San Lorenzo, Florence: Things to Do & Map

San Lorenzo in Florence features the Renaissance Basilica of San Lorenzo, burial place of the Medici, and the Medici Chapels with Michelangelo's Sacristy. Nearby are Italian restaurants, pizza places, and the Mercato Centrale food hall.

Mercato CentraleFood Hall
Claudio Iacovelli Leather FactorySpecialty Store
Rewind Vintage SelectionFlea Market

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By TripSapien · Updated October 13, 2026

Top things to do in San Lorenzo

Claudio Iacovelli Leather Factory
★ 4.9 · 1.1k
Specialty Store
Every day
9 AM – 8 PM
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Rewind Vintage Selection
★ 4.8 · 116
Flea Market
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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Storico Mercato Centrale San Lorenzo
★ 4.6 · 1.2k
Market
A historic central market in Florence, it is a fundamental asset that embodies the glorious history of a neighborhood interacting daily with people.
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 3 PM
Sat
7 AM – 5 PM
Sun
Closed
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La Bottega Golosa
★ 4.8 · 219
Chocolate Shop
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 3 PM
Sat
7 AM – 5 PM
Sun
Closed
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Ballerini
★ 4.7 · 410
Chocolate Shop
ARTISAN PASTRY SHOP Cioccolateria Pasticceria Ballerini, a historic Florentine business since 1936, combines tradition and quality in the artisanal production of sweets, leavened products and chocolate, offering unique products that…
Mon–Fri
7:30 AM – 8 PM
Sat
7:30 AM – 8 PM
Sun
Closed
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Fashion Room Bookstore
Bookstore
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 6 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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Where to eat & drink in San Lorenzo

Mercato Centrale
★ 4.4 · 1.2k
Food Hall★
building in Florence, Italy
Every day
9 AM – 11 PM
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Ala Grande Caffè(caffè Rosanò)
★ 4.9 · 5.2k
Coffee Shop· €10–20
A cafe and brunch spot in Florence offering a wide selection of sweet and savory breakfast options, including croissants with creamy fillings, pancakes, and various coffee choices.
Mon–Wed
Closed
Thu–Fri
9 AM – 2 PM
Sat
9 AM – 2 PM
Sun
Closed
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La Piadina di Casa Maioli - Santa Maria Novella
★ 4.7 · 4.8k
Bar· €10–20
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 10 PM
Sat
10 AM – 11 PM
Sun
10 AM – 11 PM
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Il Trip per Tre
★ 4.7 · 1.3k
Pub· €10–20
Mon–Thu
5 PM – 1 AM
Fri
5 PM – 2 AM
Sat
6 PM – 2 AM
Sun
5 PM – 2 AM
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Trattoria Zà Zà
★ 4.5 · 34.6k
Italian· €20–30
Tuscan restaurant with a bright dining room as well as brick-walled & frescoed interior rooms.
Every day
11 AM – 11 PM
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Trattoria Dalloste SMN
★ 4.7 · 13.5k
Steakhouse· €30–90
Trattoria dall'Oste: restaurant located in Florence, specializing in Florentine steak - typical Tuscan dishes.
Every day
11 AM – 10 PM
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Bar Pasticceria Piccioli
★ 4.6 · 867
Pastry Shop· $
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
7 AM – 6 PM
Sat
7 AM – 6 PM
Sun
7 AM – 6 PM
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Matto Matto Firenze
★ 4.6 · 2.4k
Italian· €10–20
A restaurant in Florence known for its pastas, pizzas, ravioli, lasagna, truffle tagliatelle, and steak.
Every day
11:30 AM – 11 PM
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Rooster Cafe Firenze - Faenza
★ 4.8 · 1.3k
Brunch· €10–20
A cafe serving American brunch comfort foods made with Italian products, fresh-pressed juices, and cocktails, suitable for meals or working.
Every day
8 AM – 3 PM
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The Joshua Tree Pub
★ 4.6 · 1.6k
Irish Pub· €10–20
Craft beer, Tuscan wines & sandwiches at a long-standing haunt named after a U2 album.
Every day
11 AM – 2 AM
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