City break in Florence. Active leisure ideas for Florence - attractions, recreation and nightlife
All sorts of celebrations and festivals remain the main recreational activity that never leaves citizens and visitors of Florence indifferent. Thus, each June here takes place a special annual sporting event titled "Historical football". During the match, the sportsmen are dressed in interesting costumes, and the holiday is something between a sporting event and a costumed show.
Discovering the architecture of Florence from bird's eye view! Florence Cathedral, Basilica of Santa Croce, Palazzo Pitti, Certosa di Firenze, Villa di Castello, all those monuments are defining the image of Florence … Open
Basilica of San Lorenzo, Santa Maria Novella, Palazzo Vecchio, Santissima Annunziata, as well as many others, they all become the world's cultural heritage objects and remain as iconic monuments for Florence … Open
Florence is famous not only for its attractions, museums and rich cultural life but also for excellent conditions for outdoor activities. From the end of May, various open-air swimming pools start to work in the city. Visiting them is a great way to save yourself from the Italian heat. You can also have some workout in the indoor pool under the guidance of experienced instructors at the Club Tropos. For tennis players and fans there are luxurious indoor and outdoor courts. In the A.S. D. Poggetto club, tourists and visitor have the opportunity to play with friends, and also to take lessons from a professional coach.
Florence is the capital of the beautiful and very popular Italian province of Tuscany. This place is situated on the banks of the River Arno. This city has given birth to the Renaissance … Open
Horseriding is one of the most favorite activities among locals and tourists. You can ride along the vicinity of the city, featuring beautiful landscapes. For tourists who have purchased a tour to Tuscany, we offer horse clubs, including Centro Ippico Toscano, Corte Chiarese, I Noccioli. Fans of adrenaline rush and speed can reserve a track at the International Circuit "Mugello"; the trails pass through the picturesque hills. Very exciting adventure awaits for those who decide to do rafting along the Arno River. The Associazione Sportiva Dilettantistica also provides the services of equipment, guide, and instructor. The calm waters of Lake Belanchino attract kayak lovers.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Florence and surroundings
Recommended places for active recreation and leisure in Florence
Harry’s Bar
Where: Lungarno A. Vespucci, 22/r, Florence;
Where: Lungarno A. Vespucci, 22/r, Florence;
Dolce Vita
Where: Piazza del Carmine, 6r, Florence;
Where: Piazza del Carmine, 6r, Florence;
Negroni
Where: Via dei Renai, 17/r, Florence;
Where: Via dei Renai, 17/r, Florence;
Noir
Where: Lungarno Corsini 12-14, Florence;
Where: Lungarno Corsini 12-14, Florence;
Slowly Bar
Where: via Porta Rossa, 63, Florence;
Where: via Porta Rossa, 63, Florence;
Meccanò
Where: Viale degli Olmi - Parco delle Cascine, Florence;
Where: Viale degli Olmi - Parco delle Cascine, Florence;
Tenax
Where: Via Pratese, 46, Florence;
Where: Via Pratese, 46, Florence;
Otel Ristotheatre
Where: via Generale Dalla Chiesa, 9, Florence;
Where: via Generale Dalla Chiesa, 9, Florence;
Universale
Where: Via Pisana 77/r, Florence;
Where: Via Pisana 77/r, Florence;
Reference information
National and city parks around Florence
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona e Campigna' , 44.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’Appennino Tosco-Emiliano' , 102.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’ Arcipelago Toscano' , 140.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona e Campigna' , 44.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’Appennino Tosco-Emiliano' , 102.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’ Arcipelago Toscano' , 140.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Florence
♥ Amusement park 'Cavallino Matto' Castagneto Carducci, 86.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Mirabilandia' Ravenna, 102.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Cavallino Matto' Castagneto Carducci, 86.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Mirabilandia' Ravenna, 102.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Florence
♥ Water park 'Sunpark' Tirrenia, Pisa, 78.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Acquavillage' Cecina, Livorno, 79.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Acquavillage' Follonica, Livorno, 101 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Mirabilandia Beach' Savio, Ravenna, 102.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Sunpark' Tirrenia, Pisa, 78.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Acquavillage' Cecina, Livorno, 79.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Acquavillage' Follonica, Livorno, 101 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Mirabilandia Beach' Savio, Ravenna, 102.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
Michelin-starred restaurants in Florence
♥ Restaurant 'The Fusion Bar & Restaurant' FIRENZE. Type - Fusion. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Il Santo Bevitore' FIRENZE. Type - Tuscan. 0.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Il Santo Graal' Firenze. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'La Leggenda dei Frati' Firenze. Type - Creative. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Il Latini' FIRENZE. Type - Tuscan. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'The Fusion Bar & Restaurant' FIRENZE. Type - Fusion. 0.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Il Santo Bevitore' FIRENZE. Type - Tuscan. 0.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Il Santo Graal' Firenze. Type - Modern cuisine. 0.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'La Leggenda dei Frati' Firenze. Type - Creative. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Il Latini' FIRENZE. Type - Tuscan. 0.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
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Guide to your best city break in Florence - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Florence - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Florence?' disappears immediately.