31/07/2026
☀️August can be very hot in Florence, but if you’ve chosen to spend a few days here, don’t worry—we have plenty of tips to help you enjoy the city.
Start your day early, when the streets are quieter and temperatures are pleasant. During the hottest hours, relax in one of our cool, air-conditioned apartments before heading out again in the evening.
At sunset, enjoy an aperitivo with a view. Take bus 12 to Piazzale Michelangelo for Florence’s iconic skyline, or bus 7 to Fiesole and discover the new overlooking an authentic Roman Theatre from the 1st century BC.
As the sun goes down, stroll through the historic center. Summer evenings are magical, with street musicians often performing in the city’s beautiful squares.
If you’d like to stay cool during the day, here are a few ideas:
☀️Visit a museum. Florence has much more to offer than the Uffizi and the Accademia. If you’ve already seen the classics, discover one of its hidden gems. On Sunday, August 2, Palazzo Davanzati, a beautifully preserved medieval tower house, offers free admission.
☀️See an exhibition. Don’t miss the acclaimed Rothko exhibition , open for just a few more days.
☀️Go rafting on the Arno. Paddle beneath Ponte Vecchio for one of Florence’s most refreshing experiences
☀️Go shopping. Via Tornabuoni, Via Calzaiuoli, Borgo San Jacopo, and Via della Vigna Nuova are all nearby and perfect for shopping—especially during the summer sales.
🍷Take a Chianti day trip. Many local tours combine the Tuscan countryside with wine tastings.
☀️Spend the day by the pool. Florence has several excellent pools and wellness centers. Just ask us for our recommendations.
☀️Watch a movie. In Piazza Strozzi, a former cinema now home to a beautiful bookstore often screens films in their original language.
And if you’re looking for something refreshing while exploring the city, grab an Aperol Spritz from one of Florence’s historic wine windows or treat yourself to what we think is the best granita in town