Florence's tours

This journey through Tuscan art and culture begins with a rich and revitalising Breakfast at the Bernini Palace Parliament Hall. O…

Florence is home to the most famous Italian designer brands, as well as a wide range of artisan products, such as gold jewellery,…

Flavour reigns supreme on this sensory journey of discovery through the aromas of Tuscan cuisine. From Florence to Chianti: every…

A day in the great outdoors, in contact with nature, just what you need to relax with your children. Why not visit an actual farm?…

A holiday dedicated to sport and entertainment: Bernini Palace is the perfect starting point and Florence the ideal venue! There i…

When organising a visit to Florence, it is impossible not to include surrounding Medieval towns, suggestive and relaxing settings…

The Hotel Bernini Palace stands out for its concierge service, led by expert concierges who are members of the prestigious interna…

In the most iconic part of central Florence, between Palazzo Vecchio and the banks of the Arno, Hotel Bernini Palace welcomes gues…

Tuscany stands for art beauty, landscape and … delicious food. Even in the heart of Florence, at the Bernini Palace they celebrate…

Just a few steps from the Hotel Bernini Palace is one of Florence's most famous treasures: Galleria dell’Accademia, world-famous f…

Florence has been the center of global significance for centuries. It served as the birthplace of the Renaissance, nurturing the b…

Florence's Ponte Vecchio is undoubtedly one of the city's most fascinating and iconic spots. Located in the heart of the historica…

The Florentine Zuccotto is a historical delicacy that has its roots in the time of the Medici family, captivating the palates of g…

At the Bernini Palace, if you pay attention to the details, you’ll find out a lot about the city’s past. Sniff out the “clues” and…

If there is one place that captures the essence and greatness of Italian art, it is surely the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. And amo…

Just a five-minute walk from the Hotel Bernini Palace, Brunelleschi's majestic and iconic dome embodies the genius and ingenuity o…

Fiorenza within the ancient circle, where she removes again and third and ninth, was in peace, sober and modest. She had no chain,…

The recipe for Tuscan crostini has very ancient origins. Historians testify that this dish was already present in the banquets of…

Piazza del Duomo, as well as being the hub of the historic center, has always been the religious heart of the city. Here are the m…

Taste becomes the protagonist of your sensory journey, to discover the aromas and flavours of Tuscan cuisine! From Florence to Chi…

Pici are a typical product of Tuscan regional cuisine. They are a type of pasta similar to a rustic spaghetti that is made with wa…

The Bernini Palace has always been the Florentine home for the big names in international cinema, honegrown and from Hollywood. Ma…

Among the many reasons to return to visit the Uffizi Gallery an exhibition dedicated to a remarkable work of Leonardo da Vinci's m…

“Christmas is coming, the holiday that more than any other celebrates the pleasure of being together. This is why I wish to thank…

Lights, street markets, the smell of cakes and confectionery, and glittering shop windows – no doubt about it, Christmas is on its…

“Tortelli alla mugellana” are an excellent first course made with fresh pasta and stuffed with flavored potatoes, typical of Mugel…

Together, the three of them can boast a total of sixty years practising their profession. For manager David Foschi, waiters Marusc…

Among the wonders of Florence not to be missed is the Boboli Gardens. Born as the grand-ducal garden of the Pitti Palace, it is al…

He arranges shifts and purchases, he supervises menus and meetings, and he’s also the Bernini Palace’s Beverage sector quality man…

Andrea Bischeri is one of the linchpins of this 5-star hotel in Florence. He checks every accounting and fiscal detail with inflex…

“When we walk into the hotel, we all become the Bernini.” Here Maria Grazia Raimondi tells us how the cleanliness, order and impec…

Lorenzo Illiberi and Alessandro Beccattini are both members of the select concierge club, Les Clefs d’Or. We interviewed them to f…

She knows every detail of the hotel, she interfaces with all its teams, and she’s the contact person for guests and travel agencie…

Behind the scenes at Florence’s five-star hotel is an ever-present figure, the manager, who is the pillar of the whole place. Davi…

“A ‘Renaissance’ Christmas in a city of art and culture. The Bernini Palace in Florence is looking forward to celebrating the fest…

During the winter holidays the capital of the Renaissance lights up with magic. Especially if you soak up the atmosphere as guests…

Here we are, back at the Bernini Palace in Florence: after entering the hall, we walk up the grey sandstone stairs to the upper fl…

The manager of the Bernini Palace David Foschi knows his hotel’s every secret. Starting from the cooking, the pride and joy of a h…

The Bernini Palace in Florence, a treasure trove of art and history with lots of stories to tell, offers guests an immersive exper…

Florence was one of the main stops on the Grand Tour, the long journey to Italy that European aristocrats undertook in the 18th an…

“At least once a day, every day, since September 10 1979, I’ve thought about that memorable concert, arguably the best, certainly…

In Florence every stone, every bridge, every building tells a story. Figures such as Leonardo Da Vinci, Lorenzo De' Medici, Michel…

A small but important and revealing detail: the two Concierges at the Bernini Palace in Florence wear a badge in both lapels of th…

Art has always been at the forefront in Florence and the same is true of the so-called “seventh art”, film. There has always been…

The Bernini Palace reopened in Florence in May and guests are now back to stay in the structure. In the meantime, in recent months…

Think of the city of Florence and you immediately think of Dante. Especially if you’re staying at the Bernini Palace, in the heart…

One of the symbols of the Florentine hotel industry is reopening at last. From May 5, the Bernini Palace will be offering its hosp…

Like a magnet charged with energy and dynamism, Florence has always been a hub for cultural events. Likewise, a stone’s throw from…

It’s not every morning that one has breakfast between the pages of a history book. But that’s precisely what will happen to you in…

Many celebrities of yesteryear and today have visited the Bernini Palace, and it's easy to understand why. Set in the heart of Flo…

Outside the Bernini Palace, on a marble plaque of the wall, we can read this line of the Paradise poem of Dante: "Nel picciol cerc…

The Bernini Palace Hotel is opening its digital doors. At the entrance David Foschi is welcoming the blog’s visitors, he is the Ge…