Till 1750 in Florence we were celebrating New Year on day March, 25th and not January, 1st. Nowadays we call it traditional Florentine New Year (Capodanno Fiorentino). It coincided with feast of the Annunciation,[…]
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PALLOTTOLE SQUARE
Strolling central streets of Florence, you can find a small square close to the Cathedral, named Pallottole square – Piazza delle Pallottole. In fourteenth-century Florence the term “pallottole” (bullets) obviously did not have its[…]
BRUNELLESCHI’S DOME
Brunelleschi’s aesthetic achievement is known to the whole world through countless travel posters. The dome has come to symbolise the city of Florence, an instantly recognisable landmark, rising above a sea of red terracotta[…]
SANTA TRINITA DISTRICT
The Palazzo Masetti overlooks the Ponte Santa Trinità bridge, the most graceful of all Arno bridges. Some of the original masonry was recovered from the river after 1944, and the quarries of the Boboli[…]
Exhibition of Korean artist Park Eun Sun
Exhibition of Korean artist Park Eun Sun DATES: from July 20th to September 18th 2016 WHERE: Various places in the City The Korean artist Park Eun Sun, who lives and works in Pietrasanta, is[…]
Apriti Cinema! Free movies open-air
You’ve probably already seen that like every year in the square called Piazza Santissima Annunziata (few minutes far walking from the Duomo!) there is a nice area dedicated to international cinema!
The festival APRITI CINEMA!, now in its fifth year, aims for Estate Fiorentina 2016 fest a vast and heterogeneous billboard characterized by the most acclaimed films of the festival called: 50 days of international cinema, the Eastern Spring, the Fiesole Award for Masters of Cinema, the Balkan Florence Express , the Travel Festival. These will support several special events organized by the Milan Fashion Film Festival and the British Council, representing the novelty of 2016.
June 11 to July 9
in: Piazza Santissima Annunziata
h: 21.30
Aperitifs in Villa Bardini “Sorsi di musica” (Sips of music)
Here are all the appointments until August 2016 for the aperitifs with concerts in Villa Bardini From 04/05/2016 to 02/08/2016 Villa Bardini address: Costa San Giorgio, 2 bardinipeyron.it Cost of the ticket with aperitif =[…]
“Guarda Firenze” Race and Mothers’ Day on 8th May
This Sunday is special for 2 reasons: it’s Mother’s day and there is the important race called “Guarda Firenze” the second longest running race in Florence, and one of the many important events organized by[…]
A new apartment for your holidays in historical centre of Florence !!!
The apartment is located in the historical centre of Florence, a few meters away from San Lorenzo central market, the church of San Lorenzo and the famous Medici Chapels. The apartment with about 70 square[…]
Visit the markets of Florence!
One of Florence’s treasures are its traditional markets offering typical leather goods, products of Tuscan cuisine and souvenirs of all kinds. Do not miss the chance to visit the markets of Florence! Mercato di San[…]
<3 Valentine's Day in Florence <3
Some studies say that those who celebrate Valentine’s Day in Florence will be 30% of people of all ages, the highest peak (32%) the age group between 25 and 34 years. 60% of the Tuscan[…]
Guided tour along the terraces of the Duomo
A guided tour along the terraces of the Duomo of Florence… Walk 30 meters up and all the beauties of this city will be revealed, such as the beautiful marble decorations of the majestic Cathedral[…]
From Kandinsky to Pollock exhibit in Florence
After the exhibition “Divine Beauty” (from 24 September 2015 to 24 January 2016) – you probably remember our previous post (https://loveflorenceitaly.com/i-love/divine-beauty-exhibition/) – Palazzo Strozzi is preparing another new important exhibit for us: “From Kandinsky to[…]
Artisanal Chocolate Fair in Florence
For the delight of children and adults the Artisanal Chocolate Fair, a traditional event which features chocolate, will start from 12 to 21 February 2016, in the magical city of Florence. As every year, the[…]
Florence Light Festival (F-Light) 2015
Florence Light Festival (F-Light) 2015 is back again this year! The festival for the fourth year brings the magic of lighting technology in the major historical sites of the city, with installations and exhibitions, as[…]
Christmas decorations
It’s Christmas Time in Florence and everywhere, so we couldn’t skip Christmas decorations in our office! La Navidad no es solo abrir regalos, es abrir nuestros corazones! Natale non è tanto aprire i regali quanto[…]
What to do in Florence in December?
You will probably ask yourself what to do in Florence in December, we are going to help you out with some suggestions… The Christmas atmosphere is spreading around during these days. In fact, at the[…]
Traditional Christmas Market (Weihnachtsmarkt)
Christmas is near and we can’t miss the traditional Christmas market (Weihnachtsmarkt) in Piazza Santa Croce in Florence! This year it will be from the 2nd until the 20th of December! It is inspired by[…]
Firenze Marathon on 29th November 2015
About the Firenze Marathon Firenze Marathon on 29th November 2015 is considered the second main Italian marathon (after Rome), and among the 20 most important marathons in the world. This 42-kilometer route takes runners through[…]
Pope Francis driving down Via Cavour in Florence
Pope Francis is in Florence right now! See our first video on Facebook: Il primo video della visita del Pontefice a Firenze in occasione del quinto Convegno Ecclesiale Nazionale. Benvenuto Papa Francesco a Firenze è[…]