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We\u2019ve been there: you just had a wonderful trip in the heart of Tuscany and the day before you head home you realize you didn\u2019t pick up any souvenirs from Florence! While postcards and refrigerator magnets will work in a pinch, we have several ideas for unique souvenirs in Florence to help you remember the trip of a lifetime.<\/p>\n

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You’re sure to find an amazing souvenir in Florence. Photo credit: S O C I A L . C U T<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Edible Souvenirs from Florence<\/h2>\n

You may have heard that you can\u2019t travel with food across international borders, but that\u2019s not true in every case! There are plenty of food products that make great souvenirs from Florence that you can safely bring back home.<\/p>\n

Expert\u2019s tip:<\/strong> If you forget to have your bottles and jars bubble wrapped in the shop, wrap them up in your clothes and pack them towards the top of your checked suitcase. In the event that your bag does get searched, make sure that the ingredient labels are easily readable so the agent knows that what you\u2019re bringing back is a-okay.<\/p>\n

Truffles<\/h3>\n

Bring the taste of Italy home when you grab a souvenir of preserved Tuscan truffles<\/a>, truffle cream, or truffle salt. There are plenty of shops specializing in truffle products around Florence, but we love the high-quality options you can find at Mercato Centrale<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Remember your trip every time you cook with special ingredients from Florence! Photo credit: Michela Simoncini<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Chocolate and sweet spreads<\/h3>\n

Sure, you can buy Nutella at any grocery store, but boutique chocolate and dessert spreads from Florence just hit different. Historical chocolatier Rivoire<\/a> offers assorted boxes of chocolates and delectable spreads of hazelnut and pistachio.<\/p>\n

Extra virgin olive oil<\/h3>\n

Elevate your home cooking when you bring back a bottle of Tuscan extra virgin olive oil. You\u2019ll be shocked at the bright green oil with its bitter flavors, but trust that it tastes so good you\u2019ll happily eat it alone with bread or drizzled over homemade soup.<\/p>\n

Wine<\/h3>\n

You\u2019ll want to pack light if you plan to bring Italian wine home! There are plenty of wine shops that can help you make your selection of authentic Italian wines, and some like Enoteca Alessi<\/a> or Enoteca Pontevecchio also ship abroad, including to the United States<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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A bottle (or two! )of wine can make a great souvenir from Florence. Photo credit: Michela Simoncini<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Grocery store goodies<\/h3>\n

Filling up your cart at an Italian grocery store can be a fun way to feel like a local! Bring home truffle pasta, cookies, candy, and even cereal for a fun edible souvenir from Florence.<\/p>\n

Non-edible souvenirs from Florence<\/h2>\n

With hundreds of artisanal shops, you can find some beautiful handmade products to bring home as a souvenir from Florence.<\/p>\n

Leather goods<\/h3>\n

You can\u2019t walk 10 minutes down any street in Florence without coming across shops and kiosks bursting with Italian leather goods. Handbags, belts, wallets, shoes, jackets\u2026you name it, and you can find it made from leather!<\/p>\n

There are plentiful options of genuine Italian leather goods no matter your budget. Look for the \u201cMade in Italy\u201d label to know you\u2019re getting the real deal.<\/p>\n

Want to find your perfect wallet or bag? Take a look at our article on Leather Markets in Florence<\/a> for a deep dive into San Lorenzo and the other leather markets around the city.<\/p>\n

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Leather goods can be found all over Florence. Photo credit: Ron Lach<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Expert\u2019s Tip:<\/strong> If purchasing goods at one of the many open-air leather markets, it can be an adventure to try haggling with the vendor. Chances are you\u2019ll strike a better deal if you pay with cash.<\/p>\n

Italian designer items<\/h3>\n

With Gucci headquarters right in Florence and dozens of luxury brands with storefronts in the city, if you have the budget and desire, you can score designer items in Florence. You can also save money in the end by receiving the 22% value added tax refund when you claim your purchases at customs<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Jewelry<\/h3>\n

Fine jewelry-making is a long-standing tradition in Florence, and you can find some beautiful pieces for a souvenir. Just ask the jewelry shop owner about classic designs for a unique, wearable souvenir from Florence.<\/p>\n

There are also a number of fine jewelry shops on Ponte Vecchio. The items sold in these shops aren\u2019t taxed since they\u2019re on the bridge over the water and technically not in the city!<\/p>\n

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Jewelry stores on the Ponte Vecchio. Photo credit: Michael Costa<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Handmade ceramics<\/h3>\n

Artisan ceramic goods are common around Tuscany and make for a beautiful souvenir from Florence. You can find beautifully painted ceramic spoon rests, fruit bowls, plates, decorative wall hangings, coffee cups, and more! Many shops will wrap your purchases in bubble wrap for you, so you can pack them and bring them home safely.<\/p>\n

Wooden trays<\/h3>\n

While the history of these is unclear, you will find entire shops dedicated to selling intricately decorated wooden trays. The pretty, hand painted pieces give off a Florentine vibe, and they\u2019re quite sturdy and easy to pack since they\u2019re flat.<\/p>\n

Additional souvenir ideas<\/h2>\n

Looking for artwork, perfume, stationary, or more? Have extra suitcase space? Then check out our complete guide to shopping in Florence<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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