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Silvia Marchetti is a Rome-based freelance reporter. She writes about everything: monetary policy, one-euro homes, Sicilian islands and lost villages in Molise – but travel is her core business. For Time Out, Silvia has written about Florence and Milan. Silvia has also appeared in iNews, Newsweek and Fodor's Travel.
In case you weren’t aware already, Milan isn’t just for shopping. Don’t get us wrong, the fashion scene here is the best in Italy (and probably Europe), but this city offers more than just ridiculously fancy threads. Lots more. Here you’ll find beautiful buildings everywhere you turn, aesthetic Instagrammable spots on every corner, a whole array of great restaurants to get stuck into and some seriously nice bars for cocktails with a view. If you want an hour-by-hour itinerary, check out how we do 48 hours in Milan. But if you simply want to browse all the best things the city has to offer, read on. Here are Milan’s best things to do. RECOMMENDED:🍴 The best restaurants in Milan🛏 The best hotels in Milan 🏠 The best Airbnbs in Milan📍 The best day trips from Milan This guide was updated by Marianna Cerini, a writer based in Milan. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.
Food will be high on your list for a trip to Florence, and we can assure you it will not disappoint. This city is known for its meat dishes, from wild boar pappardelle to tripe sandwiches, but vegetarians can get stuck into truffle pastas and ribollita. The restaurants here are tucked away in little corners, with flower-covered walls and cellars strewn with fairy lights. These restaurants are something special, and our local writers have scoured every one of them. Read on for the best in Florence. RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Florence🍦 The best gelato in Florence🏡 The best Airbnbs in Florence🏨 The best hotels in Florence This guide was updated by Italy-based writer Silvia Marchetti. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.
The majestic Duomo, the dreamy Ponte Vecchio, the historic Uffizi Gallery… every one of Florence’s attractions lends the Tuscan capital its enduring magic. But while they’re all incredible places to visit, staying nearby isn’t always the best idea – especially if you want to avoid tourist crowds and sky-high rates on hotels and Airbnbs. Luckily, there are plenty of neighbourhoods in Florence that offer travellers a taste of the real Florentine lifestyle. Take your pick from the tavern-packed streets of San Frediano, the aperitivo kingdom of Sant’Ambrogio, the artsy San Niccolò, and the gardens of Boboli. Or, for an unplugged stay close to the historic center, there’s also Fiesole, a comune of Florence that offers spectacular views over the city and Tuscany’s trademark rolling hills. So, without further ado, these are Florence’s best neighbourhoods to live la dolce vita. RECOMMENDED: ⛲️ The best things to do in Florence🛌 The best hotels in Florence🍝 The best restaurants in Florence🏡 The best Airbnbs in Florence🍨 The best gelato in Florence🖼 The best museums in Florence Planning your next trip? Check out our latest travel guides, written by local experts.