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Historical Businesses – Weekend Itinerary

Centuries-old hotels, restaurants and trattorias for the perfect trip through time in the Renaissance city.

When you think of Florence, you think of streets steeped in history, centuries-old buildings, art on every surface, and a trip through time. Let us take you on a journey through the oldest and most impressive of the historical restaurants, trattoria and hotels which are peppered across the city to make your trip to Florence a magical one.

Planning a weekend trip can be overwhelming with all the options out there. Take the stress out of planning with our itineraries. Three different styles of traveller mean three different styles of wining and dining and places to lay your head at night. These options are for the tourist seeking luxury, the traveller looking for a good bite to eat and a memorable place to stay, and the true history lover, looking to experience Florence as it once was.

First of all, the opulent option: Hotel Bernini Palace in piazza di San Firenze is situated in a 15th century building, just steps from Florence’s main sights. With their incredible wealth of hotelling heritage, they anticipate every guest’s need as well as giving you a glimpse of Florence’s historic culture with elegantly furnished rooms and authentic furniture. This five star vacation spot is well matched by the top-class dining in Ristorante Buca Lapi.


For a less formal option, check out a typical Tuscan trattoria where the focus is on good quality food, and lots of it. Enjoy a dining experience like no other in Trattoria Cammillo.
Walls lined with wine bottles and paintings; this is as much a gallery as it is a spot for a traditional Tuscan meal. Or you could try the Trattoria Sostanza Troia for a famed Florentine steak and fine red wine.

Hotel Lucchesi is a wonderful and relaxing place to head to after relishing your meal, sure to find comfort in one of Florence’s original establishments, hosting guests since 1860. Hotel Kraft is another great choice, with a stunning rooftop terrace giving you a view of the historic buildings from above, before laying down to rest in one of them. 


And where to stay if you’re looking for a truly historical experience of Florence? Well, to answer this most important of questions, an obvious answer spring to mind: for centuries, the remarkable Hotel Brunelleschi has been at the centre of the city offering optimum hotelling service to guests. Located in the magnificent Byzantine Pagliazza Tower, it unites history, luxury and wonder. Continue your time in the past with an unforgettable meal at Antico Ristorante Paoli, via de’ Tavolini. Serving up Tuscany’s finest dishes since 1824, this is a real treasure for both food and history lovers.


Whether you are looking for class, comfort or convenience on your weekend trip, Florence has a historical establishment to suit all needs. You’ll emerge from your time in Florence feeling like you’ve been walking amongst the Medici.