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Roman theatre under Palazzo Vecchio Florence. Image shows discovery time around 2014

Roman theatre under Palazzo Vecchio, Florence reopens

December 19, 2025December 19, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Roman theatre under Palazzo Vecchio, Florence reopens

The archaeological site beneath Florence’s Palazzo Vecchio has reopened to the public after five years. The underground area reveals remains of the Roman theatre of ancient Florentia, alongside later medieval structures.

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sample of Madonna del Latte in Florence

Restored Madonna del Latte unveiled in Florence

December 13, 2025December 13, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Restored Madonna del Latte unveiled in Florence

A fourteenth-century fresco depicting the Madonna del Latte has returned to public view in Florence following a major restoration.

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Florence's Piazza della Signoria with outdoor dining structures

Florence to restrict outdoor dining structures in UNESCO areas

November 15, 2025November 15, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Florence to restrict outdoor dining structures in UNESCO areas

Florence will ban outdoor dining structures in 50 UNESCO-listed streets from 2026. The rule will affect areas such as Ponte Vecchio and Piazzale degli Uffizi. Officials say the ban will protect historic streets and improve public space.

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tourist tax revenues in Florence highest in Italy for 2024

Florence tops Italy in Tourist Tax Revenues

September 11, 2025September 11, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Florence tops Italy in Tourist Tax Revenues

Florence collected almost €77 million in tourist tax revenues in 2024, the highest in Italy, according to a new report.

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The black cube in Florence which is causing a stir

Florence ‘black cube’ sparks outcry

August 31, 2025August 31, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Florence ‘black cube’ sparks outcry

Italy’s Ministry of Culture has launched an inquiry into Florence’s so-called “black cube,” a controversial ultramodern building in the city’s historic centre.

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Replica David has €15000 restoration bill

Man climbs David replica in Florence

August 5, 2025August 5, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Man climbs David replica in Florence

A man was filmed scaling the replica of Michelangelo’s David in Florence early Sunday morning, prompting outrage and a police investigation.

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golf cart florence authorised Florence shuttle system - tourist transport

Florence to ban tourist golf carts and rickshaws

July 10, 2025July 10, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Florence to ban tourist golf carts and rickshaws

Florence will ban tourist golf carts, rickshaws and other “atypical vehicles” from its historic centre, the city council announced Monday. The new rules form part of the Tuscan capital’s push for sustainable tourism. They are expected to be approved by the municipal council in the coming weeks.

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vasari corridor with roman busts Image credit. Uffizi Galleries

Roman busts restore interest to Vasari Corridor

July 7, 2025July 7, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Roman busts restore interest to Vasari Corridor

Florence’s Vasari Corridor has regained its artistic spirit with the addition of several Roman busts from the Uffizi Gallery. This brings new life to the historic walkway which has been empty since it reopened last year.

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River Arno remains high but under second level warning after aother ares of Tuscany floods

Rescue operations continue in Tuscany after floods and landslides

March 15, 2025March 15, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Rescue operations continue in Tuscany after floods and landslides

Rescue teams worked across 14 municipalities on Saturday after Tuscany floods and landslides left residents stranded, the local prefecture said.

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Image shows the river Arno at dangerously high level under the Ponte Vecchio. A red alert has been issued as flood is expected this afternoon. Image credit: EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock

Red Alert: Torrential Rain Hits Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna

March 14, 2025March 14, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Red Alert: Torrential Rain Hits Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna

Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna faced severe weather on Friday as torrential rain caused widespread flooding and pushed several rivers beyond alert levels. A red alert is now in place for Florence, Pisa, and Prato.

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Car tax to be abolished in 2027 for small and medium-sized cars and motorcycles. Image credit: Franck Michel's photo, licensed as CC BY 2.0 via Flickr

Government to scrap road tax for 14.5 million vehicles from 2027

September 18, 2026September 18, 2026Deborah Cater
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Italy issues urgent appeal for blood donors

September 6, 2026September 6, 2026Deborah Cater
Pedestrians using phone whilst crossing the road Copyright: © by Westend61 / Maskot,

Italy set to fine pedestrians who use phones while crossing the road

August 31, 2026August 31, 2026Deborah Cater
Espresso could become a UNESCO intangible heritage item

Espresso costs almost 25% more than five years ago

August 19, 2026August 19, 2026Deborah Cater
24-hour transport strike back on after TAR ruling General strike

Italy travel warning: September strikes

August 23, 2026August 23, 2026Deborah Cater
Basilica di Santo Spirito in Florence, where a Michelangelo crucifix hangs. Lucarelli, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

The Michelangelo crucifix most visitors never see

July 19, 2026July 19, 2026Deborah Cater
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Umbrian plateau becomes a living rainbow

July 19, 2026July 19, 2026Deborah Cater
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Pietrabbondante: A Samnite mountaintop sanctuary

July 15, 2026July 15, 2026Deborah Cater

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