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Stay cool! Florentine experiences in the open-air, from camping in the trees to rafting

Discover Destination Florence's list of outdoor experiences to stay cool outdoors during the Florentine summer.

While it’s true that the heat of Florence can become unbearable and make you not want to leave the house, there are many fun, romantic and unique experiences in the cool and outdoors to take advantage of your free time. Enjoy the city from a different point of view, almost feeling like you’re by the sea! Rely on nature to beat the heat with a nice dip or some water sports.

Remember to drink, the water is public!

Whether it’s with your family, as a couple or whichever you choose, here are unique ideas to explore outdoor spots in Florence, enjoying wonderful days spent in the open air:

  1. The Florence Tree Camp: overnight stay in a tent + bbq dinner + breakfast. A few minutes from Florence, the Park-Museum of Environmental Art at Poggio Valicaia is a magical place to spend a night camping in the trees. Also available in the romantic getaway format, with an overnight stay and dinner served by candlelight on the panoramic terrace or porch (vegan and celiac versions on offer). Available until September.
  2. Pool and Lunch in Chianti: A day in the pool to escape Florence and be lulled by the rolling hills of Chianti and the cuisine of the Diadema Wine & Bar Restaurant, curated by chef Alessio Leporatti. Look at the menu now! Available until September.
  3. Cinema in the woods: 6 dates between July and September for evenings in the park of Poggio Valicaia for a themed dinner and cinema in the woods: Special Friday with fish dinner + film, Saturday CULT film and themed dinner, on Sundays animated films (award-winning, for adults and children) and GIROPIZZA for the whole family. Dinner time 20.00, film to follow.

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For those who love to splash about in water and, above all, have fun, the surroundings of Florence - and not only - offer various possibilities for water sports. We recommend:

  1. Urban Rafting under the Ponte Vecchio: Urban rafting excursion with panoramic nature that includes the descent of the stretch of the Arno river that flows through the historic center of Florence, from San Niccolò to Santa Rosa. Available until November.
  2. Rafting - Descend the Lima Creek: Rafting excursion descending the sparkling Lima Creek, a short distance from the spa town of Bagni di Lucca. Available on some summer weekends.
  3. Kayaking in Bilancino Lake: Guided exploration of Bilancino Lake aimed at beginners, allowing you to approach kayaking, learn basic paddling techniques and fundamental safety maneuvers, or simply spend a day outdoors in the hills of Mugello. Available until November.

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Adventure

The best creek rafting experience in Tuscany!

Rafting in the Lima creek through the wild water of Lima.

Starting from 49,00 €

If you are looking for other outdoor adventures, explore our guide: parachute, safari, trekking: just choose the one that suits you best and head off on an adventure! And finally, always stay cool – read our guide on where to take a dip in Florence!

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