Eat in Italy: Hidden gems of Florence

Kate Smoliakova
6 min readMar 27, 2024

Best places I visited in Florence

My adventures in Italy are far from my first; I’ve wandered its roads alone and with companions.

Our journey began in Milan, meandered through Florence, and concluded in Rome, collecting memorable stops along the way I’m eager to share. Let’s dive into the heart of Florence first!

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Author’s photo of Bacchus (Caravaggio)

Typically, my trips to Florence fall in February or early March, marking a significant transition from the snowy embrace of winter to the budding beginnings of spring.

I select this period intentionally to rejuvenate my spirit and shift my scenery, while also taking advantage of the thinner tourist crowds that precede the peak season.

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The heart of Florence feels intimately cozy and compact, reminiscent of visiting your grandparents in the countryside, yet it’s imbued with a historical richness.

It seems, that everything you might wish to see or do is conveniently within a 10–20 minute stroll.

I’ve attempted to pinpoint the distinctive mood of Florence, and for…

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Kate Smoliakova

Product Manager | Write about my experience as manager and writer, ADHD and my interests as running, travelling, art and food