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The Gems of Florence

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The best spots to hit in Florence, a city known for it's beauty and authenticity
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Cafes

Some hidden gems for great coffee and great pastries!!

 
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My favorite cafe in Florence. It's a pastry shop and cafe, and they have the most beautiful garden hidden in the back! The pastries are the best I've had so far in the city center
Fedora Cafe
 
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THE BEST CINNAMON ROLLS YOU WILL EVER EAT IN YOUR LIFE
Wild Buns Bakery
 
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One of the absolute best cafes and bakeries around Florence. A daily staple of mine has been the prosciutto salatini!! Unbelievably delicious!
Pasticceria Nencioni
 
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A beautiful cafe with an old-timey feel. Amazing coffee and vibe!
Caffè Gilli
 
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THE BEST CINNAMON ROLLS IN THE WORLD
Melaleuca Florence

Museums

Some of the most beautiful depictions of history throughout the city, including a few hidden gems!!

 
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One of the most beautiful art museums in the ENTIRE world
The Uffizi Gallery
 
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An absolutely beautiful Renaissance royal palace museum with the Boboli gardens in the back, an unbeatable view
Palazzo Pitti
 
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A beautiful palace that was designed for the Medici family with an art museum!
Palazzo Medici Riccardi
 
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A beautiful hidden gem with frescoes by Andrea del Sarto, definitely worth visiting!
Cloister of the Scalzo
 
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A beautiful museum that used to be a 15th century orphanage. A very emotionally moving place
Museo degli Innocenti
 
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A must see inn Florence with beautiful marble and stone work
Medici Chapel
 
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A hidden gem to pop your head into!
Basilica di Santa Trinita

Sandwiches

Absolutely jaw-dropping amazing sandwiches that you'll dream about for the rest of your life. No joke.

 
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This is the best schiacciata you will ever eat in your life. I saw this with every fiber of my being, the world stopped spinning as I ate my sandwich.
Schiacciateria De' Neri
 
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There's a reason why he was able to open a shop in LA… they are some of the best sandwiches you'll eat in Florence!!! Grazie Pino!
Pino's Sandwiches
 
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Their Only Fans sandwich is the best sandwich I've had in my life. I'm not exaggerating.
Schiaccia Passera
 
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$5 sandwiches that are honestly incredible. Ask for recommendations and you won't be wronged.
Il Bufalo Trippone

Dinner Spots

Food is a love language in Florence, and good food is the best way to connect with the community

 
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HIGHLY RECOMMEND. The best pizza you will eat. A combination of Napoli and Florence, you know you're getting the best there is. This without a doubt beats every single pizza I have ever eaten, and will ever eat.
'A Puteca - Napoli a Firenze
 
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The best pappardelle al cinghiale and tiramisu you'll have in Florence. The limoncello is also made in house!!
Trattoria l'Oriuolo Firenze
 
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One of the best steaks you will EVER eat!!!
Ristorante La Grotta Toscana
 
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Get the cacio e pepe, there's a reason that's their restaurant name. The pizza is delicious too!
Ristorante Cacio E Pepe

Drinks!!!

Some gems for fun drinks and beautiful views

 
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A super cute place to get fancy drinks!
Rifrullo Firenze
 
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A gorgeous hotel with one of the best rooftop bars in Florence, just look at that view!!
The Social Hub Florence Lavagnini

Leather Shops

My favorite leather shops amongst the not so great quality ones

 
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My favorite leather shop in Florence. The owners are amazing and so knowledgeable! They also do embossing/stamping included in the price!
TornaBuoni