This is the guide I wish I had before visiting Florence—a streamlined, no-overwhelm roundup of the essential apps you’ll want on your phone for your trip to Florence (and Italy).

Discover the best books set in Florence—historical fiction, thrillers, and literary classics that bring the city to life before your trip.

From the bustling Centro Storico to the charming Oltrarno and serene Campo di Marte, here’s a definitive guide to choosing where to stay in Florence, by neighborhood and by budget.

Whether you’re working or studying, Florence has more than a few spots that welcome the laptop-clad crowd. In this post, I share the coffee shops, study nooks, and cafe-restaurants that served as my “office” in Florence.