When we think of Florence, the first thing that comes to mind is a beautiful city in Tuscany, full of culture and lots of art. What few of us know is that partying in Florence is a great idea. The city has a magnificent university atmosphere and is the perfect setting for a night out. Florence, besides being the birthplace of the Renaissance, is also one of the favorite destinations for students looking to go on Erasmus in a city with a vibrant nightlife.

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Partying in Florence is quite an experience. Florentine nights start quite early, when locals gather for the famous Italian aperitivo. As night falls, the bars in the city center fill up with people enjoying an Aperol Spritz and great food. A little later, the party moves to the downtown squares, where hundreds of young people gather to enjoy the atmosphere of this city. Finally, the liveliest ones go to the discotheques, where the party goes on until the wee hours of the morning.

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In conclusion, partying in Florence is an adventure that every student should experience during their Erasmus in the city. That’s why this week we bring you the best nightlife areas for you to enjoy this city to the fullest.

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Santa Croce

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In the heart of the city center is the heart of the Florentine nightlife, the Santa Croce square. This emblematic place of the nightlife is located at the foot of the famous Basilica of Santa Croce and a few steps from the Central National Library. The surroundings of this square are full of bars, restaurants and nightclubs where you can enjoy the full experience of partying in Florence.

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Being the most popular area of the city, it is also the most frequented by tourists. For this reason, prices can be a bit high. If you are looking for a more local option, the following neighborhood is for you!

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San Ferdiano

This area is known for having the most authentic nightlife. San Ferdiano is the trendy neighborhood for locals to go out for drinks and enjoy the city’s nightlife. This beautiful neighborhood, which is also worth a visit during the day, is famous for having a wide gastronomic offer.

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In any of the hundreds of trattorias, restaurants and clubs you will find there, you can enjoy a great dinner and spend a great night. One of the best-known places in San Ferdiano is the Libreria La Citè, where in the evenings they usually organize events related to art, literature and music. If you want to spend a quieter evening and enjoy live music, don’t hesitate to visit it!

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Santo Spirito

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Here you will find another favorite square for young people to start their party nights in Florence.  Santo Spirito square, built in the 13th century to gather those attending the mass at the Church of Santo Spirito, nowadays becomes the most active place in the south of the city at night.

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Today it is a bohemian area frequented by musicians and artists, where open-air concerts are held on summer evenings. The locals around the square make sure that the party goes on until the early hours of the morning any day of the year.

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Come to Florence and experience the best party nights in the heart of Italy!

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