Villa Bardini Florence
Art, fresh air and a view
Even if you are visiting Florence in the winter, this is a must to see! So getting out of the city center with a 10-minute walk can be a good idea. A lot of people out for a view go to Piazzale Michelangelo - it is amazing, but nothing like Villa Bardini's view. Be careful to put on running shoes: it's all uphill to get there, but it will be worth it.
Built in 1641 it is now a museum and well-known for its breath-taking garden that can be visited by the public. Inside the Villa there is also one star Michelin restaurant "La leggenda dei Frati" that during the summer also has tables outside. Every few months the exhibition in the villa changes, so go to the site to see what is currently on show.
In the months of April and May one of the most famous plants of wisteria in Florence blooms in the garden, which creates a tunnel overlooking the city. It's a once-in-a-lifetime experience if you are in town during those months. There is also a bar where you can get a coffee or spritz under an antic portico. Everything here is magic, so allow yourself a good hour to take a seat on the grass and admire the plants and view.
Find your way with 108 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters
Nice place right!? There’s so much more to discover:
Discover all other hidden gems in Florence
Piccola Farmacia Letteraria
A different bookshop
"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!
by
Laura
Scala
Pesci Che Volano
The Magic of Flying Fishes
The garments at Pesci Che Volano are meticulously crafted by hand, embracing small-scale production and handmade textiles from natural fabrics...
by
Matilde
Ceseri
Il Vecchio E Il Mare
Best Pizza In Florence?
Their pizzas are nothing short of incredible, thanks to a carefully crafted dough left to rise for 36 hours. But remember to save room for dessert!
by
Matilde
Ceseri
Cantina Pacini
Wine & oil from the neighbourhood
"Cantina Pacini": a wine and oil shop (est. 1935) in Florence I like to visit. If you're lucky, you'll be visiting when they have fresh oil from the mill.
by
Francesco
Cipriani
Babae
A restaurant with a "buchetta del vino"
"Babae" in Florence is a restaurant with an ancient 'buchetta del vino', a traditional wine window used to offer wine to wayfarers. It's beautiful inside!
by
Laura
Scala
La Raccolta
My first organic shop
"La Raccolta" was the firs natural foods shop and café that I found in Florence and still I love. The bakery is probably my favorite part of this shop...
by
Veronica
Rodriguez
Caffè Lietta
A cozy caffè!
"Caffè Lietta" in Piazza della Libertà in Florence has delicious cakes & you can even find a bunch of flowers inside. It's just really relaxing & cozy...
by
Laura
Scala
Banki Ramen
Italian ramen bar
Everybody knows "Banki Ramen" in Florence. This Japanese/Italian restaurant seems really cheap, as if stuck in the '80s, but the food wins everyone over!
by
Laura
Scala
Caffè del Verone
A balcony over Florence
"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!
by
Laura
Scala
Heading to Florence?
108 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
... for just €9.99
✓ 0 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
✓ 108 Insider Tips
✓ Escape the Crowds
✓ Find Spots nearby
✓ Authentic Stories
... for just €9.99
City guides by those who know the city in and out!
Our Locals' Favorite Art & culture
Our team loves Florence
Get to know our other Spotters from Florence
As featured on:
