The Budget Florence Date
Proof that Renaissance romance doesn't need Medici money
Your Evening Timeline
Picnic Shopping
Mercato Centrale (ground floor)
€25-35
Buy fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, focaccia, and a bottle of Chianti from local vendors.
Address: Piazza del Mercato Centrale
The ground floor has the best prices and most authentic vendors
Secret Garden Picnic
Giardino delle Rose
Free
Free, uncrowded garden with roses, city views, and a perfect picnic lawn. Most tourists miss it.
Address: Viale Giuseppe Poggi, 2
Find the Jean-Michel Folon sculptures - they're wonderfully romantic
Sunset at San Miniato
Basilica di San Miniato al Monte
Free
Walk up past Piazzale Michelangelo to this stunning Romanesque church. Fewer crowds, better views.
Address: Via delle Porte Sante, 34
The monks sing Gregorian chant at 17:30 - hauntingly beautiful
Pizza & Wine
Gusta Pizza
€20-25 for two
The best pizza in Florence, tiny space, huge flavor. Cash only, no reservations.
Address: Via Maggio, 46r
Share a Quattro Formaggi and a Napoli, with house wine
Booking Checklist
- •Nothing to book - just show up and fall in love!
Weather Backup
Rain: Skip outdoor picnic, head to cozy All'Antico Vinaio for legendary €6 sandwiches
Estimated Total
€55-75