"Piccola Farmacia Letteraria" in Florence is a small bookshop run by Elena which everyone, including me, describes as special. Go there & then for a beer!

"Caffè del Verone" in Florence is literally on the balcony where they'd hang the clothes when this place was an orphanage. But what a view and atmosphere!

"Libreria XXVII Aprile" Florence isn't fancy, and you're not going to find any new releases in this book shop. But if you're a true bookworm, buckle up...

"Cenacolo di Ognissanti" is just the place for you if you're in Florence and love art. This is a masterpiece that most tourists (or locals!) don't see...

"Todo Modo" is an independent bookshop in Florence. It's possible to find both new & second-hand books there, and they also have a great café! Recommended.

"Cinema Odeon" Florence is one of the few surviving old-fashioned cinemas in the city. It's beautiful and also plays films in their original language.