Visiting a city is not necessarily synonymous with non-stop days full of museums and monuments. Visiting also means stopping, observing, taking time, capturing the atmosphere. What better place than a literary café or a culinary bookstore? These are our favourites:

Todo Modo is an independent bookshop and wine shop located in the heart of the Santa Maria Novella neighborhood in Florence. With over 20,000 titles available, it offers a large selection of books, including many in the original language. In addition to selling books, Todo Modo hosts a bistro called "Uqbar", inspired by a short story by Jorge Luis Borges, where visitors can enjoy prepared dishes with fresh ingredients and a selection of natural wines.

The Brac Bookshop is a bookshop specializing in contemporary art, located near Piazza Santa Croce. In addition to its large selection of books, Brac offers a welcoming environment that combines a café and a vegetarian and vegan restaurant. The venue is known for its unique dishes and use of organic ingredients.

The Conventino Caffè Letterario is a fascinating cultural space located in the former Monastery of Santa Teresa, in the Florentine Oltrarno district. This literary café offers a unique environment where you can browse books and newspapers, enjoy local culinary specialties and take part in cultural events.

The Libreria L'Ornitorinco is a welcoming bookshop located in the heart of the Florentine Oltrarno. This space is designed for the curious and reading enthusiasts, offering a vast selection of books. In addition to its function as a bookshop, L'Ornitorinco also serves as a café and bar, creating an ideal environment for sharing and cultural exchange.