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Virtual Tours of Italian Museums What can you do when at home for the Coronavirus lockdown? Why not visit a museum in a new way, with a virtual tour, for example. We've rounded up a selection of the Milanese and Italian museums virtually opening their doors to the public thanks to their websites and official social media accounts. BY GIULIA MINERO
ven during these days at home facing the COVID-19 emergency, the culture never stops. Institutions, public and private museums and art galleries are all united to provide their visitors with the Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan Echance to explore their collections, the featured exhibitions – which are all closed to the public – and even enjoy site-specific events and special activities. From podcasts to virtual tours, up to videos, playlists, themed focuses on art, architecture and more, you’ll be spoilt for Reality stories. Sunday: Leonardo da Vinci. choice. Enjoy your visit! Museo della Scienza Other online activities are held on the official e della Tecnologia Facebook, Instagram and YouTube accounts. Pinacoteca di Brera “Leonardo da Vinci” >> Check the online activities at MILAN MILAN www.museoscienza.org The Museum is still working to share its Those who are at home for the safety measures most precious treasures with its visitors. to prevent the spread of COVID-19 or people Fondazione Prada #storieaportechiuse engages visitors of all who just would like to visit a museum and don’t MILAN ages in behind-the-scenes tours, explorations have the chance to do it can take advantage During the lockdown connected to the of the collections and archives, science news, of a new concept of museum visits powered COVID-19 issue, Milan’s Fondazione Prada educational lab activities... with videos, pictures by Pinacoteca di Brera (Brera Art Gallery). has reimagined its cultural offer thanks to and unpublished documents. Most of the On the art gallery’s website, lovers of art can various online services enabling visitors to contents are published in Italian in order to reach discover over 669 works of art thanks to the fully discover the foundation and its heritage more effectively the local audiences. Yet you can online collection. Each masterpiece features straight from their homes. According to this still enjoy the beautiful pictures and fascinating a caption, a description of the context in new concept of multimedia experience, visual material provided in the program. Here which it was created, the used technique and the foundation’s website, as well as the is the daily schedule, every week: Monday: some additional details. Moreover, thanks to a official Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Vimeo Stories from the Museum’s deposits and behind- magnifying lens tool, the most curious visitors and YouTube accounts become the ideal the-scenes work. Tuesday: Interactive workshops can get a close up of paintings, altar pieces and stage to share ideas and explore new ways and informal education. Wednesday: Science religious images as if they were discovering to experiment with culture. Thanks to and technology news. Thursday: Tales from them inside the museum. the “Glossary” section, for instance, the the Museum’s history. Friday: Items from the Museo della Scienza e della Tecnologia “Leonardo da Vinci”, Milan >> Check the online collection at various projects connected to art, cinema, Museum’s archives and libraries. Saturday: Virtual pinacotecabrera.org dance, music, architecture and philosophy
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Raffaello and Michelangelo. Moreover, the anecdotes, ideas, and inspiration. Experience brand-new IperVisioni (HyperVisions) section the museum through Art Talks dedicated to on the official website allows guests to enjoy masterpieces in the collection, short tutorials special ad hoc exhibitions creating a dialogue that bring Kids Days directly to your homes, between art from the past and the various podcasts on the life of Peggy Guggenheim, cultures of the world. Art Quizzes to test your knowledge of art >> Check the online activities at www.uffizi.it history, and highlights of works art chosen by the public. The multimedia contents can be found on the official Instagram account: Musei Vaticani - Facebook ThePeggyGuggenheimCollection, The Vatican Museums Instagram @guggenheim_venice, ROME Twitter @GuggenheimPGC The various halls of the Vatican Museums >> Check the online collections at in Rome – which include 26 sections and www.guggenheim-venice.it museums-within-the-museum, among which the Stanze di Raffaello (Raffaello’s Rooms) and the Sistine Chapel – can be Museo e Real Bosco Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Venice Museo Egizio, Turin admired thanks to 360-degree virtual tours. di Capodimonte The tours are available online on the official NAPLES website and also enable visitors to enjoy a Thanks to the collaboration between is still active. Daily at 5pm artists, designers close-up view of the thousands of works MuseoCity and Google Arts&Culture, and architects can be seen and heard of art part of the Popes’ collection gathered the cultural and artistic gems of the live on the official Instagram account through the centuries. Videos and other Capodimonte Museum near Naples can (@triennalemilano). Moreover, the official multimedia contents can be discovered be admired online straight from home. PERSONAL STORIES. Drawing website enables visitors to enjoy interviews, on the official YouTube channel. The online Google Art&Culture platform inspiration from Giovanni Boccaccio's podcasts and highlights on the world of art gathers over 536 works of art hosted in “The Decameron”, about a group of and culture, as well as videos and images >> Check the online activities at the museum and on its adjacent park. young people who stayed outside from the historical archives of the Triennale. www.museivaticani.va Over 203 paintings can be seen and Florence for ten days to escape the Other online activities are held on the official analysed close-up thanks to the Art Black Plague in 1348 and took turns Facebook and YouTube accounts. Peggy Guggenheim Camera technology, while the special in telling stories to kill the time, >> Check the online activities at Collection Street View tool enables visitors to enjoy Triennale Milano has invited artists, www.triennale.org VENICE 14 themed stories and virtual tours of the designers, architects, intellectuals, musicians, singers, writers, directors The Peggy Guggenheim Collection continues masterpieces hosted in the museum and in and journalists to "inhabit" Triennale its educational mission with weekly e-news the alleys of the Real Bosco. Museo Egizio Milano’s empty spaces in order to TURIN and social media programs that include >> Check the online collections at
CBLUE PLANET STUDIO/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM The Vatican Museums, Rome www.museocapodimonte.beniculturali.it develop a personal story. © The second largest Egyptian Museum in innovative content designed to share the world after the one in Cairo, the Museo launched from 1993 up to our days become Egizio in Turin can be enjoyed thanks to the protagonists of an ideal dialogue of art special guided tours. Led by the museum’s thanks to images, videos, texts and extracts director – Mr. Christian Greco – and available from catalogues. Conversely, the Inner Views Live streamings for free on the official Youtube account, the initiative has been created to substitute a Virtually strolling through gardens, 8-minute tours help visitors discover insightful real visit to the spaces of the Fondazione discovering historical dwellings highlights on the featured findings. Other and to enable visitors to discover the three and their precious objects is now multimedia contents can be found on the featured exhibitions – “The Porcelain Room”, possibile thanks to FAI – Fondo official Instagram account (@museoegizio). Ambiente Italiano. The Italian “Storytelling” and “K” – thanks to an online >> Check the online activities at National Trust has indeed powered learning method based on interviews, museoegizio.it its brad-new #Italiamimanchi online images, videos and focus on the featured project enabling visitors to enjoy masterpieces. A more complete vision of some of its most widely-appreciated art is provided by the Outer Views section, Galleria degli Uffizi properties thanks to live streamings focusing on the contribution of works of art FLORENCE from the Fondazione Prada on loan to other on the official FAI account on The MuseoCity association, together with important Italian and foreign institutions. Facebook, Instagram and on the Google Arts&Culture has introduced a >> Check the online collection at official YouTube channel. new way of visiting the precious museum in www.fondazioneprada.org Florence and its sections thanks to a selection >> Read more at of high-resolution images of the featured https://www.wheremilan.com/news/ Triennale Milano works, which include masterpieces by great italiamimanchi-online-tours-fai/ MILAN Italian masters such as Giotto, Simone Martini, Though Milan’s most known design museum Piero della Francesca, Beato Angelico, Filippo is closed, its Triennale Decameron program Lippi, Botticelli, Mantegna, Correggio, Leonardo, Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence
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SEE MAP Top in Florence PAGE 42 SAN MINIATO AL MONTE 1 4 2 5 The Abbey of San Miniato al Monte is a medieval religious building situated at one of the highest panoramic points in Florence. The most spectacular access is gained via the monumental flight of steps. The outside of the church is decorated with green and white marble, typical of Florentine Romanesque, while the interior, which is unusual and of great beauty, boasts one of the city’s best conserved original floors. 10
MERCATO CENTRALE Built at the end of the 19th century, the Central Market is a building of a certain architectural merit. The project was entrusted to Giuseppe Mengoni, the architect of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele in Milan, who was inspired by 6 3 8 13 Les Halles in Paris. Today, a point of reference for informal but good quality cuisine for both Florentines and tourists. 11
SANTA CROCE One of the “great basilicas” in Florence, a point of reference of the Franciscan order. Giotto painted some of his great masterpieces here and the French writer Stendhal experienced that profound artistic agitation that has been known since then as the “Stendhal syndrome”. The basilica contains the monumental sepulchres of Michelangelo, Galileo and Machiavelli. 12 SHUTTERSTOCK SANTA MARIA NOVELLA A point of reference of the Dominican order, PHOTOS © the church, with its elegant façade by Leon Battista Alberti, is a harmonious synthesis of Gothic and Renaissance styles. It hosts exceptional works of art by Masaccio, Giotto, DUOMO AND CUPOLA CAMPANILE DI GIOTTO square are the Fountain of Neptune and a series Middle Ages the bridge hosted greengrocers’, PALAZZO PITTI AND GIARDINO DI BOBOLI Brunelleschi, Filippino Lippi, Domenico Completed in 1436, at the time the Duomo 84.70 metres high and around 15 wide, the of statues of Renaissance origin, representing fishmongers’ and butchers’ shops, who used The symbol of wealth and power, the building Ghirlandaio and Paolo Uccello. 13 in Florence was the largest Christian church Giotto’s bell tower is one of the four main one of the most important sculptural cycles in the river to dispose of their waste in a hurry. was inhabited by the Medici, then by the in the world. Today the religious building, the components of the complex of Santa Maria the world. The most famous is certainly At the end of the 16th century, however, Habsburg-Lorraines and, after the Unity of Italy, SANTO SPIRITO official name of which is “Cathedral of Santa del Fiore. Lined with white, red and green Michelangelo’s David (this is a copy, whereas when it became the “noble” zone of the city, by the Savoy family. The original architecture A point of reference of the Augustinian order. Maria del Fiore”, is third in terms of marble, the majestic square-based bell tower, the original is conserved in the Galleria the goldsmiths and jewellers started to arrive, dates back to the 15th century and “Pitti” is the The church has given its name to the entire dimensions after St. Peter’s in Rome and St. designed by Giotto in 1334, can be visited by dell’Accademia). 4 and they have been there uninterruptedly surname of its first owner. The building is located surrounding neighbourhood, “Borgo Santo Paul’s Cathedral in London. Brunelleschi’s climbing no less than 414 stairs up to the top, to this day. 6 Oltrarno, at the foot of Boboli Hill. The Boboli Spirito”. A jewel of Renaissance architecture, Dome, still the tallest construction in the city, from where you can enjoy extraordinary views GALLERIA DEGLI UFFIZI Gardens are one of the most important examples the church was the last great project by Filippo is a symbol known all over the world. 1 of Brunelleschi’s Dome. 3 One of the most famous museums in the world CORRIDOIO VASARIANO of Italian-style gardens in the world. 8 Brunelleschi. 14 on account of its extraordinary collections of The Vasari Corridor is a raised walkway BATTISTERO PIAZZA DELLA SIGNORIA ancient sculptures and paintings (from the connecting Ponte Vecchio with Palazzo Pitti. PIAZZALE MICHELANGELO SAN LORENZO The Baptistery of St. John the Baptist is AND PALAZZO VECCHIO Middle Ages to the modern age). The Gallery It is a rather narrow passage the entrance to This is the most famous and appreciated One of the “great basilicas” of Florence, founded, characterised by an octagonal plan, lined This is the central square of Florence, the seat occupies the first and second floors of the large which is at the beginning of the second panoramic point in Florence, with its views according to the tradition, by Saint Ambrose, with a dome of eight segments, covered by of civil power and social heart of the city. Facing building erected between 1560 and 1580 corridor of the Uffizi Gallery; it then stretches seen all over the world in million of postcards the first bishop of Milan, in the 4th century AD. a pyramid roof. The outside is decorated onto it are Palazzo Vecchio (the seat of the based on a project by Giorgio Vasari 5 along the Arno, over the Ponte Vecchio, and reproductions. The design of the square Its current appearance, however, is the result of with white marble from Carrara and green Municipal Council of Florence), the splendid finally arriving at Palazzo Pitti. It was built in dates back to 1869, when Florence was capital the last major reconstruction work that took marble from Prato, characteristics of the Loggia della Signoria, the Tribunale della PONTE VECCHIO 1565 by the great Florentine architect Giorgio of Italy. Dedicated to the city’s most famous place in the 15th century at the wishes of the Florentine architecture of the Romanesque Mercanzia, Palazzo Uguccioni and Palazzo delle The official date of foundation of the current Vasari. On display along the Corridor are over artist, the square has bronze copies of some of Medici and under the direction of the great period. 2 Assicurazioni Generali. Also prominent in the Ponte Vecchio is given as 1345. For the entire 1000 paintings. 7 Michelangelo’s most famous sculptures. 9 architect Filippo Brunelleschi. 15
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DUOMO 1 and libraries. Its park is a favourite with old one of the most important cultural centres in BRERA DISTRICT 8 ago to ferry people and merchandise to districts. The heart of the area is the large Among one of the most important Gothic and young alike. Map E4 the city, hosting exhibitions of international This is an artsy neighbourhood which really Milan. This network was perfected in 1457 by raised square dedicated to architect and buildings in the world, the church constructed renown. Near the Duomo, it’s the perfect comes to life at night. The Pinacoteca di Leonardo da Vinci. Today, the area is bursting designer Gae Aulenti. Just a little further on over a period of 450 years is the symbol of CENACOLO VINCIANO 4 place to escape the crowds of the Duomo’s Brera is one of the most important museums with trendy dining and nightlife spots. you will encounter the Bosco Verticale with Milan. To experience the Duomo at its most One of the most famous attractions in the square. Map F5 in Milan. Its permanent collections offer a Map E6 the new Biblioteca degli Alberi.the new BAM- majestic you must ascend to the roof. Map F4 world, “The Last Supper” by Leonardo da wealth of exceptionally good Italian and Biblioteca degli Alberi. Map S2 Vinci is a 15th century large mural painting PIAZZA SCALA 6 foreign masterpieces. Map F3 SAN SIRO STADIUM 11 GALLERIA VITTORIO EMANUELE II 2 representing the scene of the last supper The perfect location for the Gallerie d’Italia With a capacity of 80,000 seats, it is the TRIENNALE MILANO 14 Sometimes known as “the living-room of the of Jesus narrated in the Gospel. This fragile Museum and the opera house Teatro alla Scala. AMBROSIANA 9 largest stadium in Italy and the 4th in Since 1923 this is an international institution Milanese”, this elegant, four-storey arcade, masterpiece was painted by Leonardo using In the center of the square is the monument The Picture Gallery contains several exquisite Europe. Off Map which organises exhibitions and events about housing luxury cafés and famous designer a technique that was chemically imperfect dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci. Map F4 works of art from the 15th through 17th arts, designs, architecture, fashion, cinema, shops, is covered by a glass barrel vault and a and by the early 16th century it has started centuries. The Biblioteca Federiciana has on SANT’AMBROGIO 12 photography and theatre. Map D3 beautiful glass cupola. Map F4 to flake and decay, resulting in numerous MONTENAPOLEONE DISTRICT 7 show Leonardo’s Codex Atlanticus. One of the most ancient churches in Milan, it 15 restorations. Map D4 Milan is known as one of the the Pinacoteca is exhibiting the preparatory was built in 379-386 A.D., in an area where CIMITERO MONUMENTALE CASTELLO SFORZESCO 3 shopping capitals of the world and via Cartoon for The ‘School of Athens’, one of the martyrs had been buried. Map E5 A real outdoor museum catering, on the one The ancient seat of the ruling Visconti, it was PALAZZO REALE 5 Montenapoleone, together with the Golden best-known paintings by Raphael. Map F5 hand to the whims of the elite of Milan’s later rebuilt by Francesco Sforza and is now Formerly the residence of all those who Quad, is entirely given over to luxury PORTA NUOVA DISTRICT 13 society, and on the other to works of art simply known by the Milanese as “Il Castello”. governed Milan, from Napoleon to the Royal shopping. Here the most important fashion NAVIGLI 10 A vibrant, futuristic district overlooking two by famous sculptors of various eras. It houses a number of interesting museums House of Savoy, the Royal Palace is currently designers offer their creations. Map F4-G4 The Navigli are artificial canals built 800 years neighbourhoods: the Garibaldi and Isola Map E1
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SEE MAP Top in Venice PAGE 46 SAN GIORGIO MAGGIORE 1 11 6 4 This small island is part of the panorama that can be enjoyed from St. Mark’s square and is part of the San Marco sestiere. The church of San Giorgio Maggiore is one of the masterpieces of Andrea Palladio. The monumental complex of the former Benedectine monastery (founded in the 10th century) is now home to the Cini Foundation arts centre hosting ‘Le Stanze del Vetro’ cultural project, devoted to the study and appreciation of 20th century Venetian glass art. 10
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THE GHETTO The Jewish ghetto of Venice, the first ever, was established in 1516. It is located in a secluded sestiere of Cannaregio. A walk through ‘calli’, ‘campi’ and ‘campielli’’ allows visitors to soak up a magical, cocoon-like atmosphere that brings
OLGA GAVRILOVA/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM CANADASTOCK/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM to mind Shakespeare’s play the ‘Merchant of © © Venice’. Here you can admire ancient synagogues, the ‘tower houses’, the ‘schole’ and the workshops. 12 BASILICA DI SAN MARCO CANAL GRANDE name derives are not those of lovers, but those pontoon bridge at the canal’s narrowest point SCALA CONTARINI DEL BOVOLO This is the most important catholic church in Although it is known as ‘the most beautiful of condemned prisoners, emitted as they were to facilitate access to the popular Rialto A rare gem of Venetian architecture, just steps THE ISLANDS the city. The original church dates back to street in the world’, the Grand Canal is the main led down to the cells. It can be accessed on a Market, it is still a hub of commerce and is from Campo San Manin: a combination of Although the whole of Venice lies on an before the year 1000, while its famous waterway of Venice. Lined on both sides by an visit to the Palazzo Ducale. 4 lined on both sides by shops. It includes as Renaissance, Gothic and Byzantine elements. archipelago, an ‘excursion to the islands’ polychrome façade, embellished with mosaics uninterrupted series of palaces, churches, many as 120 steps. Witness to centuries of The external ‘bovolo’ (snail-shell) stairwell of generally means a half-day cruise on a boat and bas-reliefs, is a 13th century addition. hotels and other public buildings, it offers a TEATRO LA FENICE history, it is exciting to cross it, but even more Palazzo Contarini is enclosed in a cylinder to visit the islands of Murano, Torcello or Inside, a triumphant array of domes and journey back into history, evoking the pomp Twice destroyed by fire and twice restored spectacular when seen from the water, perforated like lace. The architectural beauty Burano, three charming, small islands, rich transepts, mosaics and gold, marble and and splendor of the ancient Serenissima. to its former splendour (the last time was perhaps aboard a gondola. 6 of the stairwell, combined with the view that in history and tradition. Murano is famous numerous other treasures. 1 Almost directly opposite the Piazza San Marco, between 1996 and 2003), for centuries it has can be enjoyed on reaching the top, is well throughout the world for its hand-blown where the Grand Canal empties into the been Venice's principal stage for world-class GALLERIE DELL’ACCADEMIA worth a visit. 8 glass (artisanal workshops still display PALAZZO DUCALE lagoon, the Punta della Dogana former opera, music, theater, and ballet. However, its They host the most important collection of glassmakers at work). Torcello, birthplace A masterpiece of Gothic art and a repository harbour stands at an important point. Today high point came in the 19th century when it Venetian and Veneto artworks dated between CHIESA AND SCUOLA GRANDE of the lagoon, once a thriving town with of innumerable art treasures, it features a it hosts important collective or monographic hosted the ‘premieres’ of operas by Rossini, the 14th and 18th centuries. Here you can DI SAN ROCCO 8,000 inhabitants, is today a semi-rural island number of different and intricate architectural exhibitions, featuring works from the Pinault Bellini, Donizetti and Verdi. Not only strongly admire masterpieces by Giovanni Bellini, A Renaissance complex consisting of a church with only 17 permanent residents and two and ornamental details, dating from the 9th Collection. 3 associated with Venice’s cultural heritage, it is Giorgione, Carpaccio, Titian, Tintoretto, Veronese and adjoining palace, it was built as a sign of medieval churches that speak poignantly century. Formerly the residence and also a stunning feat of architecture. 5 and Tiepolo and works by several important devotion to San Rocco who was called upon of past glories. Burano is one of the most government centre of the Doge sit not only PONTE DEI SOSPIRI landscape artists including Canaletto, Bellotto to protect the plague-stricken population of photographed sights in the world, thanks houses temporary exhibitions but can also be A Baroque bridge that, by crossing the Rio di PONTE DI RIALTO and Guardi. The monumental complex hosting Venice during the 15th century. The interiors to colourful houses reflected in its canals. visited via self-guided routes that allow visitors Palazzo, once connected the Palazzo Ducale This is the oldest and most beautiful of the these works occupies the ancient church of are filled with numerous treasures, including It is also famous for its artisanal lace work access to all of its rooms, superbly decorated to the prisons, and today it is one of Venice’s four bridges crossing the Grand Canal. Santa Maria della Carità and a complex an impressive number of works by Tintoretto and a particular kind of biscuit, which also by artists like Titian, Tiepolo and Tintoretto. 2 most romantic sights. The ‘sighs’ from which its Originally built during medieval times as a designed by Andrea Palladio in 1561. 7 as well those by Tiepolo and Giorgione. 9 resembles lace. 13
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factory (now FCA), still symbolizes the 17 10 10 13 wealth of the city. Reconverted by Renzo Piano in the 1980s, it hosts events and the famous rooftop test track. The old Carpano plants, lying adjacent to the Lingotto complex, are now occupied by ‘Eataly’s’ vast food market. 10
MUSEO NAZIONALE DELL’AUTOMOBILE The Car Museum (MAUTO) was opened in 1960 and is one of the oldest car museums in the world. The semi-circular building overlooking the River Po acts as a prelude to the three floors of the collection featuring a spectacular layout designed by François Confinio, who also designed the exhibition space of the Museum of LUCA SANTILLI/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM CLAUDIO DIVIZIA/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM GIMAS/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM © © © Cinema. 11
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BASILICA DI SUPERGA Situated on the hills surrounding Turin, it offers a breathtaking view. It was built as a thanksgiving to the Virgin Mary for Turin’s deliverance from the French siege (1706) and designed by Filippo Juvarra. One of the most picturesque ways of MARCO CRUPI/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM ANDREA GUERMANI CKTRAVELLING/SHUTTERSTOCK.COM © ©
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REGGIA DI VENARIA REALE MOLE ANTONELLIANA artifacts, from the Paleolithic to the Coptic era. headquarters of the first Subalpine Senate. Its King Vittorio Amedeo II gifted it to his future VIA PO PROMENADE Located inside the Park of La Mandria, this is a A landmark building of Turin since 1889, it was The archaeologist and Egyptologist Jean- name refers to ‘Madame Royale’ Christine of bride in 1714. Don’t miss a visit to this A stroll beneath the typical Torinese porticoes in Baroque-style complex built in the mid-17th purchased by the municipality who decided to François Champollion once said: ‘the road to France, who took up residence here in 1600. The magnificent residence, distinguished by the via Po, packed with shops and cafés, is an century as a glorified hunting lodge for Carlo make it a monument to Italian unification. Memphis and Thebes passes through Turin’. 2 view of the city from the Panoramic Tower is remains of its original 18th century absolute must. From here, you can access Piazza Emanuele II. Particularly worthy of note are the Standing at a height of 167.5m, at the time of its spectacular. 4 decorations and furnishings, and its Italianate Vittorio Veneto, the largest square in the city. The Grand Gallery, the Chapel of St. Hubert, the construction it was the highest brick building in MUSEI REALI gardens. Villa della Regina is a part of the square ends at the Vittorio Emanuele I bridge, Galleria di Diana, the 18th century Scuderie Europe. Built in an eclectic style, the Mole has a The residence of the Savoys until 1865, it is now PARCO DEL VALENTINO circuit of the Royal Residences of Turin and which connects it to the square of the church of Juvarrine and the Citroniera, now used to host squat square base topped by a large dome with owned by the Italian government. The museum Located on the banks of the Po River, and Piedmont, a UNESCO world heritage site. 6 the Gran Madre di Dio (1830), renowned for its events. It is a part of the circuit of the Royal a spire. You can ascend to the panoramic tour comprises a 3km route spread over 30,000 spread over 550,000 sq.m., this is the city’s most imposing pantheon-like shape. 8 Residences of Turin and Piedmont. 14 observation platform either by elevator or on sq.m. and 7 hectares of Royal Gardens. In 1563, popular park. Its interior houses numerous TEATRO REGIO foot by climbing its 573 steps. Since 2000, it has Duke Emanuele Filiberto of Savoy moved the treasures including the Castello del Valentino, a The Regio is one of the most important Italian PIAZZA SAN CARLO PALAZZINA DI CACCIA DI STUPINIGI hosted the National Museum of Cinema. 1 capital of the duchy from Chambéry to Turin, UNESCO world heritage site and a part of the theatres on the European scene, offering an Also known as ‘the drawing room’ of the city, it Built in Baroque style in 1729, and only 10km marking the beginning of a major urban circuit of the Royal Residences action-packed program of opera and ballet. It was commissioned by Marie Christine of France from Piazza Castello, with its French garden, MUSEO EGIZIO transformation and the enrichment of the of Turin and Piedmont, the Medieval Village and was designed by Filippo Juvarra and in true Parisian style with seemingly endless Stupinigi was the royal family’s favourite place for Founded in 1824, Turin’s Egyptian Museum is dynastic collections, which now include artifacts Castle, and the Botanical Gardens (1729). 5 inaugurated in 1740. Destroyed by a fire in porticoes housing fashion boutiques, and an celebrations and events. At the beginning of the the oldest Egyptian museum in the world and from the prehistoric era to the present time. 3 1936, and rebuilt in 1973 by Turinese architect equestrian statue - the ‘Caval d’Brons’ – of Duke 20th century, Queen Margherita of Savoy took the second in terms of the value and quality of VILLA DELLA REGINA Carlo Mollino, the only part of the original Emanuele Filiberto of Savoy at its centre. 9 up permanent residence here. In 1919, Stupinigi its treasures outside of Cairo. In 2006, during PALAZZO MADAMA The summer country residence of the House of building that still remains is its façade, now a became the headquarters of the Furniture Turin’s Winter Olympics, the museum was Situated in the centre of piazza Castello, it has Savoy, it was built at the beginning of the 17th UNESCO world heritage site. Its unusual gate, LINGOTTO Museum. It is a part of the circuit of the Royal re-modelled by Oscar-winning set designer always been a reference point in the city, from century as a court vineyard. It became known as named ‘Odissea Musicale’ (Musical Odyssey) is This complex of buildings built in 1916, based Residences of Turin and Piedmont, a UNESCO Dante Ferretti. It houses more than 37,000 Roman times to 1848, when it became the Villa della Regina (literally the Queen’s Villa) when by Umberto Mastroianni. 7 on a project by Matté Trucco to house the FIAT world heritage site. 15
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COLOSSEUM 1 the Four Rivers, which encompasses with the imperious statue of Oceano many more. The Sistine Chapel by Passetto, a passageway used to be a summit of the Campidoglio is located The Colosseum is the indestructible an Egyptian obelisk and a sculpture of dominating the scene. Make sure to toss Michelangelo is regarded as one of secret escape for the popes. the Basilica of Santa Maria in Ara Coeli, symbol of the Eternal City and the four river gods. Other two magnificent a coin or two into its famous waters to the major artistic accomplishments of Map C2/3 reachable by a steep staircase counting largest amphitheatre ever built. It was fountains decorate the piazza: the assure your return to Rome. Map E3 human civilization. Map B2 MOUTH OF TRUTH 0 124 steps. Map D4 used for gladiatorial contests and public fountain of the Moor, and the Fountain SAINT PETER’S BASILICA 6 PANTHEON 8 It is a marble mask which stands PIAZZA DEL POPOLO 12 spectacles such as mock sea battles, of the Neptune. Map D3 The greatest church in the world with art The city only architecturally intact against the left wall of Santa Maria in It is an enormous square architecturally wild animal hunts, executions, and PIAZZA DI SPAGNA 4 masterpieces including Michelangelo’s monument from classical times, Cosmedin church. As a lie-detector superb and perfectly symmetrical, reenactments of famous battles. The most famous staircase in the world, Pietà and Bernini’s Baldacchino. constructed by Agrippa in 27 BC from another time, it attracts dominated by an Egyptian obelisk Map F4 with its sinuous flight of steps (1772). Michelangelo’s mighty silver-blue and rebuilt by Hadrian. The interior thousands of visitors who audaciously and enriched by important churches ROMAN FORUM 2 Climb the stairs for a fantastic view of dome dominates the grandiose scene, measures 43.4 m in width and height. stick their hand in the mouth. such as the church of Santa Maria del The heart of Ancient Rome. See the the city and visit the stunning Trinità dei while Bernini’s Colonnade forms the Light and air (and even rain) enter According to legend, a liar who puts Popolo, which boasts masterpieces by Arch of Titus, the Temple of Saturn, Monti church at the very top. At its feet solemn entrance to the Vatican and the through the opening at the top his hand in the mouth will have it Caravaggio and Pinturicchio. the House of the Vestal Virgins, and is the graceful Fountain of the Barcaccia Christendom. Map B3 through which the sky pervade the bitten off. Map D5 Map D1 by Bernini from which begins Via temple. Map D3 more. Climb the Palatine Hill to find the VATICAN MUSEUMS/SISTINE CHAPEL 7 CAPITOLINE HILL ! VILLA BORGHESE 13 Domus Flavia and the Museo Palatino. Condotti, the most exclusive shopping CASTEL SANT’ANGELO One of the seven hills of Rome, The most important museum of Rome 9 The most celebrated and easily accessible Map E/F4/5 street in Rome. Map E2 Emperor Hadrian’s mausoleum, boasting a piazza, designed by with an incomparable collection villa is Villa Borghese on the Pincian hill. TREVI FOUNTAIN transformed into a majestic fortress Michelangelo with a bronze copy PIAZZA NAVONA 3 5 of Egyptian, Etruscan, Roman, Take a walk through its intricate gardens centuries later, now a museum. It is of the equestrian statue of Marcus One of the most beautiful squares in Architect Nicola Salvi’s iconic fountain, Renaissance, and baroque art; works or go rowing at the romantic Giardino del joined to the Vatican by the famous Aurelius in the middle. On the highest Rome, it boasts Bernini’s Fountain of celebrating the triumph of waters by Raphael, Caravaggio, Canova, and Lago. Map D1
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TRADITIONAL EVENTS IN FLORENCE ◄ TIFFANY & CO. From the combination of stylised angles 6 JANUARY 1 MAY 26 JULY and sleek lines comes the marvellous purity CAVALCATA DEI MAGI TROFEO MARZOCCO-SBANDIERATORI FESTA DI SANT’ANNA GIFT of the “Tiffany T” collection. This splendid A historical re-enactment of the Epiphany A contest between historical groups of A secular and religious festival held near yellow gold and corniola pendant framed when Three Wise Men brought gifts flag-wavers organized by the “Bandierai the church of Orsanmichele, in which the by sparkling diamonds, with an intense of gold, frankincense and myrrh to the degli Uffizi di Firenze”, which takes place figure of Saint Anne, co-patron saint of the brightness and an extraordinary lustre, Baby Jesus. A celebration that takes in Piazza della Signoria. city, is venerated. GUIDE is very modern. www.tiffany.it place wearing splendid fifteenth-century costumes. THIRD SUNDAY IN MAY 10 AUGUST We’ve compiled a short guide PALIO DEL BALUARDO FESTA DI SAN LORENZO offering ideas for this season. A crossbow shooting competition to It takes place in the morning with a A great opportunity to spend commemorate the birth of the Florentine “Historical Procession of the Florentine some pleasant moments Republic on 16th May 1527, the date when Republic” from the Piazzetta di Parte Guelfa the Medici were expelled from Florence. through the streets of the historic centre to browsing the essential the Basilica di San Lorenzo. In the evening, The competition is held at the Bastione destinations for luxury shopping ► GREVI in Piazza San Lorenzo. known as the Fonte della Ginevra. in the centre of Florence, while A 1920s shape with raised brim enjoying its beauties. and hand-made grosgrain flower trim: this is just one 23 MAY END OF SEPTEMBER ® Where guarantees that you of the models by the historic LA FIORITA BACCO ARTIGIANO won’t leave empty-handed! company that has been working A Florentine tradition celebrating the A traditional Festival of Wine and the since 1875 to create women’s, RITRATTO DI ANNA MARIA LUISA CON I FIORI, OPERA ANTONIO FRANCHI, C. 1682–1683. RITRATTO burning at the stake of Dominican preacher outstanding products of the territory. men’s and children’s collections ANNA MARIA LUISA DE’ MEDICI Concomitant entertainment events are Fra Girolamo Savonarola, a controversial using age-old workmanship also held to mark the occasion. figure in the city’s history. A wreath of techniques implemented by flowers is laid on the plaque dedicated to ▼ BRANDIMARTE highly specialist personnel. 18 FEBRUARY him in Piazza della Signoria, after which From the silver jewellery collection, these www.grevi.it ANNIVERSARY OF THE DEATH OF THE rose petals are thrown into the Arno from silvered, gilded and pink “spring bracelets” ELECTRESS OF THE PALATINATE Ponte Vecchio. are the result of artisan workmanship Celebration of the last heir of the Medici Made in Tuscany. Like silverware for dynasty, Anna Maria Luisa: the presence in the table, jewellery too has the aim of Florence of extraordinary artistic treasures 24 JUNE enabling the noble metal to be used in including the Uffizi Gallery, the Palatine daily life so that its beauty and special Gallery and the Gallery of the Academy FESTA DI SAN GIOVANNI and FINALE DEL characteristics can be appreciated. is all due to her. To mark the occasion, CALCIO STORICO ▼ L’IPPOGRIFO www.brandimarte.com some municipal museums allow access A contest that has taken place in Piazza SHUTTERSTOCK.COM The charm and tradition of a free of charge. Santa Croce for 600 years on the day of unique art that can only be found St. John the Baptist, the patron saint of in the shops and laboratories the city. Highly competitive, it combines PHOTO © of the Oltrarno: “Ponte Vecchio 25 MARCH football, rugby and wrestling and is held as FESTA DI SAN LORENZO seen from the rooftops” uses the the culmination of a tournament between CAPODANNO FIORENTINO etching technique, which enables teams from the city’s neighbourhoods: The Florentine “Old New Year”, celebrated original limited edition numbered White from Santo Spirito, Red from Santa 8 OCTOBER since before the advent of the Gregorian graphic works to be created, from Maria Novella, Green from San Giovanni Calendar (1582), with a parade through FESTA DI SANTA REPARATA etching to printing. and Blue from Santa Croce. the central streets of the city in historical At Santa Maria del Fiore each year the www.ippogrifostampedarte.com costumes. ceremony is held of the offering of candles in the crypt. According to the legend it was thanks to the miraculous intercession EASTER of Saint Reparata that the Florentines succeeded in repelling the siege of the SCOPPIO DEL CARRO Ostrogoths in 406 AD, an event that marked ▲ SAVINI TARTUFI A popular secular and religious the triumph of Christianity in Florence. “Il Tartufato” is part of a line tradition that dates back to the time of packs designed to give of the Crusades. A procession with (and give yourself ) inviting truffle percussionists and flag-wavers in END OF DECEMBER historical costumes, city officials products as gifts. Included in this and representatives of the clergy, FESTA DEGLI OMAGGI composition are Peschiole with accompanies a cart with a pyrotechnic An ancient folkloristic event in which the summer truffle, Tagliolini with truffle, tower from the church of SS. Apostoli “Procession of the Florentine Republic” Cream with Parmigiano Reggiano to Santa Maria del Fiore, where it is addresses the civil and religious authorities cheese and truffle, Butter with set alight. BACCO ARTIGIANO to wish them good luck during the festivities. summer truffle and Cream of fig, honey and truffle. www.savinitartufi.it
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seventeen historic districts that comprise the city compete against each other. The square is dominated by a series of buildings of inestimable historical and architectural value, including the 14th-century Palazzo Pubblico and the attached Torre del Mangia, with its characteristic red colour, the Cappella di Piazza, the Loggia della Mercanzia and Palazzo Sansedoni. But Siena is not just Piazza del Campo: lose yourself along the picturesque medieval alleys, where you can purchase the local hand-crafted goods or taste the traditional panforte, the typical
Sienese spiced bread with almonds, candied SONGQUAN DENG / SHUTTERSTOCK.COM fruit and pepper. And a few kilometres from Siena, another Lucca, Piazza dell’Anfiteatro PHOTO © town declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO awaits you with its towers and its and convents, you can enjoy beautiful views of removed from the tourist routes, rich in traces characteristic medieval architecture. It is the Florence and the Florentine countryside. If you and remains of ancient civilisations, picturesque unmissable San Gimignano, situated in the love panoramas, another unmissable spot is the medieval towns and culinary festivals. heart of the Tuscan countryside. Walking small town of Settignano. round this small town, the 13th/14th-century The very famous Chianti zone, renowned for TUSCANY BIKING appearance of which is still practically its vineyards, verdant valleys, rows of cypresses, Would you like to discover the area around unchanged, is almost like going back in time. olive groves, towns and abbeys built on hilltops, Florence from a different perspective, more
SHUTTERSTOCK.COM San Gimignano is famous above all for its is around half an hour by car from the centre of on a human scale and in contact with medieval towers, which were as many as 72 at Florence. If you are lucky enough to be there nature? Then you can opt for a bicycle tour. one time and today are just fifteen, including between September and November you can Pedalling along the romantic olive groves,
Siena city panoramic skyline, countryside and rolling hills in a misty day. PHOTO © some in ruins and without their tops but still witness two key events for the economy vineyards, medieval town and Medici villas, visible as part of the urban fabric. and culture of the territory: the harvesting taking in the perfumes and colours of the of grapes and olives. Tuscan countryside in ways that would the nickname of “city of the 100 churches”, NATURALISTIC ITINERARIES Let’s now leave this idyllic setting and move otherwise be impossible. After the effort of Renaissance squares and buildings and Florence is surrounded by hills, gentle valleys towards a wilder, more barren territory, that of pedalling, almost all the tours envisage rest Roman amphitheatres. and luxuriant vineyards. Climbing them is easy, the Crete Senesi. Located in the area south- and refreshment with visits to wine cellars Nature and art The famous Leaning Tower of Pisa can also both on foot and on the numerous buses east of Siena, the crete are clay hills, the result and the tasting of wines, olive oils and local be easily reached from Florence in about departing from the city centre. Over the years of the continuous erosion of the sea sediments. specialities. If you are not particularly sporty an hour by train. Loved by tourists from the hill of Fiesole has been the source of These bare, softly undulating hills, with their but would still like to visit the outskirts of If Florence offers tourists f you choose Florence as your base, all over the world for its peculiar tilt, the inspiration for artists, spiritual figures, noble characteristic grey-blue colour and almost lunar Florence from this unique perspective, then the good news is that around an hour Tower of Pisa is in reality the bell tower of families, writers and entrepreneurs. From this appearance, are dotted with cypresses and you can choose a tour by Vespa, with that an unrivalled cultural and away by train, bus or car you will find the Cathedral, which stands in a unique privileged observatory, dotted with villas, farmhouses and still encapsulate the essence irresistible vintage touch that is undoubtedly historical heritage, its UNESCO heritage cities of art, dreamy monumental context, declared a UNESCO museums, archaeological excavations, churches of the most authentic Tuscany; they are far less tiring. Ask your concierge. surrounding area no less so. countryside, natural thermal springs, World Heritage Site: Piazza dei Miracoli. medieval towns and abbeys and Once you’ve completed your visit to this Here are some suggestions kilometresI of coastline for bathers. unbelievable square, if you have a little time for trips outside the city that left, you can relax with a walk along the Arno are able to satisfy any need. CITIES OF ART to the historic centre and Piazza dei Cavalieri, If you love cities of art then you’ve chosen the the political fulcrum of medieval Pisa. Facing For more details ask right region. Indeed, within an hour’s range onto the square is Palazzo della Carovana, your concierge. from the Tuscan regional capital there are with graffiti by Giorgio Vasari, which today architectural wonders that will catapult you houses the Scuola Normale Superiore, one of BY CHIARA ZACCARELLI into medieval and Renaissance Tuscany. the most prestigious universities in the world. About an hour by train from Florence is With a brief trip by coach from Florence you Lucca, one of Tuscany’s most fascinating reach Siena, one of the most loved medieval historic centres, surrounded by ancient centres in Italy, which is also included on 16th-century walls, today still practically fully the UNESCO World Heritage List. The city’s intact and walkable in their entirely. You can nerve centre is Piazza del Campo, which is cycle along the tree-lined walls, stop for a renowned for its unique shell shape, for its
tasty ice cream or simply cool down on the architectural integrity, and because twice a SHUTTERSTOCK.COM SHUTTERSTOCK.COM benches. The picturesque historic centre has year (2 July and 16 August) it holds the Palio
remained almost intact, including countless di Siena, a horse race that is of fundamental Fiesole, Roman Theatre PHOTO © PHOTO © medieval churches, which have earned Lucca importance for the Sienese, which sees the
18 WHERE FLORENCE I MAY 2020 www.wheretraveler.com 19 SHOPPING FOR MORE LISTINGS VISIT WWW.WHEREITALIA.COM/FLORENCE CLOTHING & Aspesi W The Guidelines M The cult brand, created in 1969 by fashion veteran H E O MAP LOCATIONS Note that references in bold R . C ACCESSORIES Alberto Aspesi, features quirky, tailored lines, E T R R A V E L E at the end of each listing (A1, B5 etc.) refer to the elegant details and natural materials. His current coordinates on the street map (pages 42-43). Angela Caputi Giuggiù collections are still based on the original “no frills”
The boutique offers an extraordinary selection philosophy and will appeal to all those who like their SHOPPING of clothing items for every type of woman. In outerwear without flashy labels. www.aspesi.com. This directory, grouped by category, is a list of addition, hats, bags and other accessories from Women. Open Mon-Fri 10am-2pm/3pm-7pm; Sat establishments recommended by the editors all over the world enrich these collections. Stylist 10am-7pm; Sun 3pm-7pm. Via di Porta Rossa, 85/r. of Where magazine and includes regular and designer Angela Caputi chooses these T: 055 287987. Men. Open Mon-Fri 10am-2pm/3pm- advertisers. Based on statistical evidence, the articles personally to combine with and complete 7pm; Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 3pm-7pm. Via Porta Rossa, most popular luxury brands are grouped under her exclusive resin jewellery with its unique, 51/r. T: 055 287931. Map E4 the separate category “Top Brands”, which elegant design. www.angelacaputi.com. Open be found on page 22. Several unusual shops, Mon-Sat 10am-1pm/3.30pm-7.30pm. Borgo SS. Brunello Cucinelli stocking items and rarities for collectors or Apostoli, 44-46/r. T: 055 292993. Map E4 The world of Brunello Cucinelli can be summed aficionados in specific product categories, are up as a compendium of art, traditions and Italian Anichini listed under “Passion Shopping” rather than in craftsmanship. The brand, which came about in CHILDREN A traditional tailor’s shop for children the standard shopping sections. Umbria forty years ago from an idea by founder where skilled artisan hands create elegant items Visitors should note that VAT is 22% and it is Brunello Cucinelli, represents excellence in the for newborns, children and youngsters using the generally included in the price of goods. production of high-quality cashmere knitwear best Italian fabrics. For each model it is possible and today boasts top-level production with total to vary the choice of fabrics, colours and details. TAX-FREE SHOPPING look men’s and women’s collections. Today it is A century-old workshop of hand-crafting culture, » By law, non-EU residents are entitled to seen as a model enterprise all over the world for its located in 15th-century Palazzo Ricasoli. www. reclaim the VAT paid on items purchased support for the dignity of work and craftsmanship, anichini.net. Open Mon 3.30pm-7pm; Tues-Sat and exported from the EU: before finalizing defining itself as “a humanistic company”. 9.30am-1.30pm/3.30pm-7.30pm. Via del Parione, a purchase, they should ask the shop assistant www.brunellocucinelli.com. Open daily 10am-7pm. 59/r. T: 055 284977. Map D3 whether they are eligible for a tax refund. Via dei Pecori, 16/r. T: 055 285832. Map F3
Shopping hours are generally from 10am to 7pm; less centrally located shops still take the traditional lunch break. Most shops are closed on Sundays (except those located in central Florence) and on Monday mornings. Ask your Concierge.
DINING Reservations for most restaurants are strongly advised. In Italy, service is included in the price meaning that although tipping is not
EGON IPSE compulsory, it is obviously appreciated as a sign of satisfaction. Some menus include the word “coperto”, a small surcharge corresponding to the cost of the service and bread. Although no PHOTOS © dress code exists in Italy, semiformal clothing is usually considered de rigeur at restaurants. All restaurants and bars are non-smoking unless a separate smokers’ area is specifically offered. Set meals: prices are per person and usually refer to a 3-course meal (beverages excluded). Glasses with retro charm € = 30€ or less / €€ = 31-50€ / €€€ = 51-100€ / €€€€ = 101-150€ / €€€€€ = 150€ and above. A little gem for vintage glasses enthusiasts, but also for lovers of models with contemporary designs created using quality materials such as leather, precious metals, gemstones, horn and wood. By Chiara Zaccarelli SIGHTSEEING Several places like the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio or Piazza della Signoria are symbols of Florence, hence our decision to list them under a ot far from the Fortezza da Basso aesthetics and visual functionality. Each pair, >> www.anticaocchialeria.com separate category. The information provided and the Museum of San Marco, yet created using high-quality hand-finished Via San Gallo, 130/r-134/r on museums and monuments is verified as Il Bisonte, timeless appeal away from the crowds of tourists in materials fully respecting the tradition of T: 055 473055. Off Map meticulously as possible. However, data such as Enter the Il Bisonte boutique in Palazzo Corsini on the Lungarno to discover a world N telephone numbers, opening hours, prices and the historic centre, the Antica Occhialeria products “Made in Italy”, is inspired by the dedicated to style and craftsmanship. Since 1970, the Florentine brand of leather goods the accessibility of sites are all subject to retains its charm as an authentic location fully huge historical collection to which the change, on a seasonal basis and also due to and accessories founded by Wanny Di Filippo has been distinguished by the originality of intact. This historic shop, with its interiors in Di Nardo family and their collaborators are restoration work, museum loans or changes its creations, handcrafted by skilled artisans using high-quality materials such as cowhide, which dark red tones predominate, in contrast lucky enough to have access. The models, of management. Ask your concierge leather and all-natural vegetable-tanned leather. In addition to bearing the Made in Italy with the pale wood furniture and finishes, in fact, maintain a characteristic and ENTERTAINMENT merchandise mark, Il Bisonte’s bags, document holders, suitcases, travel accessories and with its vintage objects and bygone models fascinating retro style, though also standing Several venues offering food are included in small leather goods share the same attention to detail, as regards both their design and of glasses, so entering it is like taking a leap out on account of the extreme particularity this section. These are considered as meeting the various stages involved in the production process. From leather cutting to splitting and back in time. It was 1956, in fact, when Lucio of their design and the use of different, places rather than gourmet addresses and thus hand-sewn details, each stage of the process is carried out following methods handed down explain our decision to list them here rather Enrico Di Nardo, an expert collector and art even unusual materials, such as wood, horn, from generation to generation like a precious artwork to be safeguarded. The use of natural than under “Dining”. lover, began his activity as an optician. More hide, leather and 18kt gold. The Antica materials guarantees the uniqueness of each product, a characteristic that has always been than 60 years later, the Antica Occhialeria is an Occhialeria also has a vast selection of All details are correct at the time of going to dear to Il Bisonte. Using a traditional Tuscan process of vegetable tanning, an Il Bisonte bag press but several details can change: ask your artisan concern that is favoured by numerous authentic vintage glasses and designs only improves with time, embracing the unique qualities impressed on it with each wear. concierge to double-check all information. connoisseurs and lovers of the genre, with and manufactures exclusive made-to- www.ilbisonte.com. Via del Parione, 31-33/r. T: 055 215722. Map E4 a production capable of combining measure models.
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ALBERTA FERRETTI CARTIER— www.cartier.it. Open LOUIS VUITTON—www.louisvuitton.com. PHILOSOPHY— Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 11am-7pm. Cat-eye sunglasses by MAX MARA with Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30; Sun 11am-7.30pm. www.albertaferretti.com. Via degli Strozzi, 36/r. T: 055 292347. Map E4 ultra-light acetate frame. A bold, feminine design, Piazza degli Strozzi, 10/r. T: 055 266981. c/o Spazio A. inspired by the Punk allure of the late ‘80s. Map E3 Open daily 10am-7pm. Via CHANEL—www.chanel.com. Porta Rossa, 107/r. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Piazza della MAX MARA—it.maxmara.com. GIORGIO ARMANI—www.armani.com T: 055 212995. Map E4 Signoria, 10. T: 055 2989699. Map F4. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun 11am-7pm. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 10am- Fragrance & Beauty. Open Mon-Sat 10am- Via de’ Tornabuoni, 66-68-70/r. 2pm/3pm-7pm. Via de’ Tornabuoni, 83/r. ASPESI—www.aspesi.com. 7pm; Sun 11am-7pm. Via dei Calzaiuoli, T: 055 214133. Map E3 • Open Mon-Sat 10am- T: 055 219041. Map E3 Women. Open Mon-Fri 10am- 47-49/r. T: 055 298181. Map F3 7.30; Sun 11am-7pm. Via de’ Pecori, 23/r. 2pm/3pm-7pm; Sat 10am-7pm; T: 055 287761. Map F3 GUCCI—www.gucci.com. Open Mon-Sat Sun 3pm-7pm. Via di Porta CHOPARD— www.chopard.com. 10am-7.30pm; Sun 10am-7pm. Via de’ Rossa, 85. T: 055 287987. Men Open Mon-Sat 10.30am-7pm; MICHAEL KORS—www.michaelkors.it. Tornabuoni, 73-81/r. T: 055 264011. Map E3 • Open Mon-Fri 10am-2pm/3pm- Sun 11.30am-7pm. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30; Duomo. Open daily 10-19. Via Roma, 32/r. 7pm; Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 3pm- Via de’ Tornabuoni, 30-32/r. T: 055 Sun 10.30am-7.30pm. Pink gold, mother-of-pearl and diamonds: from T: 055 75923803. Map F3 • Garden. Open 7pm. Via di Porta Rossa, 51/r. 2670157. Map E4 Piazza della Repubblica, 43. the “D.Side” collection by DAMIANI, this necklace is daily 10-19.30. Piazza della Signoria, 10. T: 055 287931. Map E4 T: 055 290284. Map F3 hand-made with the utmost care devoted to the details. DAMIANI— www.damiani.com. T: 055 75927010. Map F4 BALENCIAGA— Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 11am-7pm. MISSONI—www.misson.com. HERMÈS—www.hermes.com. www.balenciaga.com. Via de’ Tornabuoni, 7/r. T: 055 290208. Open daily 10am-7pm. Via Porta Rossa, Open Mon-Sat 10.15am-7pm. Piazza degli Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Map E3 77-79/r. T: 055 215774. Map F4 Antinori, 6/r. T: 055 2381004. Map E3 Piazza Santa Trinita, 1/r. STEFANO RICCI—www.stefanoricci.com. T: 055 9040090. Map E4 DIOR— www.dior.com. MIU MIU—www.miumiu.com. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Women. Open daily 10am-7pm. Open Mon-Sat 10.30am-7.30; Palazzo Tornabuoni - Via dei Pescioni, 1. BOGGI MILANO— Via de’ Tornabuoni, 15/r. Sun 10am-7pm. Via Roma, 8/r. T: 055 210856. Map F3 www.boggi.com. T: 055 2669101. Map E3 T: 055 2608931. Map F3 Open Mon 3pm-7.30pm; SWAROVSKI—www.swarovski.com. Tues-Sat 10am-7.30pm; DOLCE&GABBANA—www.dolcegabbana.it MONCLER—www.moncler.com. Open Mon-Sat 10am-8pm; Sun 10am- Sun 10.30am-1.30pm/3pm- Open daily 10.30am-7.30pm. Via degli Strozzi, Open Mon-Sat 10am-7; Sun 11am-7pm. 7.30pm. Via dei Calzaiuoli, 43/r. 12-18/r. T: 055 281003. Map E4. Baby. Open Via degli Strozzi, 3/r. T: 055 2657583. T: 055 216227. Map F3 7.30pm. Via della Vigna Nuova, 27/r. daily 10.30am-7.30pm. Via de’ Tornabuoni, Map E3 18/r. T: 055 2399909. Map E4 TOD’S—www.tods.com. Open Mon-Sat 10am- T: 055 219179. Map E3 MONTBLANC—www.montblanc.com. 7.30pm; Sun 2pm-7pm. Via de’ Tornabuoni, BORSALINO— EMILIO PUCCI—www.emiliopucci.com Open Mon-Sat 10am-7. 60/r. T: 055 219423. Map E3 www.borsalino.com. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 11am-7pm. Via de’ Tornabuoni, 63/r. T: 055 292050. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm. Via de’ Tornabuoni, 20-22/r. T: 055 2658082. Map E3 VALENTINO—www.valentino.com. Via Porta Rossa, 40/r. Map E4 Women. Open daily 10am-7pm. POMELLATO—www. pomellato.com. Via de’ Tornabuoni, 23/r. T: 055 293142. T: 055 218275. Map F4 ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA—www.zegna.it Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 1pm-7pm. Map E4 BOTTEGA VENETA—www.bottegaveneta.com. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; Via de’ Tornabuoni, 89-91/r. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 2pm-7pm. Sun 10.30am-7pm. Via de’ Tornabuoni, 3/r. T: 055 288539. Map E3 Via degli Strozzi, 6n. T: 055 284735. Map E3 T: 055 264254. Map E3 PRADA—www. prada.com. BRUNELLO CUCINELLI— ETRO—www.etro.com. Open daily 10am-7pm. Via Roma, 27/r. www.brunellocucinelli.com. Open daily Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 2pm-7pm. T: 055 286035. • Open daily 10am-7pm. Polished calfskin with rounded flap, 10am-7pm. Via dei Pecori, 16/r. Palazzo Rucellai-via della Vigna Nuova, 50/r. Via de’ Tornabuoni, 53-67/r. BRUNELLO CUCINELLI interprets T: 055 285832. Map F3 T: 055 2670086. Map D3 T: 055 267471 Map E3 the backpack in a modern, sophisticated style. BULGARI—www.bulgari.com. Open daily FENDI—www.fendi.com. Open Mon-Sat SAINT LAURENT—www.ysl.com. 10am-7.30pm. Via de’Tornabuoni, 56/r. 10am-7.30pm. Via de’ Tornabuoni, 40/r. HOGAN—www.hogan.com. Open daily 10am-7pm. T: 055 2396786. Map E4 T: 055 212305 Map E3 Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Via de’ Tornabuoni, 4-45/r. Sun 2pm-7pm. Via de’ Tornabuoni, 97/r. T: 055 9040100. Map E3 FURLA—www.furla.com. BURBERRY—it.burberry.com. T: 055 2741013. Map E3 Open daily 10.30am-7.30pm. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun 11am-7.30. SALVATORE FERRAGAMO— Via de’Tornabuoni, 29/r. Via de’ Calzaiuoli, 10/r (corner of piazza della HUGO BOSS—www.hugoboss.com. www.ferragamo.com. Open daily T: 055 293811. Map E4 Signoria). T: 055 2382883. Map F4 Open daily 10.30am-7.30pm. 10am-7pm. Via de’ Tornabuoni, 4-14/r. Via Por Santa Maria, 70-72/r. T: 055 292123. Map E4 T: 055 294909. Map F4
One of the delightful outfits for this season proposed by CHANEL: ecru tweed and multicolour LORO PIANA—www.loropiana.com. Practical and elegant, the FURLA timepiece from the “Giada” line has a 33mm dress on white silk georgette top, pale grey suede and black grosgrain shoes. To complete Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 11am-7pm. round silvered metal case with smooth leather strap, available in the colours the look, a metal, strass, gold and crystal glass necklace. Via de’ Tornabuoni, 34-36/r. Sand, Violet, Onyx. The accessory is embellished with the Furla logo inside the dial. T: 055 2398688. Map E4
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the past it produces unique, rigorously hand-made the Holy Sepulchre, which came under the control of the FINE ART pieces and is a point of reference for Florentines Knights of Malta in the early 14th century. www.cassetti. Antico Setificio Fiorentino and others besides. EDITOR’S TIP A visit to the it. Open daily 10am-7pm. Ponte Vecchio, 52/r. T: 055 The Antico Setificio Fiorentino is the heir to a great workshop is a unique experience: on the top floor of 2396028. Map F5 tradition of Renaissance textile art and history, a 16th-century tower house, for over 200 years master thanks also to its famous warping machine based goldsmiths have practised the ancient fretworking, LEATHER on a design by Leonardo da Vinci. Since 1786 the carving and engraving traditions typical of the workshop has been producing some of the most Florentine goldsmithery art. www.massaiorafi.it. Open Cuoieria Fiorentina sumptuous silk brocades, damask, taffeta, and Mon-Fri 9am-1pm/3pm-7.30pm. Via delle Terme, 13. From the famous ancient hand-crafting tradition of T: 055 294800. Map F4 the Florentine “pellai” [leather craftsmen], typical of lampas in the world, 100% made in Italy. www. anticosetificiofiorentino.com. Open Mon-Fri From IL BISONTE’s spring-summer 2020 this area of Tuscany, here unique, inimitable products Officine Panerai 10am-6pm (by appointment only). Via L. Bartolini, 4. collection, this woman’s crossbody bag are created with extreme care and top-quality natural Situated in the centre of Florence, birthplace of the T: 055 213861. Map B3 “Salina” in cowhide leather (milk/mint colour) materials. A vast range of leather handbags, travel bags fine watchmaking trade, this historic boutique boasts and accessories (belts, wallets, briefcases…), for him evokes a joyful lifestyle. Pitti Mosaici a unique design and a strong identity that Spanish and for her, offering excellent value for money. Another Since the early 1980s this studio right opposite designer Patricia Urquiola has enhanced by working strong point is the personalization of the products, Palazzo Pitti keeps alive the ancient Florentine with the idea of the “art workshop”. A space on the organised to satisfy the tastes and requirements of tradition of marquetry with marble, hard and that develops innovative projects with its own artisan first floor is devoted to special sales and another is customers, who can count Michelle Obama among their semi-precious stones. Unique hand-made items collection. www.cassetti.it. Open daily 10am-7pm. reserved for periodic exhibitions of watches from the number. www.cuoieriafiorentina.it. Open Mon-Sat 9am- OFFICINA PROFUMO-FARMACEUTICA ANTICO SETIFICIO to provide coverings for walls, framed items and Ponte Vecchio, 54/r. T: 055 287361. Map F5 historical Museum; on the ground floor, a watchmaker 1pm/3.30pm-7.30pm. Via de’ Nicola, 11. T: 055 6505091. DI SANTA MARIA NOVELLA furnishings recalling the atmospheres and style is at customers’ disposal to carry out repairs and share Off Map See page 26. FIORENTINO See this page. of the Renaissance. Today the art studio creates Damiani his passion with Panerai enthusiasts. www.panerai.com. entire made-to-measure residential projects all over Master craftsmen since 1924, Damiani has a long Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 11am-7pm. Piazza San Gianni Chiarini the world. www.pittimosaici.com. Open Mon-Sat goldsmithing tradition which it has always interpreted Giovanni, 14/r. T: 055 9040013. Map F2 Established in the 1990s, this brand is the expression of 10am-7pm; Sun 11am-8pm. Piazza de’ Pitti, 23/24. T: with innovative spirit. Line purity, a refined, elegant ancient artisan wisdom in the creation of contemporary Elena Mirò Société Anonyme 055 282127. Map E6 classic as well as contemporary spirit, are the distinctive Rolex Boutique-Cassetti 1926 bags and accessories, with an idea of pure design. A An Italian prêt-à-porter brand dedicated to curvy An independent shop of North-European conception values of Damiani jewellery. Their collections are In the unique and exclusive setting that is Ponte Vecchio, fresh, modern and cosmopolitan brand, but at the same women, for over 30 years Elena Mirò has been inspired by the underground atmospheres of the Torchio (Il) realized by master goldsmiths in full accordance with the Rolex boutique has three storeys: the ground floor time sophisticated, which has its roots in the heart of synonymous with perfect-fit clothing items that hot-lazy neighbourhoods of London, Berlin and New Inspired by the ancient Florentine hand crafting the best Italian tradition and admired throughout the is dedicated to sales, with three display tables; the first Florentine beauty. giannichiarini.com. Open Mon-Sat enhance every woman’s look with a contemporary, York (the name is a homage to Marcel Duchamp and tradition, Il Torchio creates bookbinding products world. www.damiani.com. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; floor has two rooms for reserved sales; the second 10am-7pm; Sun 2pm-7pm. Via della Vigna Nuova, 52/r. T: refined and ever new style. From dresses to outerwear, Peggy Guggenheim, who founded an avant-garde with refined materials such as Florentine leather, Sun 11am-7pm. Via de’ Tornabuoni, 7/r. T: 055 290208. floor has a fully equipped customer care centre, where 055 2654306. Map D3 from trousers to accessories, to beachwear, the brand art gallery in New York called Société Anonyme hand-marbled paper and coloured cloths, also Map E4 qualified Rolex technicians are available to look after the expresses the pleasure of dressing a woman’s shape in the 1920s). Located in the literary artistic district devising new artisan articles with contemporary precious timepieces. www.cassetti.it. Open daily 10am- Il Bisonte Dodo with style. www.elenamiro.com. Open Mon-Sat of Sant’Ambrogio, it offers labels of international materials and techniques. www.legatoriailtorchio. 7pm. Ponte Vecchio, 29/r. T: 055 2741044. Map F5 Florentine leather goods brand Il Bisonte came about The gold Dodo jewellery line, created in 1995 10am-7.30pm; Sun 11am-7.30pm. Via dei Tosinghi, 8/r. renown and niche brands, as well as its own men’s com.Open Mon-Fri 10am-1.30pm/2.30pm-7pm; Sat in 1970 thanks to Wanny Di Filippo’s passion for leather by Pomellato, is by now a classic either for gift or Tiffany & Co. T: 055 2657725. Map F3 and women’s collection that is only sold in-store 10am-1pm. Via de’ Bardi, 17. T: 055 2342862. Map G6 objects. Housed in the boutique in Palazzo Corsini collection purposes. It sells an array of animal charm Located in the luxury shopping street par excellence, and online. www.societeanonyme.it. Open Mon on the Lungarno are its beautifully hand-crafted Giovanni Raspini pieces, each of which has a particular meaning. www. the Tiffany & Co. boutique is housed in one of the 3.30pm-7.30pm; Tues-Sat 10am-7.30pm. Via G.B. bags, travel bags, briefcases, wallets, diaries, belts In the beating heart of the fashion district, the JEWELLERY & WATCHES dodo.it. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 11.30am-7pm. most beautiful Palazzi in the city. There is plenty of Niccolini, 3/f corner of via della Mattonaia, 24/a/b/c/d. and other accessories epitomising the best of Tuscan boutique of the Tuscan jewellery brand based in Via de’ Tornabuoni, 39-41/r. T: 055 2741573. Map E4 space inside for gold and silver fashion collections, (Sant’Ambrogio District).T: 055 3860084. Map L3 Angela Caputi Giuggiù workmanship. The brand’s key focus is on materials, Valdichiana (between Siena, Arezzo and Florence) is COSTUME JEWELLERY The brand is renowned such as ’Tiffany City HardWear’ and ’Tiffany T’, jewels Fani Gioielli including its iconic cowhide: a natural, highly sought- a genuine concept store that boasts a personalized Stefano Ricci throughout the world. Sophisticated, original creations with purest diamonds, the iconic engagement rings, Starting out as a family-run shop over 50 years ago, after vegetable tanned leather which has the advantage layout design where a 15th-century tapestry stands Tailoring and Italian tradition “Made in Florence”, with made from unusual materials such as plastic and resin, design creations by Elsa Peretti and Paloma Picasso and Fani Gioielli is now an established fine jewellery and of improving with age. www.ilbisonte.com. Open Mon- out. Fine jewellery - with a unique personality, often the purest male elegance as the watchword. These, combined to create unique objects both in terms of rigorously Swiss-made men’s and women’s watches. luxury watchmaking firm, with two points of sale, in Sat 10am-7pm: Sun 11.30am-6.30pm. Via del Parione, animal-themed, sometimes oversized or limited in short, are the values of the company founded in colour and shape. Her creations have been used as www.tiffany.com. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun Florence and Siena. An extensive range of prestigious 31-33/r. T: 055 215722. Map E4 edition - silverware, objects for the home, hand- 1972 by Stefano Ricci and his wife Claudia, which, now accessories by famous television and film producers. 11am-7.30pm. Via de’ Tornabuoni 37/r. T: 055 215506. jewellery brands, including Pomellato, Dodo and crafted white bronze creations, always having a style in its second generation, has become a successful The accessory as a focal point, capable of creating a Map C4 Vhernier; it is also an official Rolex and Tudor retailer. PASSION SHOPPING that is midway between minimalism and classicism international group. From clothing (jackets, suits and look or dressing up any type of garment. A magical www.fanishops.it. Open Mon 3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat Vacheron Constantin Boutique as the common denominator. From the design to the high-fashion sports items, but also shirts and ties) blend of contemporary and classical taste. www. AquaFlor 10am-7pm; Sun 3pm-7pm. Via de’Tornabuoni, 72/r. T: In the unique and exclusive setting that is Ponte Vecchio, wax model to “lost-wax” casting, to diamond-setting, to jewellery, from leatherwear to perfumes and the angelacaputi.com. Shop and workshop: Open Tues- A perfume shop with the charm of past times, dedicated 055 212075. Map E3 this boutique is the oldest fine watchmaking design each piece is entirely hand worked. Open daily SR Home and SR Junior collections, Stefano Ricci Sat 10am-1pm/3.30pm-7.30pm. Via S. Spirito, 58/r. to the hand-crafted manufacture of perfumes made house in the world, founded in 1755 in Geneva. The 10am-9pm. www.giovanniraspini.com. Via Porta Rossa, represents Italian excellence all over the world, making T: 055 212972. Map D4 • Boutique: Open Mon-Sat using natural and rare raw materials, personalisable Massai Orafi façade of the boutique is also known for the tabernacle 82/r. T: 055 2741501. Map E4 production entirely hand-made by qualified Italian 10am-1pm/3.30pm-7.30pm. Borgo SS. Apostoli, 44- Founded in 1950 by Florentine master goldsmith through the choice of fragrances. A studio run craftsmen its strong point. Faithful to the values of with a painting of the Madonna with Child and Saint Luisaviaroma 46/r. T: 055 292993. Map F4 Franco Massai, it boasts over 60 years in the field of impeccably by maître parfumier Sileno Cheloni. www. the manufacturing tradition and the roots of the John that marked the presence of an ancient oratory of MULTIBRAND STORE Founded in the early 1930s Florentine fine goldsmithery. With the techniques of aquaflor.it. - www.aquaflorfirenze.com Open daily territory, in 2010 the firm acquired the Antico Setificio Annamaria Cammilli by Luisa Jaquin, today Luisaviaroma is a landmark for Fiorentino, a historic silk factory in the San Frediano A Florentine brand of reference in design jewellery, it lovers of fashion and luxury the world over. A global district that has produced precious fabrics since 1786 has been present with its creations in shop windows powerhouse of e-commerce with 5 million visitors and today still uses the original ancient hand looms. and display cases all over the world for over 30 years a month, its Florence store also offers a digitalized www.stefanoricci.com. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. and is synonymous with a unique, unmistakable Italian purchasing experience: instead of displaying the ANGELA CAPUTI GIUGGIÙ Palazzo Tornabuoni-Via dei Pescioni, 1. T: 055 210856. style. Attention to detail for rings, necklaces, bracelets garments, they have been replaced with interactive Map E3 and brooches, often drawing inspiration from nature In the centre of Florence, in an old 17th-century building installations. Don’t miss the elegant terrace designed and the floral world. www.annamariacammilli.com. known as “Palazzetto Medici”, a few steps from the by Patricia Urquiola. Open Mon-Sat 10.30am-7.30pm; Open Mon 3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 11am-7pm; Sun 3pm- Ponte Vecchio, are the boutique and the creative heart Sun 11am-7.30pm. www.luisaviaroma.com. Via Roma, DEPARTMENT STORES 7pm. Via Vacchereccia, 12/r. T: 055 2608617. Map F4 of Florentine designer Angela Caputi’s brand Giuggiù. 19-21/r. T: 055 9064116. Map F3 Rinascente Her imaginative plastic jewellery items, much loved by Aprosio Marina Rinaldi In the heart of the city, Rinascente is the ideal place to international customers, are genuinely unique pieces Aprosio came about as a workshop in 1993 and creates Renowned for its tasteful, plus-size apparel for discover the best of fashion, accessories, beauty, home of fine craftsmanship. In the Borgo SS. Apostoli boutique jewellery accessories and products for decorating fashionable women, Marina Rinaldi offers a wide and design items. For women, proposals of the best it is also possible to purchase a selection of clothing items interiors, with glass beads from Murano and Bohemia range of collections, featuring both contemporary Italian and international brands range from the classic and accessories that complete the brand’s collections. crystal glass. www.aprosio.it. Open Mon-Sat 10.30am- and classic lines that are updated on a seasonal to the contemporary and for men from formal to smart 7pm. Via del Moro 75-77/r, 12/r. T: 055 210127. Map E2 basis. These include dresses, jackets, coats, bags casual. Rinascente is a point of reference for luxury www.angelacaputi.com and accessories for a total look that exudes class shopping and for new brands, exclusive products and Cassetti 1926 Borgo SS. Apostoli, 44/46. T: 055 292993. Map F4 the unveiling of innovations. www.rinascente.it. Open and elegance. it.marinarinaldi.com. Open Mon-Sat In the spectacular context of Ponte Vecchio, the Via S. Spirito, 58/r. T: 055 212972. Map D4 9am-9pm; Sun 10.30am-8.30pm c/o Rinascente-Piazza Mon-Sat 9am-9pm; Sun 10.30am-8.30pm. Piazza della Cassetti multibrand boutique is known for both fine della Repubblica. T: 055 219113. Map F3 Repubblica. T: 055 219113. Map F3 watchmaking and haute joaillerie, and has a studio
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and chocolates) are sold all over the world in 75 single brand stores and represent a production par excellence on account of their quality raw materials and centuries- Tax Free old handicraft techniques, with the aid of modern technologies. The frescoed monumental environments Refund Guide - Sales Room, Green Room, Ancient Apothecary and Sacristy - have been returned to their former splendour thanks to restoration work. www.smnovella.com. Open 1. VAT (in Italian: IVA) is a value added tax on goods daily 9am-8pm. Via della Scala, 16. T: 055 216276. and services, and is part of the European Union’s Map D2 value added tax system. 2. In some cases, travellers may be granted a The Merchant of Venice NEW The new boutique is structured into a vast VAT refund. This refund does not cover the services range of Eaux de Parfum and Eaux de Toilette, supplied by hotels, restaurants, taxis or agencies. completed by products for personal care, for the 3. You may be eligible for a VAT refund provided that: environment and accessories. The essences are • you are a non-EU resident; contained in packaging with designs inspired by the • the goods purchased are intended for personal or glassmaking tradition of Murano. Furthermore, the family use only and are carried in your luggage; single-brand store provides a personalized layering service. www.themerchantofvenice.com. Open Mon- • the overall value of the goods purchased exceeds SOCIÉTÉ ANONYME Thurs 10.30am-1.30pm/2.30pm-7.30pm; Wed-Sat 154,94 Euro See page 24. (VAT included); 10.30am-7.30pm. Via degli Strozzi, 28/r. • the purchase is certified by an invoice. This invoice T: 055 216559. Map E3 should include a description of the goods purchased, Valli Tessuti Alta Moda your personal information as well as the details of 10am-1pm/2pm-7pm. Borgo Santa Croce, 6. T: 055 2343471. Map H5 A reference point in Florence that offers its clientele your passport or any other equivalent document; the best made in Italy fabrics inspired by the most • the goods leave EU territory by the end of the Dr. Vranjes beautiful haute couture collections. The store carries a third month after the month that you bought them; Home fragrances and elegant furnishing accessories vast assortment of precious, sought-after cuts to make • several specific customs formalities are made by hand in Florence for more than 30 years. elegant dresses, prêt-à-porter and ceremonial attire complied with; Florence is home to the laboratories and the both for men and women, but also coats, shirts and headquarters of the Florentine home fragrance • the invoice is returned to the Italian retailer bridal gowns. vallitessuti.com. Open Mon 3pm-7pm; company founded and managed by the “nose”, the Tues-Sat 10am-7pm. Via della Vigna Nuova, 81/r. within four months after the purchase was made. perfumer, namely chemist and cosmetologist Dr. T: 055 282485. Map D3
4. The goods purchased and the relevant invoice must Paolo Vranjes and his wife Anna Maria. In addition be shown at the customs exit point when leaving to the traditional production of ambient diffusers SHOES EU territory (if you intend to pack the purchased items and “lamparfum” items, the brand has diversified its into your check-in luggage, you must go to Customs production with linen, cosmetics, perfumes and gift Aquazzura BEFORE checking in). boxes, also giving a strong Florentine identity to the Created in Florence in 2011 and inspired by the luxury packaging, inspired by Brunelleschi’s Dome. drvranjes. hand-crafting tradition, the brand combines a typically 5. After leaving EU territory, the traveller must return it. Open Mon 3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 10.30am-2pm/3pm- European refined aesthetic sensibility with modern Latin the original invoice , regularly endorsed by the 7pm. Via San Gallo, 63/r. T: 055 494537 Off Map • Open American elegance. Aquazzura shoes have been worn customs office, to the Italian retailer. Said invoice Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun 11am-7.30pm. Via della by trendsetters, Hollywood stars, European royalty and must be returned within four months from the date Spada, 9/r. T: 055 288796. Map E3 • Open Mon 3.30pm- fashion insiders around the globe. www.aquazzura. when the document was issued. 7.30pm; Tues-Fri 10am-1.30pm/3.30pm-7.30pm; Sat com. Open daily 10am-7pm. Palazzo Corsini-Lungarno 6. The refund can be made directly by the Italian 10am-7.30pm. Borgo La Croce, 44/r. T: 055 241748. Corsini, 42. T: 055 291242. Map D4 Map l3 retailer (however, make sure that the shop you’ve Salvatore Ferragamo chosen displays a “Tax Free Shopping” or “Euro Tax Marioluca Giusti Situated in Florence’s main street for shopping, inside Free” sign in its window). A Florentine Maison producing practical, elegant the medieval Palazzo Spini Feroni (the company’s 7. Several Tax-Free companies are able to offer design objects for the table and more besides, in a historic workshop since 1938 and the site of the style between fusion and pop. Its synthetic crystal immediate VAT cash refunds when the goods Salvatore Ferragamo Museum), the Ferragamo glass and melamine collections are enhanced every boutique hosts all its fashion men’s, women’s, leave either Italian or EU territory (thus exonerating year with new models with colour shades ranging accessories and perfume collections. The brand the passenger from having to return the invoice to from white to black to transparent, to brighter colours represents Italian quality, contemporary elegance, the retailer). However, this procedure only applies at such as fluo. Its products are particularly appreciated innovation and tradition. The boutique occupies the major international airports or main border crossings. by important international personalities such as the entire ground floor of the building, inside large spaces Most major department stores have Tax Free Princes of Monaco, King Mohammed VI of Morocco, decorated with 18th-century frescoes. The wing of Refund offices. Steven Spielberg, Valentino and the Missoni family. the store that faces onto Piazza Santa Trinita hosts the Its boutiques are characterized by total white walls “Ferragamo’s Creations” corner with the exclusive 8. The services provided by Tax-Free companies imply with niches where the accessories are exhibited, as in footwear line that revisits some of the brand’s iconic the payment of a small administrative sum which a museum. It has several sites in Florence: Por Santa models. www.ferragamo.com. Open daily 10am- is directly deducted from the amount of VAT Maria, 16/r (open daily 11am-7pm); Via della Spada, 16-20 7.30pm. Palazzo Spini Feroni-Via de’ Tornabuoni, 4/r. refunded to the traveller. (Open Mon-Sat 10am-1.30pm/2pm-7.30pm; Sun 11am- T: 055 292123. Map E4 9. In the event of a traveller not receiving a VAT refund 7.30pm). Flagship Store: Via della Vigna Nuova 88/r. Open daily 10am-7.30pm. T: 055 2399527. Map D3 UGG within a reasonable period of time, he or she First single-brand boutique in Italy of the Californian should re-contact the Italian retailer or one of the Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica lifestyle brand specialising in footwear. A brightly lit aforementioned companies. di Santa Maria Novella space with colours and themes taking up the decorative 10. However, please note, VAT cannot be refunded UNIQUE The oldest historical pharmacy in Europe elements of the UGG 2019 campaign, in the heart directly by customs offices. (established in 1221), the Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica of historic piazza della Repubblica. Inside, the more is housed in a part of the Dominican convent complex of traditional models stands alonside new footwear. Source: www.adm.gov.it/portale/ee/citizen/vta-refund Santa Maria Novella and has been open to the public for www. ugg.com. Open 3pm-7.30pm: Tues-Sat 10-30am- over four centuries (since 1612). Its products (perfumes, 7.30pm; Sun 11.30am-7.30pm. Piazza della Repubblica, beauty products, medicinal herbs, herbal teas, sweets 30/r. T: 055 0945430. Map F3
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