Florence, Montecatini, Siena, Monteriggioni, Chianciano, Montepulciano: the magical Tuscan Christmas begins with a lot of events.
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Florence, Tuscany enjoys the January sales
Today Florence and the other cities in Tuscan Region enjoys the first day of January sales.
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Santa Claus’ Village and the Magic of Christmas
The Christmas village, open until January 6, 2015, is located in piazza Annigoni, close to the Sant’Ambrogio market in Florence.
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Uffizi, Bargello, Accademia opening for Holidays
New opening times during the Holidays in the most visited galleries and museums in Florence, Italy: Bargello, Uffizi and Accademia.
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Bursting into song in the Pazzi Chapel (VIDEO)
On Thursday, December 4 at 4pm, Canadian-Italian mezzosoprano Diana Di Mauro burst into song in the Pazzi Chapel in the complex of Santa Croce, Florence, Italy. Inspired by the space, Di Mauro sang five operatic pieces and a Christmas carol.
Read moreTraditional pre-Christmas event at the Four Season
It’s time to open gates, at the Four Seasons Hotel, for a traditional pre-Christman event. It’s the 5th edition of the “Open Day”, dedicated to raise funds per “Istituto degli Innocenti” and its activities on behalf of children. On Sunday, December 16th, from 10 to 16, all florentines and tourists are invited to pass through the gates of Parco della Gherardesca, the city’s largest private garden and since 2008 part of the Four Seasons Hotel.
Christmas markets 2012 in Florence
Christmas is approaching and in both Florence and its province the squares are teeming with markets. Once the prerogative of the northern countries, Christmas street markets are now a big success here as well, and there are numerous to choose from for gift shopping or to see the towns in the territory in an unusual and charming light.
Fun and Solidarity on Holidays
Christmas in Florence between solidarity and fun. The Christmas Lunch of the Sant’Egidio Community, prepared in collaboration with the Archdiocese of Florence, has involved over 350 people. In these days citizens and tourists can enjoy the circus Moira Orfei (Palasport viale Paoli) and the ice rink in piazza della Libertà at the Parterre.
Read moreSanta is coming to… Florence
During Christmas time never it’s better than a stroll in the city centre where many “palazzo”, streets and squares are covered with lights. Piazza della Signoria, via Tornabuoni and Ponte a Santa Trinita are only some of the main points of interest. It’s possible to have a picture with Santa Claus in some of the most beautiful squadres and streets in the world.
Read moreXmas and New Year’s eve, what to do in Florence
If you want to be in Florence during the Christmas holidays you choose a beautiful, sparkling city with a very special atmosphere. Celebrate Christmas in Florence. Discover Christmas markets, where to go ice skating and Florence’s Christmas lights. Children will enjoy Christmas time in Florence: apart from the trees, Florence has got a lot of things to do with your children in the days between Christmas and Epiphany.
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