Things to do in San Lorenzo, Florence
9 places curated from 11 travel vlogs — the more a spot gets mentioned, the higher it ranks
Mercato Centrale
The indoor food market opened in 2014 inside an iron-and-glass building from 1874. Its several levels offer everything from local specialties to pizzerias.
Basilica di San Lorenzo
This church was consecrated in 393 and served as the city's cathedral for 300 years. Its complex includes a museum and a crypt holding the tombs of Cosimo de' Medici and Donatello.
Medici Chapels
The Medici family chapel within the San Lorenzo complex, recommended as a must-see.
San Lorenzo Market
This outdoor market has hundreds of stalls spread along several streets around the Mercato Centrale. It is known for Florentine leather goods such as bags, belts, wallets and jackets, and bargaining is possible.
Laurentian Library
The Medici library within the San Lorenzo complex, recommended as a must-see.
Trattoria Mario
This tiny, busy lunch spot is always packed with locals and tourists. It serves wonderful pasta and one of the best Florentine steaks the host has had.
Trattoria ZaZa
This trattoria is reasonably priced and everything is good. The host's top picks are the pappardelle with duck ragù and anything with the truffle cream sauce.
Palazzo Medici Riccardi
The big brownish Medici Palace, visible from the dome and close to the Accademia and Mercato Centrale.
Da Nerbone
A stall inside Mercato Centrale dating back to the 19th century. It serves a simple, excellent porchetta panino for about six euros.