Discover Oltrarno: Your Ultimate Sunday Guide to Florence
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Sundays pose a unique challenge for visitors to Florence, with many places closed, but fear not! Jane and Cormac share their top recommendations for exploring the southern side of the Arno River, ensuring your Sunday in Florence is nothing short of spectacular.
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CULTURE
First Sunday of the month most museums are free. I’d recommend going to the Pitti Palace and Boboli gardens. Make sure to go to the ticket office on the right of the Pitti Palace before waiting in the queue as you need a “free” ticket.
Here’s a list of all free museums on Sundays: https://www.firenzemadeintuscany.com/en/article/sunday-at-the-museum-in-florence-and-tuscany/
Museo Storia Naturale - "La Specola" is one of the headquarters of the Natural History Museum of the University of Florence and is heir to the oldest scientific museum in Europe to be open to the public.
Alessandro Dari Gioielli -- Museo Del Gioiello- Atelier e Scuola: Retail workshop & museum for the eponymous goldsmith's intricate jewelry & decorative objects.
Market and Basilica in Santo Spirito: https://maps.app.goo.gl/utgRjB9qV5AwaB7A9
COFFEE
Artigianale: https://maps.app.goo.gl/aK8kpyJcChohuJk48
Wild Buns Bakery: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ed5XjCf237LD3nvE6
Bar Pasticceria Pegaso (sells tobacco): https://maps.app.goo.gl/BxPZS79pMxuFXMnJ8
GARDEN PLACES
Santarosa Bistrot for Brunch: https://www.santarosabistrot.com/
Circolo Rondinella del Torrino (Riverside Community Bar): https://maps.app.goo.gl/kEVzsHvExdwvycfN9
Il Conventino: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tcq9ZKJqprNYdymx7
Rifrullo Firenze: https://maps.app.goo.gl/63xDNTeFp9JkW7Ak7
FOOD
Osteria Santo Spirito: https://maps.app.goo.gl/SbAqKkWVptWanmEHA
New Dehli: https://maps.app.goo.gl/U7USiS6iEETzYsFH8
Trattoria Dell'Orto: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kvjWy9qZYSKTXwrW7
Trattoria Del Carmine: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bV28sLad5ZthXuYt5
Santo Falafel: https://maps.app.goo.gl/nNmDVbYX7ajcQu5m6
TOURIST MUST SEES
Wine window at Babae: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WbsWb9ayLU9qeTZN6
Photo Booth: https://maps.app.goo.gl/SfjbZrRvaGYVWLqu8
Piazzale Michaelangelo: https://maps.app.goo.gl/n6j8kG5voCUpn8nf6
DRINKS
Mysterium Cocktail Bar Firenze: https://maps.app.goo.gl/cpqygUPaBiMMizx68
Pop Cafe: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ci7MMzUPuFtikvFT7
Caffè Notte: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HNaiE6GGGKtkt2AU7
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ABOUT SEASON TWO
Meet Jane and Cormac, your companions on a captivating journey through the highs and lows of embracing an Irish life in Italy. Join us as we unravel the tales of our relocation, navigating life as digital nomads and bartenders, and immersing ourselves in the daily hustle of a new country.
Prepare to venture into the heart of Tuscany with us, where we'll uncover the enchanting nuances and quirks that define Italy. From awe-inspiring landscapes to side-splitting misadventures, including our memorable 'Bed Bug' experience – a story that's not to be missed!
Take a special detour with us to the Edinburgh Fringe, where we'll regale you with our escapades and encounters in one of the world's most dynamic cultural festivals.
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Cormac is a professional Irish bartender having worked in the hotel and bar industry for 9 years. Originally from Leitrim, he studied Hotel Management and Business at GMIT. He was working in Galway in the bar trade for 5 years before he decided to move abroad. His original plan was to work on a vineyard in Northern Italy using WWOOF.
Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF) is a worldwide movement to link visitors with organic farmers, promote a cultural and educational exchange, and build a global community conscious of ecological farming and sustainability practices. Find out more: https://wwoof.net
Jane is a communications consultant working in the culture and energy sectors. She has previously produced and promoted international organisations including Web Summit, Edinburgh Festival Fringe and European Capital of Culture projects. After 10+ years of working in Communications & Events, Jane has transitioned to fully remote consulting work. Although regularly travelling back to Ireland for work, she is now based in Florence with Cormac.
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