701 Rooftop Bar

Italians are famous for the Dolce Far Niente... sweet doing nothing. I always suggest people build in some time to sit and people watch. The Aperitivo is an art form in Italy and in Florence now, rooftop bars have become a thing. Many are in hotels. You will need a reservation, especially in high season.

While so many of my favorite, delicious local restaurants tend to be family run trattorias or typical hole-in-the-wall joints, sometimes you do want a nice atmosphere to celebrate an occasion or feel like you're truly relaxing on vacation. Here's a list of some more upscale dining experiences for food or drinks.