Florence

The traditional dining experience in Italy is famously familial, unfussy and warm — but even in the coziest spots, feeling at home can take some adjusting.

In Florence, the only thing better than the view is what’s on your plate — and this city knows how to dish out both in style.

More budget-friendly than the city's grand dame hotels, Florence's boutique hotel stays trade lavish amenities for a cozy, home-like charm.

Dining in Italy is more about feasting than snacking, but what if you’re on a dream solo trip of a lifetime? Our Inspectors have given us their top picks for dining solo in Florence.

Kicking off this list is a hotel just 20 minutes from Florence. From vineyards and infinity pools to farm-to-table dining, each of these 12 Tuscan gems lies within a two-hour reach of the city.

Some chefs innovate to impress. Others cook at the highest level simply to offer the pure pleasure of dining. Enoteca Pinchiorri, the Florence institution that has held Three MICHELIN Stars since 2004, belongs emphatically to the latter camp. This is how it feels to experience it — through the eyes of our Inspector.

In the center of Florence, these splurge-worthy hotels have the design and prestige to rival even that most historic of city landmarks.

Every MICHELIN Key hotel in Florence, handpicked by our Inspectors.

Among the Renaissance city’s awe-inspiring art and charming districts is an ever-evolving restaurant scene stewed in Florentine traditions.

A neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide to the real Florence, with the best food stops along the way.

Discover Tuscan tranquility at one of our favorite serene hotels in Florence, as well as up to 30 minutes away from the iconic Duomo and the heart of the city.

In Florence, a city known for preserving the past, Martino di Napoli Rampolla is reimagining Florence’s future — starting with a 500-year-old palazzo turned creative hub, where artists and now chefs come to innovate, collaborate and cook.

Five standout luxury and boutique hotels from our selection for an off-season Florence escape — each Inspector-approved for a quieter, more intimate side of the city.

Over just two days in Florence, explore some of its best MICHELIN Guide dining spots and uncover its hidden gems. From exquisite cuisine to artisan treasures, get to know the Tuscan city like a local with our handy guide for a curated taste of Florence’s finest.

Ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics, our two-day route traces the Dolomites’ standout tables and design-led stays, where Alpine flavors and mountain craftsmanship come together.

From yachting favorite Sardinia to the perpetually chic Capri — plus the jaw-droppingly beautiful cliffside towns in Amalfi and along the Tuscan coast — these scenic Italian spots are as much a destination for the views as the MICHELIN-recommended restaurants and hotels.

These Florentine restaurants are not only superb but boast outstanding curation of their wine offerings, making it one of the best cities to eat for wine lovers.

Karime López, the first Mexican woman to earn a MICHELIN Star, now helms Gucci Osteria in Florence alongside partner Takahiko Kondo, blending global flavors with Italian flair. They have a story that’s hard not to love.