Via de' Neri
Italy
Crossing the river, you’ll pass through one of Florence’s busiest brothels and learn about the city’s saucy past. Once at the local bar you’ll indulge in a traditional Italian cocktail and get to know your fellow travellers.
Contents
9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Via de' Neri, one of the most vibrant and architecturally dense streets in the historic center of Florence. As we stand here, you can feel the unique energy of a place that serves as a vital bridge between the grand…
Listen in the app2The Uffizi Corner — A Gateway of Art and Memory
Our journey begins at the western end of Via de' Neri, just steps away from the Uffizi Gallery. This corner is one of the most significant architectural intersections in the city, where the high-minded art of the Renaissance…
Listen in the app3The Schiacciata Phenomenon — All'Antico Vinaio
As we move further down the street, you will undoubtedly notice the long, winding lines of eager hungry travelers. This is the site of All'Antico Vinaio, perhaps the most famous sandwich shop in the world. …
Listen in the app4Tradition in Stone — The Historic Butcher of 1800
Just a short walk from the modern sandwich stalls lies a temple of tradition: one of the oldest butcher shops in Florence. Dating back to the end of the 1800s, this establishment is a living museum of the city's gastronomic…
Listen in the app5La Prosciutteria — A Tapestry of Tuscan Charcuterie
Continuing our walk, we encounter La Prosciutteria, another essential stop for the connoisseur of Italian flavors. This shop is a visual and olfactory feast, with hams hanging from the ceiling and shelves stacked high with local…
Listen in the app6Cold Confections — Gelateria dei Neri
No exploration of this street would be complete without a visit to Gelateria dei Neri, widely considered one of the best gelato shops in a city that claims to have invented the dessert. The history of gelato in Florence dates…
Listen in the app7Wine Windows and the Black Death — Hidden History
As we walk, keep a sharp eye on the stone walls of the palaces. You may notice small, arched openings about the size of a wine flask. …
Listen in the app8Changes and Continuity — The Resident's Perspective
Toward the eastern end of Via de' Neri, near the intersection with Via dei Benci, we find a place that highlights the tension between old and new. For residents who have lived here for decades, the street has changed almost…
Listen in the app9Closing
As our stroll down Via de' Neri comes to an end, we are left with a rich tapestry of flavors, histories, and personal memories. This street is a microcosm of Florence itself—a place where the weight of the past is always felt,…
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What is Via de' Neri?
Via de' Neri is a place in Italy with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 43.7870, 11.2707 |
| Last updated |
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