Perfect Picnic Places in Florence, Italy

As the weather warms up in Florence, it’s the perfect time for a picnic in the city! Check out this list of my favorite picnic spots in Florence.

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Piazzale Michelangelo

I’m sure you’ve heard this is the best place to catch an amazing view of the city, but have you ever thought of bringing a picnic with you?

Piazzale Michelangelo is one of the best places to enjoy a smorgasbord picnic of cheeses, meats, and vino (or really whatever your heart desires) while watching the sunset over Florence. How romantic😉

Piazzale Michelangelo

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It is a bit of a trek to get up there, but you can take the bus! Check the schedule here…

Autolinee Toscane Bus Schedule

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Ponte Santa Trinita

This bridge has the absolute best view of Ponte Vecchio! Clearly, this “picnic spot” is much more urban than Piazzale Michelangelo being on a bridge in the city center…but it is definitely beautiful! During high season, it’s best to check this one out earlier in the morning or later at night because it is quite popular among the tourists.

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Giardino di Boboli

Giardino di Boboli is a jaw-dropping-ly beautiful park smack dab in the city center full of history. Not only is it a great picnic spot, but just a super interesting place to check out if you have time. It’s a great way to feel like you can “escape” the hustle ‘n bustle of the city without going far. Keep in mind you do have to pay a small entrance fee since this is a legitimate attraction (not just a public park). Boboli is considered a museum more than anything…please be respectful, honor all posted rules, and clean up after yourself.

The Boboli Gardens

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Piazza de’ Pitti

Want to know a secret? During lockdown I would pack myself a lunch and go sit in Piazza de’ Pitti because it was the only way to get out of the house! This piazza is super wide so it gets a ton of sunlight all day. This makes it pretty toasty in summer, but absolutely perfect in spring and fall. As you walk through Piazza de’ Pitti you will lots of people sitting on the ground having lunch and drinks. It’s a fantastic picnic spot!

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Wondering where you can pick up some gluten-free picnic food?

Check out my board with all of my reccomendations for the best gluten-free restaurants in Florence!

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Gluten Free Guide to Florence, Italy (Firenze Senza Glutine)

As a celiac who lives in Florence, I've got your back! After years of living in the beautiful Renaissance city, I've curated this comprehensive list of the best celiac-safe spots to check out in Florence! The guide has 24 pins covering traditional Italian, international cuisine, bakeries, gelato, and dedicated GF grocery stores. Enjoy!

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Piacere (nice to meet you)! I’m Catalin, an American 🇺🇸 expat in Florence, Italy 🇮🇹 And, a proud celiac 💚 You may also know me as The Celiac in Italy on Instagram! Since moving to Italy during the pandemic, my passion for Italian food and culture has continued to grow. Now, I offer pre-curated travel guides for cities around Italy, 1-to-1 travel consultations, custom itineraries, and curated recommendations. All 100% celiac-safe. So you can explore Italy without the hassle of digging through tons of blog posts and Facebook groups to plan your trip. More about me & my services… ➡️Armed with years of first-hand experience, I know the Italian celiac scene like the back of my hand🇮🇹Plus, I live here! My recommendations are always up-to-date🤓 ➡️I'm a native English speaker who speaks fluent Italian. There's no language barrier on our end and I can seamlessly facilitate communication with restaurants. Feeling unsure about cross-contact procedures? I’m more than willing to send Italian emails on your behalf🤗 ➡️I have personal relationships with the chefs of many gluten free restaurants nationwide. I can get you reservations just by sending a text📲 ➡️My degree is in medical anthropology and I wrote my thesis about the impact of culture on the quality of life for celiacs. Not only have I been living with celiac disease for many years, but I've also studied the social aspect of our condition inside and out🤓 ➡️On top of celiac disease I have a wheat allergy and a plethora of other conditions. Helping you navigate multiple intolerances is not a problem!💕 Let’s plan your gluten-free Italian adventure!🇮🇹 📲 @celiacinitaly 💻 www.celiacinitaly.com 💌 catalin@celiacinitaly.com Your celiac-safe Italian experience awaits❤️

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