Amazing store! Toys chosen so adults can play with kids and stay in gauged …read more The owner is passionate and very nice and a must visit Loved it and bought some nice stuff from there

This is the most beautiful toy store, with even more beautiful toys! The owner is the kindest man…read morewho is so helpful. He really cares for the quality of toys he decides to sell in his store. Each toy is unique and a toy you will have in your family for a lifetime! Great place for souvenirs or gifts! We will be back when we visit Florence again!

Such a cute little spot to pick up souvenirs! The space is large and even with tons of people…read morewalking around inside, it doesn't feel overwhelming. Theres a million things to choose from, from postcards to magnets and posters to figurines. Everything is reasonably priced and the staff is very kind. I love that they even sell stamps and have a mailbox inside to send a card out right from the store.

Love a good stationary shop and this place was nice to walk around. It's not huge but it is packed…read morewith various things. Ultimately bought a cute pen and think it'll be a nice desk adornment. Worth at least popping in to browse.

I can't tell you how sweet Maria is, you can see she loves what she does and she's passionate about…read morebeing able to give people the best quality and truly taking care of every single person that walks through her door. I love the two things I bought, and she was so sweet to throw in a wine cap. I'm excited to be able to return someday and buy more. Thank you so much Maria, you are so lovely. If you are in Florence, do not buy anywhere else.

What a great place to find LOCAL, HANDPRINTED Ceramic Art -- useable art for the house! Maria was…read morewonderful and helpful and friendly and she and my son struck up quite a conversation. I recommend this studio as a MUST STOP! She will ship; and packs her items very very well!

I was gifted these pens about a year ago. Then the second I came back to Rome there was a store so…read moreI go in. It was magical I loved it all i got pens, highlighters, and bunch of other stuff. We need one in Nevada it would be the best thing.

Fun, funky chic little gift shop with tons of unique and affordable gifts. All sorts of cute and…read moreoriginal items.

One of the goals of my visit to Italy last summer was to bring home a La Pavoni espresso machine,…read moreit is much more affordable over there, however, it is hard to find a store that carries one with 120 volts. There is a store at Piazza Navona in Rome that can order one, but they want 100 Euros more than the same model with 240 volts. I came across Braschi in Florence, on a Friday night, saw a machine on display but they were closed, emailed them, got a response the next morning that they do have 120 volts models, they were scheduled to close at 7:30pm, they do not open on Sundays and I will be driving back to Rome. As I rushed back from Pisa, I called them, they were nice enough to wait for me past their closing time. Here is the best part, after I got back to the US, I sent the paperwork to the agency in Milan for the VAT refund, 9 weeks had passed and nothing happened, I emailed the store to see if they can help, the owner called them up, one week later I got the refund! The owner is one of the nicest person that you can meet in Italy! In hindsight, I should have gotten the refund while still in Italy, there is an option to get that before leaving. However, do visit Braschi while you are in Florence, they have plenty of other neat stuff too.

My family and I stopped by this boutique art and craft shop and absolutely loved all of the small…read moreand packable trinkets and souvenirs we could find that had a truly local Florentine vibe. Most sourvenir shops sell miniature David's and things that all reference Florence by name. This shop sells items that are the soul of Florence. We ended up buying much more than we thought as the items "spoke to us". It's worth a few minutes of your time if your in the area.

Mio sells unique designer gifts, from jewelry to scarves and bags…read more A well-curated selection of very cool things unlike the rest and made in Italy designs. A true find in Florence. Very helpful and enthusiastic!

So the wife's big day-bag is slowly coming apart after a couple of months of travel. That means…read morewe've got to get a new one. I vote for a real leather one; after all, we are in Italy and it is what they are known for. There was a flea market near the Medici Chapel with lots of bags. The origins were suspect and the prices varied greatly from booth to booth. Walking along the sidewalk, we saw a leather store. We walked in. No pressure. The place is family-owned and operated and has been for generations. The goods are all top-shelf in quality and made in their local workshop. We explained what we are looking for and the nice "Nonna" shows the wife six styles. After a few minutes, the wife picks the 'winner'. It ain't cheap, but what the heck, it'll probably last a lifetime. We were there on Veteran's Day. So the wife says she wants to get me something for Veteran's Day, but I decline. The "Nonna" says that in the 1930's here father was gone for 7 years fighting in Albania, and to honor me and him and all the Vet's from all the wars, she insists on giving me a really nice leather key fob gratis. It is so nice that I am not sure I'll ever use it! Time for the bill and she basically cuts it in half on the spot. We tried to correct her, but she insisted. So... if you are looking for a great deal on some quality leather goods, go see the "Nonna" at "Leather Point". Tell her I sent you. :-)

Beautiful quality bags, I loved their two-toned bags. Navid was very friendly and helpful. The…read moreowner Marinella was so sweet and gave us a great price for 3 pieces. I'd definitely come back.

Beautiful stationery shop next to the Duomo. Very expensive, but you'll find the perfect gifts to…read morebring home from your trip. Spent a fortune and bought a wallet, several journals, stationery, and a gorgeous deck of cards. Unique and exquisite gifts. Climb the stairs to the 2nd floor to discover more cards and stationery, but beware. The narrowing staircase was like something out of my nightmares!

One of the things I LOVED about Firenze were the tiny specialty shops that lined up the streets…read morearound the Duomo. As someone who loves crafts (to buy, not make), I was automatically drawn to II Papiro partially because of its welcoming and warm lit environs, but mostly because of its incredible stationary, papers, cards, and related accessories you'd be hard pressed to find anywhere else in the world. As the digital age begins to permanently change how we read and communicate and express ourselves, it's important to remember that at one point in history, paper making was as much of an art as anything that was written or drawn on it. You will find papers of all colors, patterns, and more importantly, textures at II Papiro - each item is the type of product you know much work went into. I bought a few cards here...the designs are extraordinary colored silhouettes of Firenze landmarks and had detailed cuts in its design. I also bought a wax seal (although I remember being tempted by the nice calligraphy pens). Although I've only used it a few times, I still get a kick of STAMPING melted wax with my seal (my fancy looking initials). If you're ever at Firenze, this place is definitely worth stopping by if only for even a little bit...you might find something you will value taking home with you that beats a lot of items you could find at your regular tourist traps.