Relais La Capricciosa
Florence guides, Tuscan cuisine and Florentine culture from our boutique hotel in the historic centre
Lifestyle21 May 2026 — 10 min read
Florence is one of Europe's most rewarding cities to visit alone — safe, walkable, art-rich, and warmly welcoming of single diners. A complete guide for the solo traveller, with hotel notes.
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Lifestyle21 May 2026 — 12 min read
Driving to Florence? The ZTL restricted traffic zone catches thousands of visitors each year with fines starting at €80. A practical guide to gates, garages, hours, and how to arrive without a ticket.
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Lifestyle21 May 2026 — 11 min read
How accessible is Florence for travellers with mobility, sensory, or cognitive needs? An honest guide to museums, transport, attractions, hotels, and the realities of a historic centre on cobblestones.
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Lifestyle21 May 2026 — 10 min read
Travelling to Florence with a dog or small pet? A practical guide to pet-friendly hotels, parks, restaurants, vets, and transport — plus an honest note on our own policy at Via Porta Rossa.
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21 May 2026 — 12 min read
An honest comparison of Relais La Capricciosa and Portrait Firenze — a 4-star superior boutique relais and a 5-star Lungarno Collection hotel, one hundred metres apart in central Florence.
Read More →Lifestyle21 May 2026 — 11 min read
How to decide between a boutique 4-star superior and a traditional 5-star luxury hotel in Florence — definitions, named comparators, ideal guests, and what each model is honestly best at.
Read More →Gastronomy21 May 2026 — 12 min read
A complete foodie guide to Mercato Centrale Florence — its cast-iron Mengoni architecture, ground-floor vendors (Nerbone for lampredotto), the upstairs food court, hours, strategy, and the seven-minute walk from Via Porta Rossa.
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A five-day Florence honeymoon itinerary with romantic dining, sunset spots, private experiences, suite recommendations from €480-€850, and what the Art Concierge at Relais La Capricciosa can quietly arrange.
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7 May 2026 — 7 min read
A guide to choosing a boutique hotel in Florence’s historic centre: what defines the category, why location matters, and what the 4-star superior standard really means.
Read More →Culture & Art11 April 2026 — 7 min read
How to choose the right hotel in the historic centre of Florence: best zones, what to look for, budget, and tips for a perfect stay in the heart of the city.
Read More →Wellness8 April 2026 — 6 min read
How to choose a quiet hotel in central Florence and sleep well despite the central location. Practical advice on soundproofing, pillows, and comfort.
Read More →Lifestyle5 April 2026 — 6 min read
What does it mean to stay in a 4-star relais in the historic centre of Florence? A guide to services, comfort, and the differences from a traditional hotel.
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Lifestyle1 April 2026 — 8 min read
A complete guide to planning a romantic weekend in Florence with your partner: the best hotels, restaurants, and experiences for couples in the historic centre.
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Lifestyle28 March 2026 — 7 min read
A guide to choosing the ideal boutique hotel near Piazza della Signoria in Florence: what to look for, how much to expect to spend, and why location makes all the difference.
Read More →Lifestyle21 March 2026 — 8 min read
The building that houses Relais La Capricciosa has stood on Via Porta Rossa since the fifteenth century. A look at Renaissance architecture in Florence, palazzo hotels, and the history of Via Porta Rossa.
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Gastronomy17 March 2026 — 8 min read
The rolling hills of Chianti Classico begin thirty minutes south of Florence. A complete guide to Chianti wine tours from Florence, including the best wine routes, tastings, and vineyard experiences.
Read More →Culture & Art14 March 2026 — 8 min read
Across the Arno, Florence's artisan quarter preserves centuries of craft. A curated Oltrarno Florence guide to leather workshops, gilders, bookbinders, and the masters who keep tradition alive.
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Lifestyle10 March 2026 — 8 min read
Beyond the grand piazzas, Florence hides intimate courtyards and walled gardens that most visitors never see. A guide to the secret gardens of Florence, from Boboli to private palazzo courtyards.
Read More →Wellness3 March 2026 — 8 min read
True wellness is not a program — it is a practice. At Relais La Capricciosa, our morning rituals draw on centuries of Florentine botanical tradition, Santa Maria Novella amenities, and the restorative quiet of a Renaissance palazzo.
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Gastronomy24 February 2026 — 8 min read
Tuscan cuisine in Florence is a philosophy built on extraordinary ingredients and radical simplicity. From farm-to-table dining at L'Alchimista to Chianti wine dinners, a guide to eating well in the Renaissance city.
Read More →Culture & Art10 February 2026 — 8 min read
Step beyond the Uffizi and into a city that invented perspective, beauty, and the modern world. A curated guide to Florence's most extraordinary corners, from UNESCO landmarks to hidden cloisters.
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