for its red wines and picturesque panoramas and makes for a wonderful day trip away from the city. The region contains numerous vineyards, both world-renowned and underground, where visitors can take tours and sample different wines ... more
South of Florence
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Reviewed by Shelby G.
"My Take: San Lorenzo market is one of the more touristy spots in Florence, offering a number of street vendors who are selling an assortment of items ..." more
Piazza del Mercato Centrale
50123 Florence
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Party Earth Review One of the most famous gardens in the world, Boboli sits on a picturesque hill overlooking the south of Florence and is an incredible place to spend an afternoon. A short uphill trek at the entrance leads to some breathtaking views of the city, while further along visitors will find lush grassy areas and private nooks ... more
Piazza de' Pitti, 1
50125 Florence
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Party Earth Review Overlooking the skyline of Florence is Fiesole, a small hill town that offers some of the most breathtaking views of the city at sunset. A quick bus trip lets passengers out at Piazza Garibaldi, from where they need only follow the signs up Via San Francesco. Although the ten-minute walk is a bit steep, trekkers are rewarded ... more
Piazza Garibaldi
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Reviewed by Kayla D.
"While leaving in Firenze, I decided to spend three days at varying times, in Piazza della Repubblica. This is what I discovered. Day 1-While the Piaz ..." more
50123 Florence, Italy
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Florence Outdoors Overview
Florence is one of the most beautiful cities in the world – so why would anyone want to be inside all the time? Well, they wouldn’t, which is why there are tons of great outdoor activities and events all over the city.
First off, there are the plazas (piazzas in Italian). These outdoor meeting spots are the focal points of Florence social life. People come to meet up with friends, start off their evenings by popping into some cafés for a little aperitivo, and then head out for a full night of bar-hopping. One of the best and most famous squares is Piazza Santa Croce. The piazza is considered the true heart of the city and the main launching point for any number of outdoor activities in Florence.
One of the best Florence outdoor activities, though, is actually not in Florence. Instead, just outside of the city is the famed Chianti Region where some of the greatest wine in the world is bottled on a daily basis. Touring the wineries is an excellent reason to get outside.
For great outdoor events in Florence there are myriad festivals all throughout the year. For starters, there is Carnevale, which is the enormous celebration leading up to Lent. Then there’s St. John the Baptist day every June 24th, which commemorates the patron saint of Florence with extravagant fireworks displays. But for something really cool that’s actually in Siena, an hour south of Florence, is the Palio horse race. This annual celebration takes place inside the Piazza del Campo and pits different Siena neighborhoods against each other in a cramped race that’s been run for over 300 years.
Finally, no outdoor excursion in Florence would be complete without a trip to the Boboli Gardens, where majestic sculptures mix with one of the best views of the entire metropolis.
More Things to Do in Florence
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May 2–Jun 25, 2013
Maggio Musicale Florentino Festival 76
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Jun 18–21, 2013
Pitti Immagine Uomo 2013 (Florence Fash...
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Jul 2 and Aug 16, 2013
Palio di Siena 2013
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Museo dell'Opera del Duomo
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Basilica of Santa Maria del Santo Spirito
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