Florence Nightlife Guide: Complete Guide
Experience the best bars, clubs, live music venues, and entertainment after dark. Discover the best nightlife experiences in Florence.
Welcome to the ultimate nightlife guide for Florence! Experience the best bars, clubs, live music venues, and entertainment after dark. This comprehensive guide will help you discover the very best nightlife experiences that Florence has to offer, from popular hotspots to hidden local favorites. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, you'll find insider tips, detailed recommendations, and everything you need to make the most of your nightlife adventure in Florence. Our carefully curated selection ensures you won't miss any of the must-see spots while also discovering unique experiences that most tourists overlook.
Key Takeaways
- Florence offers over 78 exceptional nightlife experiences
- Best time to visit varies by activity - check individual listings for optimal timing
- Many experiences require advance booking, especially during peak season
- Local guides and experts provide invaluable insights and access
- Prices range from budget-friendly to premium, with options for every preference
Top Bars & Cocktail Lounges
Craft cocktail bars, rooftop lounges, and unique drinking establishments with great atmospheres.
Mysterium Cocktail Bar Firenze
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.9 stars from 322 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Borgo S. Frediano, 81R, 50124 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
Love Craft
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.9 stars from 561 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Borgo S. Frediano, 24/R, 50124 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
Rasputin
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.4 stars from 931 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Borgo Tegolaio, 21R, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Well-reviewed establishment
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Upscale dining experience
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
La Petite
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.6 stars from 1365 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Via Pellicceria, 30/R, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
The Old Stove Irish Pub
Highly rated American in Florence with 4.6 stars from 3455 reviews. Cozy cafe atmosphere ideal for coffee and light meals.
📍 Via Pellicceria, 2, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Authentic American cuisine
Mayday Club
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.6 stars from 582 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Via Dante Alighieri, 16/r, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
Mad - Souls & Spirits
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.5 stars from 969 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Borgo S. Frediano, 36/38r, 50124 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
Manifattura
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.7 stars from 876 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Piazza di S. Pancrazio, 1, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
Rooster Cafe Firenze
Highly rated American in Florence with 4.8 stars from 7069 reviews. Cozy cafe atmosphere ideal for coffee and light meals.
📍 Via Porta Rossa, 63R, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Authentic American cuisine
Daunbailo' Irish Pub
Highly rated Cafe in Florence with 4.8 stars from 1457 reviews. Cozy cafe atmosphere ideal for coffee and light meals.
📍 Via del Sole, 26r, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Budget-friendly prices
- 🌃Authentic Cafe cuisine
La Buchetta del vino dello Strozzino
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.9 stars from 288 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Piazza degli Strozzi, 2, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
Locale Firenze
Highly rated Restaurant in Florence with 4.4 stars from 1516 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Via delle Seggiole, 12r, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Well-reviewed establishment
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Upscale dining experience
Nightclubs & Dance Venues
Popular nightclubs, dance clubs, and venues featuring top DJs and live performances.
Space Club
Highly rated International in Florence with 3.6 stars from 1643 reviews.
📍 Via Palazzuolo, 37, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Welcoming atmosphere
- 🌃Knowledgeable staff
YAB | Discoteca Firenze
Highly rated Restaurant in Florence with 3.5 stars from 1116 reviews.
📍 Via dei Sassetti, 5/r, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Welcoming atmosphere
- 🌃Knowledgeable staff
Tenax Discoteca Club Firenze
Highly rated International in Florence with 4.1 stars from 1459 reviews.
📍 Via Pratese, 46, 50145 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Well-reviewed establishment
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Knowledgeable staff
Pink Street Club
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.1 stars from 505 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Via dei Servi, 82/red, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Well-reviewed establishment
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
Chez Moi Night Club
Highly rated International in Florence with 3.8 stars from 66 reviews.
📍 Via Porta Rossa, 65 R, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Quality ingredients and preparation
- 🌃Welcoming atmosphere
- 🌃Knowledgeable staff
XO CLUB & LOUNGE - DISCOTECA IN CENTRO A FIRENZE
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.4 stars from 278 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Via Giuseppe Verdi, 59r, 50019 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Well-reviewed establishment
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
Red Garter
Highly rated Steakhouse in Florence with 4.3 stars from 4208 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Via dei Benci, 33, R, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Well-reviewed establishment
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Authentic Steakhouse cuisine
Blue Velvet
Highly rated International in Florence with 3.3 stars from 320 reviews.
📍 Via del Castello D'Altafronte, 16r, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Welcoming atmosphere
- 🌃Knowledgeable staff
Blob Club
Highly rated International in Florence with 3.7 stars from 71 reviews.
📍 Via Vinegia, 21/R, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Quality ingredients and preparation
- 🌃Welcoming atmosphere
- 🌃Knowledgeable staff
Full Up Club
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 3.5 stars from 106 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Via della Vigna Vecchia, 23R, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
- 🌃Knowledgeable staff
Live Music Venues
Concert halls, jazz clubs, and venues showcasing local and international musical talent.
Classical music & Opera concerts
Highly rated International in Florence with 4.8 stars from 24 reviews.
📍 Piazza di S. Firenze, 5, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Welcoming atmosphere
- 🌃Knowledgeable staff
Rex Cafè
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.3 stars from 419 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Via Fiesolana, 25r, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Well-reviewed establishment
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
Jazz Club Firenze
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.4 stars from 716 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Via Nuova de' Caccini, 3, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Well-reviewed establishment
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
NOF - Eat & Drink
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.4 stars from 1075 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Borgo S. Frediano, 13, 50124 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Well-reviewed establishment
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
Florence Kopleff Recital Hall
Highly rated International in Florence with 4.8 stars from 85 reviews.
📍 15 Gilmer St SE, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Welcoming atmosphere
- 🌃Knowledgeable staff
Red Garter
Highly rated Steakhouse in Florence with 4.3 stars from 4208 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Via dei Benci, 33, R, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Well-reviewed establishment
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Authentic Steakhouse cuisine
Jazz On Dargan
Highly rated Bar in Florence with 4.7 stars from 428 reviews. Great selection of drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
📍 137 N Dargan St, Florence, SC 29506, USA
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Authentic Bar cuisine
Sala Vanni
Highly rated International in Florence with 4.6 stars from 168 reviews.
📍 Piazza del Carmine, 14, 50124 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Knowledgeable staff
Late-Night Dining
Restaurants and eateries open late for post-party meals and midnight cravings.
Osteria dei Leoni Firenze
Highly rated Italian in Florence with 4.6 stars from 877 reviews.
📍 Via dei Leoni, 2r, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Established local favorite
- 🌃Authentic Italian cuisine
La Buchetta Food & Wine Restaurant
Highly rated Restaurant in Florence with 4.7 stars from 2948 reviews.
📍 Via dei Benci, 3, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Knowledgeable staff
Osteria del Corso
Highly rated Restaurant in Florence with 4.8 stars from 1136 reviews.
📍 Via del Corso, 36r, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Knowledgeable staff
Trattoria Zà Zà
Highly rated Italian in Florence with 4.5 stars from 31210 reviews.
📍 Piazza del Mercato Centrale, 26r, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Authentic Italian cuisine
La Fettunta
Highly rated Italian in Florence with 4.7 stars from 5693 reviews.
📍 Via dei Neri, 72r, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Budget-friendly prices
- 🌃Authentic Italian cuisine
Osteria Cancello dei Macci
Highly rated Italian in Florence with 4.8 stars from 1069 reviews.
📍 Via dei Macci, 74r, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Authentic Italian cuisine
Osteria La Dolce Vita Firenze
Highly rated Italian in Florence with 4.7 stars from 1125 reviews.
📍 Via dei Tavolini, 3r, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Authentic Italian cuisine
Osteria Antica Casa Torre
Highly rated Italian in Florence with 4.8 stars from 1899 reviews.
📍 Piazza Di San Pier Maggiore 7, R, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
- 🌃Highly rated by customers
- 🌃Popular with locals and visitors
- 🌃Authentic Italian cuisine
Entertainment & Shows
Comedy clubs, theaters, and entertainment venues offering nighttime performances.
Teatro del Sale
Experience world-class theatrical performances at this Florence venue, featuring talented actors and captivating productions.
- •Book tickets in advance for popular shows
- •Arrive 15-20 minutes before curtain time
- •Dress code varies - check venue requirements
- •Turn off mobile phones during performance
- •Check for student or group discounts
Teatro Cartiere Carrara
Experience world-class theatrical performances at this Florence venue, featuring talented actors and captivating productions.
- •Book tickets in advance for popular shows
- •Arrive 15-20 minutes before curtain time
- •Dress code varies - check venue requirements
- •Turn off mobile phones during performance
- •Check for student or group discounts
Stand-up Comedy Firenze | Comici Miei
Laugh the night away at this popular Florence comedy venue, showcasing both local and touring comedians.
- •Arrive early for best seating
- •Two-drink minimum often required
- •Be prepared to interact with performers
- •Check age restrictions (often 18+ or 21+)
- •Avoid sitting in front row if you don't want attention
NOF - Eat & Drink
Experience unforgettable entertainment at this Florence venue, offering shows and performances for all tastes.
- •Book tickets online in advance
- •Check show duration and intermissions
- •Arrive early to find parking
- •Review venue policies before attending
- •Check for package deals
Teatro Puccini
Experience world-class theatrical performances at this Florence venue, featuring talented actors and captivating productions.
- •Book tickets in advance for popular shows
- •Arrive 15-20 minutes before curtain time
- •Dress code varies - check venue requirements
- •Turn off mobile phones during performance
- •Check for student or group discounts
Bargiù Club at YellowSquare Florence
Catch live music performances at this vibrant Florence venue, featuring diverse artists and genres.
- •Check venue capacity and arrive early
- •Earplugs recommended for loud venues
- •Cash for drinks and merchandise
- •Check setlist times if multiple acts
- •Coat check often available
Nightlife Districts
Popular neighborhoods and areas known for vibrant nightlife and bar-hopping.
Pink Street Club
Explore Florence's vibrant nightlife in this popular district, known for its diverse bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.
- •Start early to explore multiple venues
- •Use ride-sharing or public transit
- •Keep valuables secure
- •Check dress codes for upscale venues
- •Stay in groups for safety
Mayday Club
Explore Florence's vibrant nightlife in this popular district, known for its diverse bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.
- •Start early to explore multiple venues
- •Use ride-sharing or public transit
- •Keep valuables secure
- •Check dress codes for upscale venues
- •Stay in groups for safety
YAB | Discoteca Firenze
Explore Florence's vibrant nightlife in this popular district, known for its diverse bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.
- •Start early to explore multiple venues
- •Use ride-sharing or public transit
- •Keep valuables secure
- •Check dress codes for upscale venues
- •Stay in groups for safety
Full Up Club
Explore Florence's vibrant nightlife in this popular district, known for its diverse bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.
- •Start early to explore multiple venues
- •Use ride-sharing or public transit
- •Keep valuables secure
- •Check dress codes for upscale venues
- •Stay in groups for safety
XO CLUB & LOUNGE - DISCOTECA IN CENTRO A FIRENZE
Explore Florence's vibrant nightlife in this popular district, known for its diverse bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.
- •Start early to explore multiple venues
- •Use ride-sharing or public transit
- •Keep valuables secure
- •Check dress codes for upscale venues
- •Stay in groups for safety
Mad - Souls & Spirits
Explore Florence's vibrant nightlife in this popular district, known for its diverse bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.
- •Start early to explore multiple venues
- •Use ride-sharing or public transit
- •Keep valuables secure
- •Check dress codes for upscale venues
- •Stay in groups for safety
Essential Tips
- 🌃Check dress codes before heading out
- 🌃Arrive early to avoid long lines at popular venues
- 🌃Use ride-sharing apps for safe transportation
- 🌃Keep valuables secure and stay aware of surroundings
- 🌃Pace yourself and stay hydrated
- 🌃Research cover charges and drink prices
- 🌃Make reservations for popular venues
- 🌃Bring valid ID - many places are strict about checking
- 🌃Start early - some venues close earlier than expected
- 🌃Ask locals for current hotspots and hidden gems
Practical Information
Best Time to Visit
The best time for nightlife experiences in Florence varies by activity and season. Generally, spring and fall offer ideal conditions with pleasant weather and fewer crowds. Summer is peak season with the most options but also the highest prices and largest crowds. Winter can offer unique experiences and better deals, though some activities may be limited.
Average Price
Prices for nightlife experiences in Florence range widely depending on the activity and level of service. Budget options start around $20-50, mid-range experiences typically cost $75-150, while premium and exclusive options can range from $200-500+. Many activities offer group discounts and package deals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Florence offers many excellent nightlife experiences, each with its own unique character. The best choice depends on your preferences, budget, and schedule, but our guide highlights the top-rated options that consistently deliver exceptional experiences.
Timing varies by activity, but generally spring and fall offer ideal conditions. Summer is peak season with the most options but larger crowds. Check individual listings for specific timing recommendations and seasonal considerations.
For popular experiences, especially during peak season, advance booking is highly recommended. Some activities have limited capacity and sell out quickly. Booking ahead also often provides better rates and ensures availability.
Requirements vary by activity, but generally bring comfortable clothing, appropriate footwear, sun protection, water, and any specific gear mentioned in activity descriptions. Check individual listings for detailed requirements.
Many nightlife experiences in Florence cater to all skill levels, from beginners to experts. Check individual listings for difficulty levels and requirements. Many operators offer instruction and guidance for newcomers.
Costs vary widely depending on the type of experience and level of service. Budget options start around $20-50, mid-range experiences typically cost $75-150, while premium options can range from $200-500+. Group discounts and packages are often available.
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