Florence

Some of my favourite spots in the city are saved on the map!

Cafes & Gelato

Todo Modo - One of my favourite cafes to do work in Florence! It’s also a bookshop. The only shame is that they only have indoor seating.

Ditta - Another laptop friendly cafe. There are a few branches in the city. Good vibes and good coffee!

Shake Café - Also a laptop friendly cafe. It’s really not as easy as you think to find a cafe with good wifi in Florence!

Vivoli - Hands down the best affogato in Florence! Period!

La Cité - This is one of my fav cafes on the other side of the river. You will find many students hanging out here. A very cute and cosy spot!

Gelateria Della Passera - The best gelato in Florence! They never missed!!!

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Caffè Gilli - A romantic & classy spot in the centre of the city. I have to be honest though, the drinks are a bit overpriced, but the location and the building are top notch!

Restaurants

La Bottega Bordo’ - Our favourite restaurant in Florence. It’s slightly out of the way but it’s definitely worth the journey! If you are also visiting the cute village Fiesole, make sure you stop by here for a pizza/pasta. And most importantly, the desserts!!

Vini E Vecchi Sapori - A hidden gem in the city. It’s easily missed when you walk past. Make sure you try the pasta and the raspberry tiramisu! *chef kissed

Trattoria Zà Zà - Probably one of the most well-known restaurants in Florence. We get the hype, because we had one of the best florentine steaks, and not to mention the truffle cream pasta! Heaven!!! (Definitely need to book in advance)

Things to do

Numeroventi Design Residency - A beautiful building filled with art and food. They do breakfast too! It’s a shame I didn't get to try it.

Cinque Terre - The famous five old fishing villages located by the coast. Taking a day trip here from Florence (or Pisa) is a must! Very unique and beautiful. You can even jump in the sea if it’s hot enough.

Piazzale Michelangelo - Perfect spot to gaze over the whole city! My fav activity on a sunny day was to get a gelato from Gelateria Della Passera then walk up to the Piazza to watch the sunset.

Fiesole - A very cute town located high on a hill, about 3 miles outside of Florence. It’s easy to get to by taking the number 7 bus from the city centre.