On Sunday, dive into the atmosphere of a traditional Tuscan market, featuring local crafts, antiques, vintage items, food, and much more.
When: from 8 AM to 8 PM
To celebrate the annual feast of Saint Anne, Florence’s patron saint, the Mezzanine Room of Palazzo Vecchio will be open to the public.
Among other artworks, it houses Orcagna’s fresco — a rare visual testimony of the historical event that inspired the special tribute Florentines dedicate to this saint.
Want to admire Florence from above and discover hidden viewpoints of the city?
Explore the city’s towers, gates, and fortresses — like Porta San Frediano, Torre della Zecca, Torre San Niccolò, and Fortezza da Basso — to learn more about how Florence has grown and changed over time.
More info: www.musefirenze.it
Besides being one of the best panoramic spots in the city, it’s also the final stop of the Vasari Corridor — originally built to connect Palazzo Vecchio with Palazzo Pitti and the Boboli Gardens through a series of passageways, bridges, and gardens.
A must-visit to enjoy the view (and maybe stop by the café), as well as check out the exhibitions and concerts held inside.
Apriti Cinema – Enjoy free open-air screenings in the courtyard of Palazzo Pitti every night at 9:45 PM.
Program: estatefiorentina.it
Cinema in Manifattura – A summer series at Manifattura Tabacchi with premieres, cult classics, kids’ movies, documentaries, and films in original languages with Italian subtitles — every evening!
Tickets and info: liveticket.it/stensen
Cinema nel Chiostro – Every evening in the courtyard of the former Sant’Orsola convent, enjoy films in their original language in collaboration with Spazio Alfieri.
More info: santorsola.marte
Cinema in Villa – Villa Bardini hosts one of the most scenic outdoor cinemas in Italy, on its amazing terrace overlooking Florence.
Info: villabardini.it/cinema2025
The famous summer festival at the Roman Theater of Fiesole is back, with music, theater, performances, and concerts in a magical setting.
Info: bitconcerti.it/estate-fiesolana
The city is buzzing with thousands of events — music, literature, theater, dance, cinema, and more — all under this year’s motto: How alive the city is!
More info: estatefiorentina.it
Parco dei Renai is once again hosting the traditional beer festival, with a full schedule of events.
It’s a journey through the culture of one of the oldest drinks in the world, with the chance to taste craft beers, local brews, organic beers, and zero-mile (locally sourced) options.
With summer in full swing, lots of cool outdoor spots are opening up. For this weekend, here are a few we recommend:
Lumen – A beautiful green space with tons of activities.
Schedule: lumen.fi.it
Ultravox at Le Cascine – Perfect for grabbing a drink, some food, and enjoying great live music.
Info: ultravoxfirenze.it
Instabile – A creative space full of culture in motion, with food, art, theater, and music.
More info: instabilefirenze.it
Note:
In August there will be no weekly tips — most markets are on break and there are only a few events!
See you in September with fresh recommendations ❤️💃
