Ready to begin your journey? Here are  a few starting points:

The Destination Florence website outlines historical businesses, with a handy guide to a number of the local artisans active in the community. Organized by category, explore antiques and restoration, bookstores and papermakers, fashion and accessories, porcelain, pottery, silverware, stationery and more, not forgetting the historical bars and restaurants that add so much to Florence’s fabric. The list is long and will compel you to jot down your own personal itinerary of the stores and studios to see in the city. www.attivitastoriche.destinationflorence. com/en/historical-business/

Firenze Creativa has put together a map for a quick and easy way to locate the historical businesses of Florence, ensuring you don’t accidentally walk past something extraordinary. Oftentimes, the centuries- old palazzi of the city hide within them something truly unmissable, and this guide ensures that you won’t leave Florence without having explored the city’s soul!
www.firenzecreativa.it

Esercizi Storici Fiorentini is an association that brings together more than 60 historic Florentine businesses made up of artisans, merchants, hospitality and food and wine businesses who have decided to join together to promote, protect and enhance their respective endeavours. From gelaterie to pharmacies, the all- encompassing group honours tradition, working to ensure a future for historical businesses.
www.esercizistoricifiorentini.it