Florence is home to some wonderful eateries, a rich dining and culinary tradition, and some of the most unique and interesting businesses that manage to combine worlds such as the likes of the Gucci restaurant. However, if you want to see two worlds that truly seem incompatible and diametrically opposed and boast tasty treats and perfect beverage, then it's hard to imagine anywhere else that somehow works so unexpectedly well as the Libreria Café La Cité. A bookshop and café that becomes a trendy bar and venue by night it offers very different charms and types of appeal, depending on at what time of day you visit! A really cool spot in the city, it is a must for those who like relaxed vibes and unique venues and bars and who have found a vacation rental in Florence.
Day-to-night venues are increasingly popular nowadays and this charming spot really recreates retro Left Bank vibes. It is a bookshop and cultural centre that hosts live music, readings and writing workshops but also a café famous for its great coffee, homemade cakes, fruit and vegetable juices, and snacks. During the day, it is a great place to come a relax in a cosy atmosphere, surrounded by books (always the best place to be), that feels a little like hanging out in your grandmother's house (also always the best place to be).
By evening, however, the atmosphere changes and the aperitivo scene makes things a lot more active. As they are famous for their coffee during the day, they are also well-known for their cocktails by night. During weekends it is hard to get in and crowds spill out through the doors, proving how popular and well-executed the whole thing is. However, if you're on holidays, you can easily swing by during the quieter evenings during the week or, if you want to brave the crowds, come and mingle with the locals during the weekend. It's up to you but one thing's for sure, if you love books, an artsy atmosphere, and alternatives to your regular old bar, this is the spot for you in Tuscany!
By evening, however, the atmosphere changes and the aperitivo scene makes things a lot more active. As they are famous for their coffee during the day, they are also well-known for their cocktails by night. During weekends it is hard to get in and crowds spill out through the doors, proving how popular and well-executed the whole thing is. However, if you're on holidays, you can easily swing by during the quieter evenings during the week or, if you want to brave the crowds, come and mingle with the locals during the weekend. It's up to you but one thing's for sure, if you love books, an artsy atmosphere, and alternatives to your regular old bar, this is the spot for you in Tuscany!