Rick Steves Walking Tours: Free! You can download on your phone and explore all the sites Florence has to offer. Our favorite is the Renaissance Walk - great way to learn the city's history.

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (The Duomo): The heart of Florence; climb Giotto’s Bell Tower or Brunelleschi’s Dome for city views.

Uffizi Gallery: Home to Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli and Da Vinci.

Galleria dell'Accademia: Houses Michelangelo’s original David statue.

Ponte Vecchio: Historic bridge lined with jewelry shops.

Piazzale Michelangelo: The best panoramic sunset views of Florence.

Palazzo Vecchio & Piazza della Signoria: Open-air museum of statues.

Vintage Fiat 500 Wine Tours: A charming guided experience through the countryside in a classic vintage Fiat 500, combining scenic drives with curated wine tastings at local vineyards.

La Giostra: Fan favorite owned by quirky, Prince Dimitri Habsburg-Lorraine. Amazing ambiance and great food - perfect setting for lingering dinners, good company and conversation.

Buca Lapi : One of Florence's oldest restaurant, surrounded by happy folk and great Florentina steak.

Parione: A historic trattoria located in a 14th-century building in the heart of Florence's historic center. Known for their Tuscan classics, wine and cozy vibes.

I Fratellini: THE BEST sandwich shop. No seating, just a window to order sandwiches and glass of wine for you to enjoy on the street. Worth the long line, we promise!

Osteria Belle Donne: One of the MANY wine windows around historic Florence. Great for a wine, beer or spritz on the go.

Enoteca Zanobini: A small historic wine shop and bar in the heart of Florence, active since 1944. Great great prices ... $3 pours that taste like a $18 glass of wine. Highly recommend!

La Sorbettiera: The best gelato shop. Creamy and homemade on-site. Perfection.

Malenchini Wine Estate – located at our wedding venue, offering wine and olive oil tastings.

Casa Emma – amazing vineyard views with a great patio for tasting.

Castello di Verrazzano – one of the most famous wineries in Chianti. Excellent cellar tours, vineyard views and long wine-paired lunches. A great option for first-time Tuscany visitor.

Montefioralle Winery – small, small family-run Chianti Classico winery in Tuscany. Amazin views of the town of Greve.

Greve: The unofficial capital of Chianti. Great central square, wine bars, leather shops and easy winery access.

Panzano: Known for incredible food and vineyard views. Perfect lunch destination.

Castellina in Chianti: Medieval hill town with beautiful stone streets and the historic Rocca di Castellina in Chianti.