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Rickshaw Revolt: Florence Tourist Transport Operators Protest New Ban

Rickshaw Ban Takes Effect in Florence, Operators Protest

Sunday, October 5, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

The protest is scheduled for October 8 in Piazza della Signoria, right in front of Palazzo Vecchio, where dozens of companies are expected to gather.

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Florence under pressure from overtourism, new study finds

Florence under pressure from overtourism, new study finds

Sunday, September 21, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

The Tuscan capital ranks among the destinations where the impact of mass tourism is considered high.

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Villa Costanza parking in Florence

Entering and Parking in Florence: How to Avoid Stress

Friday, September 19, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

Parking in Florence can be difficult and expensive, but there are several smart options for visitors.

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Tourist fined despite paying with phone on Florence bus

Tourist dispute over Florence bus fare goes viral

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

A tourist visiting Florence turned to Reddit to tell a story that left them angry after boarding a city bus.

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Exploring Florence by touch: new Braille guide

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

Florence has introduced a new tactile guide that allows blind visitors to explore the city.

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Florence Tops Italy in Tourist Tax Revenues with Nearly €77 Million Collected in 2024

Florence Tops Italy for Tourist Tax, Nearly €77 Million Collected

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

In just two years, revenues from the levy on overnight stays have surged from €45.5 million in 2022 to today’s record.

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Europe Adopts New Code for Online Tourist Reviews

Europe Adopts New Code for Online Tourist Reviews

Sunday, September 7, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

The initiative aims to protect both travelers and businesses. Italy has played a pioneering role in this field.

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Crowding on Ponte Vecchio

Florence Ranked Europe’s Most Overcrowded Tourist City

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

A new analysis commissioned by Icelandair was reported by the British newspaper The Mirror.

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Florence by air. Image by Dominick Vietor from Pixabay

Florence Redrawn by Hotels and Student Residences in 20 Years

Monday, September 1, 2025 Editorial Staff News

Two decades of conversions highlight the impact on Florence’s housing, commerce, and everyday life.

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Florence Bans Rickshaws and Similar Tourist Vehicles from Historic Center Starting October 15, 2025

Florence Bans Rickshaws from Historic Center Starting October 15

Saturday, August 2, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

The new regulation makes Florence the first Italian city to adopt such a measure to preserve decorum.

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WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS
Christmas Market Returns to Florence’s Piazza Santa CroceChristmas Market Returns to Florence’s Piazza Santa Croce
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Christmas in Florence 2025: lights, concerts and winter charmChristmas in Florence 2025: lights, concerts and winter charm
First snowfall of the season reaches Tuscany’s ApenninesFirst snowfall of the season reaches Tuscany’s Apennines
Historic Teatro Nazionale Reopens After Four-Year Restoration in Central FlorenceHistoric Teatro Nazionale Reopens After Four-Year Restoration in Central Florence
E-scooter sharing to end in Florence by April 2026E-scooter sharing to end in Florence by April 2026
Florence ranks among Europe’s top five “posh” cities in new studyFlorence ranks among Europe’s top five “posh” cities in new study
General strike to disrupt transport and services in Florence on Black FridayGeneral strike to disrupt transport and services in Florence on Black Friday
The Long Shadow of Silent FascismThe Long Shadow of Silent Fascism
Florence tightens oversight of redevelopment projectsFlorence tightens oversight of redevelopment projects

NEWS

Over 5,000 women sought help for violence in Tuscany this year

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Vigil links Ukraine’s historic tragedy to today’s search for peace

Sunday, November 23, 2025

BUSINESS

KFC accelerates its growth in Florence with a new restaurant

KFC accelerates its growth in Florence with a new restaurant

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Florence to ban outdoor cafés in 50 UNESCO streets from 2026

Florence to Ban Outdoor Dining Structures in 50 UNESCO Streets from 2026

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

TECH

The University of Florence among the 11 members of EUniWell

Universities join forces across Europe to put well-being at the heart of education

Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Pisa Researchers Help Boost Electric Car Range with Silicon-Based Batteries

Pisa Researchers Help Boost Electric Car Range with Silicon-Based Batteries

Monday, October 27, 2025

TRAVEL

General strike to disrupt transport and services in Florence on Black Friday

Wednesday, November 26, 2025
E-scooter sharing to end in Florence by April 2026

E-scooter sharing to end in Florence by April 2026

Monday, November 24, 2025

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ARTS

New archaeological route to open at Pistoia’s Antico Palazzo dei Vescovi

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
A room inside Palazzo Grifoni Budini Gattai in Florence, formerly home to the photo library of the Kunsthistorisches Institut. © Kunsthistorisches Institut in Florenz – Max-Planck-Institut. Photo by Bärbel Reinhard

Armin Linke Explores Florence’s Hidden Archives in New Exhibition

Friday, November 14, 2025

LIFE

Black Friday in Tuscany: a slower race for deals

Black Friday in Florence: a slower race for deals

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Christmas in Florence 2025: lights, concerts and winter charm

Sunday, November 23, 2025

SPORTS

The flame for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics will arrive in piazza Santissima Annunziata (Florence) on 11 December

Milano-Cortina 2026, Olympic flame to reach Florence on 11 December

Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Florence Marathon

3×7k Charity Run returns on 29 November to support local non-profits

Thursday, November 20, 2025

OPINIONS

When Violence Begins Before the First Punch: Understanding Men to Protect Women

Tuesday, November 25, 2025
The death of Ornella Vanoni leaves a void that goes far beyond Italian music

After Ornella: What Remains of the Female Freedom Once Sung in Italy’s Golden Years?

Monday, November 24, 2025

ITALIANO

La forza della piazza e il valore della presenza politica

Sunday, October 12, 2025
Oltre 200 persone al trekking urbano per difendere il Crocifisso e il Padule

Oltre 200 persone al trekking urbano di Signa

Saturday, October 4, 2025
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