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Month by month weather in Florence with official averages, crowd levels and what to pack.

Easter fireworks, the Iris Garden, Calcio Storico and San Giovanni, plus how I handle the July heat and crowds in Florence.

I was in Florence for the first Tour de France start in Italy in June 2024. What happened, the Gino Bartali story and where cyclists ride today.

Skip the worst lines in Florence: best hours for the Duomo, Uffizi and David, timed tickets, quiet alternatives and evening openings.

Florence with kids: 20 family activities, from climbing the dome to gardens, gelato and kid-friendly museums, plus practical tips.

Calcio Storico Fiorentino explained: the four teams, rules, the June parade and matches in Piazza Santa Croce, with 2026 dates.

What to wear in Florence each season: church dress codes, shoes for cobblestones, layers for spring and a packing checklist.

Where to go out in Florence after dark: Santo Spirito, Sant'Ambrogio and Santa Croce, live music, late spots and getting home safely.

Florence rooftop bars ranked by the view: Duomo, Arno and hills. When to arrive for sunset and which terraces need a booking.

How to spot real gelato in Florence (metal tins, natural colors) and the best gelaterie by neighborhood, from a local who tests often.