Ciao, mercoledì 21/5 sarò con dei colleghi a Firenze e ci piacerebbe cenare e guardare la finale di Europa League.
Conoscete un pub o ristorante in zona centro/lungo Arno che suggerite e che magari accetta prenotazioni?
Ciao!

Hey everyone, I’m going to Firenze this June with my family (parents in the 50s and me and my sister in our mid 20s).
These are the restaurants that have caught my attention the most:

• Trattoria Za Za
• Osteria Santo Spiritu
• Osteria delle Tre Panche
• La Giostra
• Cibreo
• Osteria Pastella

Which one is an absolutely must? Please help me out ranking or reviewing these places, we only would have two or three days to dine out.

Hey everyone, I’m going to Firenze this June with my family (parents in the 50s and me and my sister in our mid 20s).
These are the restaurants that have caught my attention the most:

• Trattoria Za Za
• Osteria Santo Spiritu
• Osteria delle Tre Panche
• La Giostra
• Cibreo
• Osteria Pastella

Which one is an absolutely must? Please help me out ranking or reviewing these places, we only would have two or three days to dine out.

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Hi all,
I’m heading to Florence via Milan shortly and was hoping for a review of my itinerary. I have a relatively short stay there - and the weather in February is not looking great - but I’d like to maximise my time with a focus on food, culture, history and a pleasant, local style night life.
Also, in regards to restaurants, is it necessary to book ahead? I’m expecting it to be quiet in February but would not want to be disappointed. I’ve attached a list of restaurants at the end too if anyone wants to pick some top, yet not super expensive picks from there.
Itinerary:
SUNDAY ** - [ ] **11:00 AM: Leave Hostel for Milano Centrale - [ ] 12:10 PM: Train to Florence (BOOKED) - [ ] 2:04 PM: Arrive in Florence, check into hostel - [ ] Afternoon: Lunch at All’Antico Vinaio - [ ] 3:30-5:15 PM: Uffizi Gallery (BOOKED) - [ ] 6:00 PM: Sunset at Piazza Michelangelo (if possible) - [ ] Evening: Explore Santo Spirito and San Frediano neighborhoods - [ ] Dinner: Borgo Antico, Osteria Santo Spirito, Il Santo Bevitore, or Giovanni - [ ] Night: Return to hostel, socialize at Santa Croce or San Spirito
MONDAY - [ ] Morning: Breakfast at La Managere - [ ] 11:30 AM: Visit Baptistery - [ ] 12:45 PM: Dome pass - [ ] 1:30 PM: Explore museum etc. - [ ] Afternoon: Lunch at I Fratellini - [ ] Explore: Ponte Vecchio bridge, Piazza della Signoria - [ ] Evening: Gelato at recommended spot - [ ] Night: Explore Oltrarno neighborhoods, dinner at recommended restaurants
TUESDAY - [ ] 10:45 AM: Galleria dell’Accademia (BOOKED) - [ ] Morning: Try Lampredotto at San Lorenzo Market - [ ] Afternoon: Visit Palazzo Vecchio (BOOK TICKETS) - [ ] Night: GUSTAPIZZA for late-night pizza
WEDNESDAY * - [ ] **Lunch: Big steak lunch at Trattoria Mario (book in advance) - [ ] Alternative: Try Trattoria Za Za - [ ] Afternoon: Return to Milan - [ ] 3:55 PM: Train from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Milano Centrale (BOOKED) - [ ] Evening: Transfer to Malpensa Airport
Note: - Train tickets are booked for specified times. - Activities and dining options are recommended but subject to personal preference and availability.
Restaurant and Bars List Florence Le Volpi e l'Uva · Piazza dei Rossi, 1R, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy Gustapizza · Via Maggio, 46r, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy La Buchetta Food & Wine Restaurant · Via dei Benci, 3, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Il Latini · Via dei Palchetti, 6R, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Osteria Santo Spirito · Piazza Santo Spirito, 16/R, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy Trattoria Zà Zà · Piazza del Mercato Centrale, 26r, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Il Santo Bevitore · Via Santo Spirito, 64r, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy Trattoria Giovanni · Via Sant'Agostino, 38 Rosso, 50124 Firenze FI, Italy
Enoteca 4 Leoni · Via dello Sprone, 15/r, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy La Fettunta · Via dei Neri, 72r, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Trattoria Sergio Gozzi · Piazza di San Lorenzo, 8R, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Gelateria dei Neri · Via dei Neri, 9/11R, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Rinascente Firenze · Piazza della Repubblica, 4, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Bambi Trippa e Lampredotto · Mercato Centrale, Via dell'Ariento, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy

Gelato

• Terra - Via Vitruvio, 38, 20124 Milano MI, Italy
• Gelato Fatto Con Amore - Corso Magenta, 30, 20121 Milano MI, Italy
• Terra - Via Losanna, 46, 20154 Milano MI, Italy
• My Sugar - Via de' Ginori, 49/red, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy (Wednesday-Sunday only)
• La Strega Nocciola Gelateria Artigianale - Via Ricasoli, 16R, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
• Sweet Life Ice Cream Shop (Tuesdays only) - Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 270, 00186 Rome Italy
• La Gelateria Frigidarium - Via del Governo Vecchio 112, 00186 Rome Italy
• Gelateria S.M.Maggiore - Via Cavour 93a-95 Near Santa Maria Maggiore Bascilica, 00184 Rome Italy

Bistecca alla Fiorentina

• La Buchetta Food & Wine restaurant - Via De' Benci 3/3a, 50122, Florence Italy
• Trattoria Mario - Via Rosina 2r, 50123, Florence Italy

Ossobuco e Risotto alla Milanese

• L'Immagine Ristorante Bistrot - Via Varesina 61, 20156 Milan Italy
• Risoelatte - Via Camperio 6, 20123 Milan Italy
• Osteria Alla Grande - Via delle Forze Armate 405, 20152 Milan Italy

Cotoletta alla milanese

• Osteria Brunello - Corso Giuseppe Garibaldi 117, 20121 Milan Italy

Panettone

• Pasticceria Giacomo - Via Pasquale Sottocorno 5, 20129 Milan Italy

Pizza

• Pizza E mozzarella - Via del Piè di Marmo 32, 00186 Rome Italy
• Pizza Florida - Via Florida 25, 00186 Rome Italy
• Mister pizza - Via Pietrapiana 82R, 50121, Florence Italy
• Slice Milano - Via Giovanni Gherardini, 2, 20145 Milano MI, Italy

Lasagne

• Ragu - Via Goito, 9b 40126 Bologna BO

Focaccia

• I' Girone De' Ghiotti - Via Dei Cimatori 23 Rosso, 50122, Florence Italy
• Salumeria Verdi - Via Giuseppe Verdi 36, 50122, Florence Italy

Caprese Salad

• La Cicala e La Formica - Via Leonina 17 metro B, 00184 Rome Italy

Tortellini/Ravioli

• Le Sfogline - Via Belvedere 7B, 40121, Bologna Italy
• Osteria dell'Orsa - Via Mentana 1, 40126, Bologna Italy

Cannoli

• La Cannoleria Siciliana - Piazza Dei Re di Roma 10, 00183 Rome Italy
• Pasticceria Valzani SNC - Via del Moro 37 A/B Piazza Santa Maria in Trastevere, 00153 Rome ItalyBombolone
• I Dolci Di Nonna Vincenza - Via Dell'Arco del Monte 98a Vicino Campo de Fiori, 00186 Rome Italy

Gnocchi (and more)

• Ristorante Galleria - Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II 75, 20121 Milan Italy
• Ristorante Da Oscar - Via Lazzaro Palazzi 4 Via Lazzaro Palazzi 4, 20124, Milan, Lombardy, 20124 Milan Italy
• Il Pasto Giusto Gnoccheria - Via Bruno Cesana 10, 20132 Milan ItalyPane al Pane Vino al Vino - Via Alessandro Tadino 48, 20124 Milan Italy

Bombolone

• Bar Pasticceria Cucciolo - Via del Corso 25r, Florence Italy

Tiramisu

• Osteria Giglio d'oro - Via Dei Servi 51/r, 50122, Florence Italy
• Mr. 100 Tiramisu - Via Dei Sediari 11/12 (100mt from Piazza Navona), 00186 Rome Italy
• Tiramisù Roma Trastevere - Via di San Francesco a Ripa 29, 00153 Rome Italy

Calamari

• Tira e Molla - Via Enna 2, 00182 Rome Italy
• Grazia & Graziella - Piazza Scipione Ammirato, 7, 00179 Rome Italy

Spagehetti (carbonara)

• Che Pasta! - Via di S.Agostino, 16, 00186 Rome Italy
• Nannarella - Piazza di San Calisto 7/7A, 00153 Rome Italy

Coffee and bakeries

• Bar Fondi - Via Milazzo 16, 00185 Rome Italy
• Marchesi 1824 - Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II In Galleria da Prada, 20121 Milan Italy
• Loste Cafè - Via Francesco Guicciardini 3, 20129 Milan Italy

I was in Italy for three weeks this summer (July 14th to August 5th), and it was an absolutely incredible experience. This was my first real, extended solo trip, and I was pretty worried about a lot of things that never materialized at all.
For context, I'm a 28 year-old man from the US and I'm of Indian heritage (i.e. not white).
PREPARATION
I forced myself to be as minimalist as possible on this trip. To that end, I bought a Cotopaxi Allpa 42L as my only travel bag, and then resisted every impulse I had for "just in case" items.
The backpack itself was great! The back straps fold into the bag to make it easy to stow in overhead bins on planes and trains and there were a ton of pockets for organization so you don't have to open the entire bag each time you need something. The clamshell design made it really easy to pack. My only two complaints were:

• The water bottle sleeve is really poorly designed. It doesn't fit a normal sized water bottle, and it's impossible to put something in it without putting the whole bag down.
• The bag is not meant for long-distance carrying. It's good for train-station-to-hostel jaunts; it is not good for carrying around on checkout day.

As far as packing goes, here are a list of the most useful things I brought:

• Portable battery.
• Pathwater bottle! Bought it at the airport and carried it through 8 cities.
• Collapsible daypack.
• A good sun hat.
• Sunscreen.
• Lock (for the hostel lockers).
• Universal adapter.
• Rick Steves' Guidebook and his audio tours.
• Google Maps.
• Shower slippers

SAFETY
Literally nothing happened to me. I took basic precautions against pickpocketing and petty crime, but there wasn't a single time where I felt unsafe (and I spent a lot of time walking around drunk at 4 AM). No one harassed me and I didn't experience any racism. Italian people are super nice and very helpful.
CITIES
Milan (1 night) Lodging: Hotel Mentana. Not very good.
Milan was my jet-lag, culture-shock, solotravel baptism city. That is to say, it could've been the greatest city in the world and I probably wouldn't have liked it. My flight was an overnight from JFK and landed at 8:15. Malpensa airport is large and confusing and it was broiling outside. The train from the airport was packed and hot, the Milan subway was packed and hot, and then the walk to the hotel was, you guessed it, packed and hot. The hotel - the only one I booked on the entire trip - was extremely mediocre and the air conditioning was weak.
I got to the hotel and immediately ran to a walking tour. When it finished, I was famished and thirsty, grabbed a very mediocre lunch at the closest restaurant, then headed home and collapsed. I really only saw Milan that evening, when, somewhat refreshed, I took a long walk through Parco Sempione and grabbed dinner at an amazing Eritrean restaurant (where the owner would just keep bringing out more food). Got home, had a fitful sleep, and then was up early for my train to Venice.
Venice (3 nights) Lodging: Anda Venice. Pretty good! The people there were a little cliquey - vibe was a lot of college groups on break - but I met some friends and had fun.
I loved Venice! I know this isn't a popular opinion on this sub, but I thought the city was magical, especially when you get away from the main tourist attractions. I spent hours just walking through the city, stopping for gelato or a sandwich when the heat was too much. Things I loved:

• The Frari. Incredible church, and Titian's painting above the altar is breathtaking.
• The Arsenal. Seeing what was once the world's largest shipyard was pretty cool.
• Random pasta place I went to for squid ink. Exceptional food.
• Gondola ride. I split one of these with people from the hostel. I thought it would be overhyped but it was actually really fun to see the city from the canals!

Things that were not so good:

• St Mark's Cathedral. Holy shit, this place was SO crowded, really expensive, and then they tried to charge another 10 euros to get to the altar! Absolutely not worth it.
• Doge's Palace: Also crowded, really big, and I just got bored looking at a bunch of really ornate rooms.
• The Rialto. It's a beautiful bridge, but so are all the others. Go anywhere else.

In Venice, I ended up meeting a lot of people via the Hostelworld chat, which was surprisingly useful.
I also took a daytrip to Verona one day, which was decent. The old Roman theater was cool, Valpolicella wine was wonderful, and I had a great Doner from some random place near the train station.
Bologna (3 nights) Lodging: an incredible Airbnb. The apartment was subdivided from a Renaissance-era palazzo. I literally slept beneath a fresco!
Bologna was basically the vacation in my vacation. I wanted a break after Venice and before the rest of the tourist circuit, and I wanted to see a bunch of motorsport stuff (as I'm a huge fan of F1 and cars in general).
I ended up really liking the city overall! I took a food tour the first day, which was a good way to meet some friends and sample a lot of classic food. Each evening, I took a long run through the city, ending up at a beautiful pilgrimage spot with a great view. One night, I grabbed a beer from a convenience store and settled down with 5000 other people to watch "Escape From New York" in the main square.
The Ferrari Museum, OTOH, was a bit of a let down. Getting all the way to Maranello was a public transit slog (train-walk-bus-bus), and then the museum itself was too small (though several rooms were really cool). I did have a great lunch in Modena though.
Florence (5 nights) Lodging: Ostello Bello Firenze. Highly recommend. Great hostel - it was very clean, social without feeling exclusionary, and the staff were wonderful.
Florence was amazing! It's compact and centralized and cars are banned from the entire central square. Walking through it is atmospheric, even with all the tourists around. I spent hours just aimlessly wandering, looking at sculptures and public art, staring out over the Arno.
Things I loved:

• Sandwiches. Florence has the best Italian sandwiches ever. All'Antico Vinaio is good, but so are the random, less crowded places too.
• Florentine Steak. Best meal on the trip. Enormous and fantastic.
• Gelato. I had like two of these a day. Gelateria La Carraia was my favorite.
• The view from the top of the Duomo. Well worth the climb.
• Loggia dei Lanzi. Perseus holding Medusa's head was pretty incredible.
• The Uffizi.
• Ghiberti's Baptistery doors.
• The Oltrarno. It was fun just to walk through this district.
• Sunset runs along the Arno.
• Piazzale Michelangelo. What a sunset :)
• Going out! I don't remember any specific clubs, but everywhere we went to was lit and full of good vibes.
• Rick Steves audio tours! Do all the Florence ones, I enjoyed them immensely.
• The Bargello! Small, outdoor sculpture museum. Beautiful and not crowded.

Things that were not good

• The Academy. Everyone goes here to the see David, and that's cool, but the rest of the Museum isn't that good (relative to the Uffizi). I was hungover and exhausted on my trip here, but still, not that worth it.

I did a daytrip to Siena as well. I honestly wish I had spent a night here instead. During the day, Siena is pretty, but beyond the main square (Piazza del Campo) and a city walk, there isn't that much to do. I got tired of baking in the heat and sheltered in a bar for a while. But I could see it becoming atmospheric and beautiful under the stars. Dinner here would have been fun.
Cinque Terre (3 nights) Lodging: Costello, a hostel in La Spezia. This was my favorite hostel on the entire trip. It was small and I got to know everyone staying there. The owners were wonderful and made all of us pasta one evening. La Spezia itself isn't anything special, but the food and bar scene is pretty solid - I had great, cheap cocktails downtown.
At risk of sounding like a broken record, Cinque Terre was amazing! Beautiful views, warm water, pretty cheap food and drink (though coming from NYC, I think I'm just anchored high), and great people.
Logistics note: Please buy the Cinque Terre pass. I bought it from train station in La Spezia for three days, which gives unlimited use of the train and access to the main hiking path (The Azure trail) between all the villages. The train is super useful! It takes 20 mins from La Spezia to the southernmost village (Riomaggiore, IIRC), and then takes 5 mins between the villages.
On my first day, I woke up at 8 AM and took the train all the way north to Levanto (about 40 mins) to start a full day of hiking. At Levanto, I grabbed coffee, water, and a croissant, and then hiked about 2 miles to Monterosso. I got another croissant there, then went to Vernazza. I hopped into the water to cool off a bit, then grabbed a sandwich and a beer, and then hiking to Corniglia. Corniglia didn't have too much, so I saw the church and then got back on the trail to Manarola, grabbed another beer, and then finished in Riomaggiore. About 15 miles of hiking total, all along the ocean, with beautiful views with each step. That evening, I went out with people from the hostel in La Spezia, which was great!
The next day, I decided to climb to some monastery up in the mountains. The hike was basically an endless staircase and I ran into a Danish couple doing the same thing. We ended up hanging out the entire day, spending a long time swimming in Vernazza and then getting drunk off of Aperols in the evening.
On my final day, I took it chill, and read on the beach for a while before checking out and getting on another train.
Rome (5 nights) Lodging: Yellowsquare Rome. Solid. Very clean, good hostelmates, lots of facilities. Also the bar is awesome, full of locals and tourists. Almost every night out ended up here. I will say that the location is not the best. It's out of the way and you have to take the bus or the train to get where you want to be.
Rome was..a lot. I expected to love everything about it, but instead I found it to be an experience of dichotomies. On one hand, Rome is utter chaos. The roads are loud and full of cars, traffic lights are non-existent, and crossing the street takes some bravery. The metro is packed and not nearly expansive enough, and buses regularly have crazy drunks harassing you. But on the other hand, the city can be beautiful and atmospheric. Piazza Navona at night, with the fountains lit. The Pantheon illuminated by the moon. Standing in front of the nave at St. Peter's Cathedral, marveling at its magnificence. "Beautiful chaos," is how my guidebook put it, and that seems about correct.
The most remarkable thing about Rome is that every touristy landmark, every crowded museum, is worth going to.

• The Vatican is the greatest museum I have ever been to. The sheer variety of the collection is itself remarkable, and then the Sistine Chapel at the end was breathtaking. Protip: book online, and don't waste money on the tour - use a free audio-tour instead.
• St. Peter's is the greatest building in Christendom. Absolutely beautiful. I spent almost 90 mins inside.
• The Roman Forum was incredible! I spent like 6 hours wandering through arches and columns, imagining the glories that once were.
• The Colosseum is amazing to see from the inside.
• The Capitoline Museum was an interesting walk through ancient history.
• The Risorgimento Museum, in that big building in the central Rome with the Victor Emmanuel statue, was small but worth it. Interesting overview of modern Italian history.
• The Pantheon is a must-see. It was really cool seeing the history.
• And so on. Villa Borghese is the only major attraction I didn't really like, and that's because I saw it hungover at 8 AM (curse timed reservations!).

Other things worth doing:

• I walked to the Janiculum hill, which has a great view.
• As a history fan, I walked two miles north to the Milvian Bridge, site of Constantine's famous victory and vision of the Chi-Ro. Not that cool, actually - it's just a bridge - but it was fun seeing it.
• I climbed the Aventine hill, which has a peaceful summit with a perfectly framed view through a keyhole.

Roman food was a unique experience too. By this point, I was really tired of normal pizza and pasta, so I was trying to eat all sorts of things. I found a great Doner kebab place near Campo de Fiori. I had great Cacio e Pepe in Trastevere. I had good gelato everywhere, good tiramisu at a few places, and tons of Pizza a Taglio for lunch wherever I could find it.

Filippo Neri è il secondogenito di Francesco Neri e di Lucrezia da Mosciano, nato a Firenze il 21 luglio 1515 nel popolo di San Pier Gattolini. La famiglia Neri arriva a Firenze dalla valle sopra l'Arno nel sec. XV, più precisamente da Castelfranco Valdarno, e si affermarono come notai. Nel
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Qualche mese fa presi una multa a Firenze in moto, avevo transitato in una corsia degli autobus in centro con la mia moto. Vabbè pagato 70€ perché tanto fare ricorso non ne vale la pena. Corsia senza le striscie gialle, unica cosa che la indicano sono un cartello di obbligo di girare a destra prima dell'incrocio messo 150 metri prima del semaforo (in poche parole ho tirato diritto come possono fare solo gli autobus), e un cartello che indica corsia riservata blablabla 1 metro prima delle telecamere che controllano le targhe. Cosa che mi ha trattoria ancora più in inganno è stato vedere le auto che tranquillamente transitato dal lato opposto. Ho sbagliato? Si. Pago? Si.
C'è però chi contro a questo tipo di multa si è opposto a Bologna, e ha vinto. LINK.
Fast forward a sabato, vado in centro storico a Modena sempre in moto. Dal sito del comune si evince che la ZTL è aperta a ciclomotori è motocicli di qualsiasi tipo.
Vabbè, tutto bello tranquillo mi faccio da un lato all'altro di Modena passando per la Via Emilia. Molto lentamentente passo davanti a 4 vigili che mi guardando, vedo un cartello "accesso a residenti, autobus, camion della spazzatura, E AUTORIZZATI. Nella mia mente mi dico che AUTORIZZATI vale anche per motorini è ciclomotori come scritto nel comune no? IL CAZZO ZIOBILLY.
Sono passato, e poi uno della locale mi ha fermato e detto che quei 50 metri del cazzo di via Emilia non possono essere percorsi per garantire più sicurezza ai pedoni è bla bla bla. Non sto scherzando, sono veramente 50 metri, cercate su maps da via della torre a vicolo dello squallore la via emilia quanto è lunga.
E vabbè ora mi toccherà aspettare che mi arrivi il verbale di merda, e pagare 70 euro, poco più di un euro al metro. Però è giusto, li pago molto volentieri per aver messo in pericolo I PEDONI speciali che transitato in quei 50 metri.
Nel dubbio, io in un centro storico d'ora in poi ci vado solo a piedi.

Italy a land where history whispers from every corner, where the food is as rich in flavor as the culture, and where every city feels like a new world. Planning a one-week Italian escapade with your family? You're in for an unforgettable adventure! Let's dive into an itinerary that balances famous sights with hidden gems, ensuring a trip that's enjoyable for all ages.

Day 1: Arrival in Rome

Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! Rome isn't just a city; it's a living museum. After settling into your hotel, start your journey at the Colosseum, a marvel for all ages. Then, wander through the Roman Forum, and let your kids imagine they're back in ancient times. Don't forget to toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain – legend says you'll return to Rome if you do!

Day 2: Vatican City

Today, venture into the heart of Catholicism: Vatican City. The Vatican Museums are a treasure trove of art and history. The Sistine Chapel, with Michelangelo's breathtaking ceiling, is a must-see. Then, explore St. Peter's Basilica and climb up to its dome for a panoramic view of Rome. It's a bit of a climb, but totally worth it!

Day 3: Journey to Florence

Bid farewell to Rome and hop on a train to Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. The journey itself is a scenic treat. Upon arrival, take a leisurely stroll around the city, soaking in the ambiance of this artistic haven.

Day 4: Discovering Florence

Florence is a feast for the senses. Start at the Uffizi Gallery, home to masterpieces by Da Vinci and Botticelli. Then, head outdoors. Visit the Boboli Gardens for a picnic and some downtime. As the sun sets, walk across the Ponte Vecchio and watch the Arno River turn golden.

Day 5: Excursion to Pisa

A quick train ride brings you to Pisa. The Leaning Tower is the star, but remember, Pisa is more than just its tilting wonder. Visit the Cathedral and the Baptistery, and enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local trattoria. Kids will love the open spaces in Piazza dei Miracoli for some playtime.

Day 6: Venice Adventure

Next, journey to the enchanting city of Venice. This city on the water is like no other. Drop your bags and get lost in its labyrinth of canals and alleyways. Discover hidden piazzas, and maybe even a secret gelato spot!

Day 7: More of Venice

Dedicate your last day to exploring Venice's famous landmarks. Visit St. Mark's Basilica and the Doge's Palace. And of course, a gondola ride is a must. It's touristy, yes, but utterly magical. As the gondola glides through the canals, you'll feel the heart of Venice.

Evening Activities and Dining

Italy comes alive at night. Enjoy family dinners at local pizzerias or trattorias. For entertainment, consider an outdoor movie or a stroll along the lively streets, where musicians and artists often perform.

Accommodation Tips

When it comes to staying in Italy with family, comfort is key. Opt for family-friendly hotels or apartments. Many offer amenities like kitchenettes, which are great for quick meals.

Transportation in Italy

Traveling between cities is a breeze with Italy's extensive train network. Within cities, public transport is reliable, but walking is the best way to soak in the sights.

Cultural Tips for Families

Italians love children, making Italy a welcoming destination for families. Engage your kids with stories about the places you visit. A little interaction with locals can turn a simple trip into a rich cultural exchange.

Packing Essentials for Italy

Pack light and smart. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Depending on the season, pack layers – Italian weather can be unpredictable.

Budgeting for the Trip

Italy can be pricey, but there are ways to save. Enjoying picnics, using public transport, and choosing budget accommodations can help keep costs down.

Conclusion

Your week in Italy will be a blend of awe-inspiring sights, delightful tastes, and heartwarming family moments. From the historical grandeur of Rome to the romantic canals of Venice, Italy promises an enriching experience for the whole family. Arrivederci!

FAQs

What is the best time of year to visit Italy with a family?
Spring (April to June) and Fall (September to October) are ideal, offering pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
Are there any kid-friendly activities in these Italian cities?
Absolutely! From interactive museums to public parks and gelato tasting, there's plenty to keep the little ones engaged.
How should we handle meals for picky eaters?
Italian cuisine is diverse. Pizzerias and casual dining spots are great for families, offering familiar options like pasta and pizza.
Is it necessary to speak Italian when traveling in Italy?
While not necessary, learning a few basic Italian phrases can enhance your experience. Most tourist areas have English-speaking locals, but a "Buongiorno" (Good morning) or "Grazie" (Thank you) is always appreciated.
Can we explore Italy with a stroller?
Yes, but be prepared for some challenges. Ancient cities like Rome and Venice have cobblestone streets and stairs, so a lightweight, collapsible stroller is advisable.

Salve a tutti, il mese prossimo vengo a Firenze con i miei amici e volevo chiedere consigli da voi locali per ristoranti ottimi ma non troppo conosciuti che fanno la bistecca alla Fiorentina. Io ho cercato su Google però mi escono dei locali famosi come I Tuscani oppure la Trattoria dall'Oste, però sono troppo costosi, esempio piu di 80 euro al chilo. Semplicemente non voglio cadere in una sorta di trappola per turisti come potrebbero fare questi ristoranti con i prezzi.
Un ottimo altro che vedevo era la Trattoria Antico Fattore, ho visto sul menu che trattano il chilo a 55 euro, e essendo una persona con zero informazioni in merito mi sembra un ottimo prezzo. Poi se sapete qualche altro ristorante non troppo conosciuto come dicevo vi sarei grato.
Chiedo scusa se vi sembra una domanda molto fastidiosa però è praticamente un delle cose di Firenze che vogliamo per forza provare. Vi ringrazio in anticipo per ogni risposta!

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