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With a healthy population of students and young professionals, the Renaissance city is a great nightlife destination. Beer pubs, wine bars, and a well-established craft cocktail scene mean there's something for everyone. The Santa Croce neighborhood is widely considered party central for American college students in Florence. Other hotspots include the Santo Spirito and San Frediano areas, on the other side of the Arno River. Read on for our guide to the top 10 places for nightlife in Florence. 01 of 10 Il Locale Il Locale View Map Address Via delle Seggiole, 12r, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Get directions Phone +39 055 906 7188 Web Visit website Occupying part of a 16th-century building, with a cellar dating to the 1200s, the exquisitely restored rooms ooze atmosphere. A long wine list, fancy cocktails, and a full dinner menu mean you could easily make a night of it at this Santa Croce hotspot, or just stop in for the drinks and unmatched ambiance. Open every night until 2 a.m. 02 of 10 MAD–Souls & Spirits Mad - Souls & Spirits View Map Address Borgo S. Frediano, 36/38r, 50124 Firenze FI, Italy Get directions Phone +39 055 627 1621 Web Visit website Billing itself "the self-proclaimed awesomeist (sic) cocktail bar in Europe and Micronesia," MAD–Souls & Spirits certainly doesn't take itself too seriously. But what is serious here is the dedication to great craft cocktails at working-class prices. Since opening in 2016, the bar has developed a cult following and given cocktail aficionados yet another reason to trek over to trendy San Frediano. Open every night until 2 a.m. 03 of 10 Manifattura Manifattura View Map Address Piazza di S. Pancrazio, 1, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Get directions Phone +39 055 239 6367 Web Visit website The vibe at this craft cocktail bar near Santa Maria Novella is vintage meets hipster, elegant meets edgy. Bartenders here are seasoned veterans, and they take pride in their mixology and in the made-in-Italy mantra (all spirits served come from Italy). No need to worry about parting with a 20-euro note to get a cocktail here, either—everything on the drink menu is 10 euros or less. Closed Monday. Open to 1 or 2 a.m. Tuesday through Sunday. 04 of 10 PopCafé Pop Cafe Santo Spirito View Map Address Piazza Santo Spirito, 18/R, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy Get directions Phone +39 055 217475 Web Visit website Adored by locals for its friendly vibe, fresh cocktails and evening crowds filling up the sidewalk tables, PopCafé has an enviable location on tree-shaded Piazza Santo Spirito. A young, mostly local clientele flocks here for negronis, live music or DJ sets, and to hang out with friends. Oh, and for the free Wi-Fi. Open every night until 2 a.m. Continue to 5 of 10 below. 05 of 10 Moyo Moyo Firenze View Map Address Via dei Benci, 23/r, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Get directions Phone +39 055 247 9738 Web Visit website Set smack dab in the middle of Santa Croce's raucous nightlife hub, Moyo is popular for a number of reasons. First among them being its generous aperitivo spread, an all-you-can-eat buffet that's yours for the price of a few drinks. Food and cocktails are international, high-quality, and constantly changing. Late nights here offer DJ sets and themed parties, making this a great spot to hit at the beginning and at the end of your night out. Open every night until 3 a.m. 06 of 10 Mayday Club Mayday Club View Map Address Via Dante Alighieri, 16/r, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Get directions Phone +39 055 238 1290 Web Visit website It's tough to find a decent bar in the most touristy parts of Florence, but Mayday delivers. The small, low-key bar has been open since 2001 (a lifetime in Florence's fickle bar scene) and was among the first wave of craft cocktail bars to herald in the boom. You'll need a membership to drink at this uber-cool spot, but fortunately, they're sold on a walk-in basis. Closed Monday. Open Tuesday to Saturday until 2 a.m. 07 of 10 Caffe Rivoire Cafe Rivoire View Map Address P.za della Signoria, 5/R, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Get directions Phone +39 055 214412 Web Visit website Yes, it's overpriced and touristy. But some places are classics for a reason. This cafe, bar and chocolate shop has had the best seat in town since 1872 – right on the Piazza della Signoria, Florence's main square. A glass of prosecco on the outdoor terrace will cost you a pretty penny, but you can't beat the scenery. Plus, did we mention they have coffee, alcohol, and chocolate, all in one place? Open every night until 10 p.m. 08 of 10 Sky Lounge at Grand Hotel Minerva Grand Hotel Minerva View Map Address P.za di Santa Maria Novella, 16, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Get directions Phone +39 055 27230 Web Visit website Unfortunately, you can't jump into the pool on a balmy summer night. But the rooftop bar at the Grand Hotel Minerva, overlooking Piazza Santa Maria Novella, is still a good bet for great views, an away-from-the-madding-crowds experience, and a refreshing spritz. The roof can be rented for private events as well. Open every day until midnight. Continue to 9 of 10 below. 09 of 10 Art. 17 Birreria Art. 17 Birreria View Map Address Borgo la Croce, 64 r, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy Get directions Phone +39 055 234 6694 Web Visit website Pubs in Florence don't have to try very hard to reel in customers, especially with the huge numbers of college students in town looking for cheap dives and cheap pints. Art. 17 Birreria is a rare pub that makes an effort with its focus on carefully sourced artisanal (artigianale in Italian) beers from Italy and beyond. There are always interesting offerings on tap, plus a wide selection of bottled craft beers often accompanied by live music. There's no food served here, so make this a stop for before or after dinner. Closed Sunday. Open Monday to Saturday until 2 a.m. 10 of 10 Le Volpi e L'Uva Le Volpi e l'Uva View Map Address Piazza dei Rossi, 1R, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy Get directions Phone +39 055 239 8132 Web Visit website If you're a wine connoisseur (or if you just like to try new wines) head to Le Volpi e L'Uva, a small, serious wine bar near Ponte Vecchio. There are usually a couple of dozen wines offered by the glass, with a focus on small-batch, Italian vintners. Try a few on your own, or arrange for a guided tasting, a wine flight, or a wine tasting lesson, including a blind taste test. They also do nice antipasti plates to accompany the vino. An early closing time makes this a before-dinner stop or place for a light meal. Closed Sunday. Open Monday to Friday until 9 p.m. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Share Pin Email Tell us why! Submit Share Pin Email