Routey

Florence

1 day

3 stops

2.5 hours

All Season

723

ABOUT THIS TRAIL

This walking tour will take you to specific recommended spots in the neighborhood known for the famous leather market - San Lorenzo. This is also the quarter known for being home to the Medici family. At its center, you'll find the Church of San Lorenzo and the Medici Chapels, but I'm taking you to a palace instead and a great friend in the leather market that will make sure to treat you well.

The perfect combination of shopping and touring!

#museum #leather #shopping #italy #florence #gifts #history

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POINTS

Palazzo Medici Riccardi

Massimo Leather

Central Market

Lisa Harvey Follow

Hi, I’m Lisa Harvey I am a published freelance journalist, an aspiring novelist, and, on Sundays (just to throw a wild card in there), I play rugby. I grew up in the US but now live in Italy with my

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<<Palazzo Medici Riccardi>>

Stop 1

60 minutes

All Season

Via Camillo Cavour 1 Florence Italy

Description: This museum is usually overshadowed by the neighboring Duomo and San Lorenzo Church as well as the Medici Chapels, but don't miss this! I prefer the actual palazzos to museums - where you can walk the halls of where those that we know from history have lived and so much has happened. This Palace was the main house for the Medici family while they ruled over Florence. This is also a great museum because it is unpopular - meaning there are less tourists and more opportunities for beautiful photos.

Sunday: 08:30 - 19:00
Monday: 08:30 - 19:00
Tuesday: 08:30 - 19:00
Thursday: 08:30 - 19:00
Friday: 08:30 - 19:00
Saturday: 08:30 - 19:00

<<Massimo Leather>>

Stop 2

30 minutes

All Season

Borgo la Noce 5 Florence Italy

Description: Massimo has become one of my friends in Florence because of his incredible personality and helpfulness (nevermind remembering everyone he has ever met) this man will help you purchase leather jackets and handbags/wallets from either of his two shops and make you feel like you're his personal shopper. All things can be custom made and shipped almost anywhere. Mention Lisa Harvey and you will be treated extra nice :-)

Monday: 10:30 - 19:00
Tuesday: 10:30 - 19:00
Wednesday: 10:30 - 19:00
Thursday: 10:30 - 19:00
Friday: 10:30 - 19:00
Saturday: 10:30 - 19:00

<<Central Market>>

Stop 3

60 minutes

All Season

Via Panicale 29 Florence Italy

Description: The central market is a hub for locals and tourists alike. Originally simply a place for the farmers to sell their wares (and it still is the case on the lower level every morning - step inside before lunch to see fruits, veggies, meats, cheeses, and fish all being sold from their stalls in a vibrant atmosphere that certainly doesn't resemble a grocery store. You are heading upstairs, however, because after a museum and a shopping trip, I'm sure you're hungry. The upstairs of the central market has turned into a food court - with everything from traditional tuscan to vegetarian to asian cuisine being offered. This is a great place to go when everyone may not have the same cravings - plus its open late if you're strolling around at night!

Sunday: 08:00 - 00:00
Monday: 08:00 - 00:00
Tuesday: 08:00 - 00:00
Wednesday: 08:00 - 00:00
Thursday: 08:00 - 00:00
Friday: 08:00 - 00:00
Saturday: 08:00 - 00:00