» Sporting Events: Calcio in Costume - medieval soccer match played by tough guys in traditional medieval garb, Fiorentina football matches - watch the local soccer club compete in Italy's top soccer championship, Florence Marathon held every year in November

» Cultural Events: Art Galleries and Museums, Shopping, traditional festivals feast of St John, The Scoppio del Carro, Maggio Musicale Fiorentino in May, Open Air Opera etc.

» Nightlife: Irish pubs in Florence, English language cinemas, Romantic Restaurants, Clubs etc.

» Business: International exhibitions and world summits, Pitti Fairs and Dates, medical exhibitions in Florence etc.

Florence was once the centre of the universe thanks to the illustrious period of the Renaissance. The city which gave us Michelangelo and some of the finest architecture in the world has since taken on a new importance.
Having become one of the most succesful leading post war cities in Italy, Florence is a fine example of a booming modern city and offers both it's residents and visitors a fantastic choice of things to do and see.

Language Spoken

Italian is the primary language. However, as the former capital city of Italy and the home of Dante Alighieri Florence has a very cosmopolitan atmosphere. English is widely understood although some Florentines would prefer if you at least tried to speak some of their language!

Shopping hours

Monday 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Tuesday to Saturday 9:30 am to 7:00 pm

Time Zone

Greenwich Mean Time +1 hour - Central European Time

Public Holidays