EXPERIENCES, YOUR WAY
in Florence and beyond
City Events & Culture
Culture unfolds throughout the year in Florence. From historic festivals to contemporary events, this month-by-month calendar highlights the celebrations that shape life in Florence and its surrounding towns.
Festive Season
Experience the magic of the holidays in Florence. From festive city strolls to moments of calm at Allure Spa, celebrate the season with a special dinner menu at Luca's Restaurant.
Events at La Gemma
From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, La Gemma Hotel Florence offers elegant spaces, refined cuisine, and personalized service for unforgettable moments.
Florence, Your Playground
Experience Florence’s culinary soul with authentic cooking classes led by local chefs from handmade pasta and wood-fired pizza to traditional Tuscan pastries all curated by La Gemma Hotel.
Hidden beneath Florence’s timeless facades, the city’s historic wine doors reveal a revived tradition a charming journey through Florence’s ancient wine culture.
Discover Siena and San Gimignano on a full-day tour, exploring Siena’s historic landmarks and artisan shops before heading to San Gimignano to admire its medieval towers, cathedral, and enjoy wine and gelato tastings.
Explore Florence’s historic heart on a guided walking tour, discovering iconic landmarks and Renaissance masterpieces.
Book your visit to the Vasari Corridor for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to walk Florence’s hidden passageway, closed to the public for centuries.
Enjoy a tailored shopping experience through Florence’s finest boutiques and designer studios, with a personal shopper offering expert styling and luxury gift advice.
Create lasting memories with a personalized photoshoot led by a local photographer, capturing your journey through Florence’s most iconic landmarks and charming streets.
Tuscan Countryside
Book your Tuscan Gin Tasting for an exclusive journey into the world of artisanal distilling, where tradition meets innovation.
Book your Helicopter Wine Tour for a breathtaking flight over Tuscany’s rolling vineyards and historic estates.
More than an activity, a moment of pure Tuscan enchantment. A truffle-inspired lunch with wine pairing celebrates the land and its traditions.
Visit Scarperia, the renowned “town of knives,” and explore the ancient craft of knife-making. Personalize a bespoke design or tour workshops of the world’s finest artisans.
Explore Tuscany in style with private driver tours or self-drive experiences in Ferrari, Lamborghini, or Maserati.
Experience Florence and Tuscany from above with a private helicopter tour, taking in breathtaking views of the city, Chianti vineyards, and coastal landscapes with options for winery visits, Michelin-starred lunches, or destinations.
Experience the timeless beauty of Val D’Orcia on a full-day guided tour, savoring local wines, regional cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes including a visit to a prestigious winery to taste Brunello di Montalcino.