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Bars & Nightlife The guide was updated: 2024-09-13

Florence boasts a lively nightlife scene. Most bars have really generous happy hours, which actually last for many hours and are often accompanied by live music or DJ sets.

Dance clubs typically open quite late in the evening and only begin to get crowded at about 1 or 2 in the morning. Insider's tip: it is possible to find free passes to clubs around the city in order to avoid cover charges.

Harry’s Bar

Harry’s Bar

Lose yourself in a pleasant conversation at this famous historic bar with a casual but yet elegant ambience. In fact, it was here the Bellini became famous, including their reinterpreted Martini cocktail, Negroni that was awarded as the "Best Cocktail in the World by the Martini Cocktail Review". The cocktails are still prepared with the same traditional methods since 1953.

La Cité

La Cité

This café-library is a unique place in Florence. Here, you can wander among the bookshelves while enjoying a glass of wine or sit down for a cup of coffee and some light fare. The events organised in this bar are always surprising and particular: from Roma music to African dances, through art exhibitions. If you like to get surprised, La Cité will not let you down!

Rex Cafè

Rex Cafè

Since its opening in the 90s, Rex has been drawing people due to its unique marina décor, the high-quality cocktails made by skilful bartenders, and its lively social atmosphere. This is for sure the ideal meeting point where to chat with friends while enjoying a good aperitif, but also a place where to show some dance moves and listen to live music.

Mostodolce

Mostodolce

If you want to taste good homebrew made in Italy, Mostodolce will fit you perfectly! It is the official dealer of the namesake brewery. Here, you can taste several artisanal beers of different kinds, both made by Mostodolce and other Italian brewhouses, plus charcuterie plates, pizza and burgers.

Public House 27

Public House 27

Public House 27 is a quirky, off-beat bar and a popular hangout among the locals, making it a great place to mingle and maybe even make some new friends in Florence. The bar is conveniently located near the train station and offers great craft beers in a retro ambience and tends to attract an eclectic group of people.

Bistrot Cafè 19.26

Bistrot Cafè 19.26

If you feel like spending a nice and quiet evening with friends or with your best half, Bistrot Cafè 19.26 will offer you the right atmosphere with dim lights and soft cushions. It is a café/wine bar, perfect for your breaks at any time of the day. Here, you can enjoy a nice aperitif or simply taste a glass of Italian wine while listening to live music.

Nab Firenze

Nab Firenze

Described as a cultural meeting point, this fine wine bar is open all day long. In the late afternoon, it offers a delicious aperitif accompanied by numerous wines from Tuscany. Thursday evenings are dedicated to live music, art exhibitions, or encounters with new writers. Whereas by night, Nab turns into a lively and coloured bar frequented by youngsters and students.

Moyo

Moyo

Moyo is one of the most popular spots in Florence where to relish fine quality cocktails in a modern atmosphere. With a central location, in the very heart of the city's party scene, this is the place where to start a memorable night out. DJ sets, bottle service, and various events are also part of Moyo's offer.

YAB

YAB

Put on your finest, head over to this club and dance the night away with your friends! YAB has a long history. The first live concert held here was in 1979. Today, it will welcome you in a cosmopolitan and modern ambience, and by hosting different theme nights and presenting famous artists, you will for sure have an enjoyable evening. Check out their website to stay updated.

Otel Variete

Otel Variete

Otel Variete is the ideal place to dance, eat and drink in an elegant ambience. Here you can have dinner while enjoying cabaret or other variety shows, but you can also dance to the rhythm of the most famous international DJs. For more than 12 years, the club has been offering quality nights in Florence, so do not miss it!

Tenax

Tenax

Open since 1981, Tenax is one of the best places in Florence to head for when it comes to good house music and international DJs. The music scene has changed a lot since its opening, but Tenax adjusted perfectly with the time, and today, it hosts the most famous national and international DJ stars. If you are in the mood to have a party weekend, this place will not disappoint you.

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