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My favorite gelato in Florence. The pistachio flavor was very strong, natural, and nutty. They also do affogatos which was cool! read more

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Yum! Thats the review.This was the sweet ending on a wonderful food tour. I got the usual pistachio I love. read more

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Raven R.

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This place has a cute vibe and the staff is friendly. They have a lot of interesting flavors so choosing is tough. We finally decided on caramello de salle, sofia, nocciola, and creme de fiorentina. Caramello de Salle- The caramel flavor is deep and rich without being overly sweet. You get the sea salt in the end. Sofia- This has a custard base with chocolate chips and candied orange. The base is creamy and the chocolate provides a contrast while the orange gives you a burst of citrus. Nocciola- This is starting to be one of my favorite gelato flavors. The hazelnut flavor is rich and has just the right amount of sweetness. Creme de Fiorentina- Simple but delicious. The base is smooth and custardy and goes well with whatever second flavor you pair it with. Great experience overall! read more

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Khadij A.

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Loved stopping by this gelato place for a quick dessert. We sample a couple flavors before settling on hazelnut which was their best. Prices are same in cup or cone. You can't go wrong with any gelato in Florence really and this was one of the better ones! read more

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The BEST. Hands down. Lids not mounds. The coffee was the best. Got a souvenir affogato mug. I'm going to miss it back in the states. read more

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Claire W.

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Delicious gelato! I got lucky and enjoyed my first and only taste allowed but I wish I could try more of the flavors before deciding. That was the only reason I gave one less star. read more

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Night time stop at yet another gelato place. This time I had their affogato (gelato with coffee) with cream on top. The gelato, of course, makes this Italian affogato better than what you would find in the US and yes definitely a must try is you are a coffee and a gelato lover. read more

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Christina R.

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I'm reading so many, "this place is so good, we went twice!" and it's reminding me of my best friend. We were in Italy as couples, but we separated a few times and one of the days her and her husband went to La Sorbettiera. She is also a pastry chef so when she came back she could not stop talking about how she NEEDED the peach and the lemon & sage sorbets in her life. How she could eat that everyday and absolutely NEEDED to go back and get more. She NEEDED to take us to this place, even though I had plans to try a different gelato place. So I gave in and walked the extra 10 min (20 round trip) to try this life changing sorbet. It was not worth it and I am not impressed. The shop is cute, don't get me wrong. The employees were also so nice and I appreciated their help. I had a Karen situation, someone decided they were more important and literally cut us off while we were speaking to the employee. Said employee looked right at her and said, "these people were first, so you can wait." Magic! The 3rd star was for that. The gelato here, for me was meh. It was icy and the flavors did not pop. It probably didn't help that I had the literal best gelato in my life the day before, so maybe I was just comparing but even then, if this place is that great, wouldn't the comparison be similar? I won't say this was bad gelato, but this was my experience. Maybe yours will be life changing! read more

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Best gelato in Florence. I studied abroad there and tried dozens of gelaterias and nothing could compare. Highly, highly recommend

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My favorite gelato in, dare I say, all of Italy! I usually go for pistachio or stracciatella, but the dark chocolate here is divine. The dark chocolate is so rich in flavor and so creamy. The best part is it's not too sweet. I've thought about this gelato often since leaving Italy and will definitely come back for another taste. read more

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Meredith C.

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gelato is incredible - the sophia, a vanilla ice cream with wafer thin dark chocolate chips and candied orange peel tastes like a decedant trame at reserved for royals - the ingredients are so pristine and flavorful. the staff is super friendly, speak rnglish and are happy to make recommendations. also, tried the apricot and it was like eating a smooth and cool sweet apricot. however, sophia and i are exclusive, so i didn't commit. go here! read more

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This was one of my favorite places to get lemon gelato in Italy. two of us got the lemon gelato and really enjoyed it. Very flavorful, creamy and the slightest bit of tongue with an overall sweetness. read more

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We have gone here twice in one day. I ordered a scoop of coffee and one of pistachio. My husband ordered kiwi and lemon. The 2nd time I went with mango while my husband did mango and kiwi. We love the quality. This place was recommended by our hotel (The Frame Hotel) and is a close walk. We've been traveling all over Europe and this place is the only one we've seen that has lids covering each batch of gelato. The store is very clean and the staff has been helpful and friendly. They speak English and even helped us with directions. During the day, there was a line out the door pouring out onto the street. We waited about 10 minutes... but it was worth it. When we went after dinner, around 9:30, there was no line at all! Score! We plan on going every day we are in Florence. read more

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Parisa A.

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They allowed us to try a couple of flavors before selecting our favorites which isn't as common in Italy (or I don't believe it is). Every flavor was so rich and delicious in their own way. It was by far the best gelato I had in Italy. I would 100% come back again read more

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Jill S.

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Best affogato we've had in Italy so far! Absolutely delicious. Salted Caramel and Coffee gelato was yummy as well

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Mahesh P.

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Quite possibly the best gelato in Firenze. Yes, I know. I've already said that about Sbrino - but this is pretty much just as good, if not better (it's basically about which one you have had most recently ) The flavors are intense, yet spot-on, the consisetency is just right, and the temperature, well, is what it should be - from the moment you get your gelato, you're fighting a losing battle between consumption and melt! Note - the place closes early ! read more

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One of the best the city has to offer!!! They make it homemade and it is 100% authentic!!! Love all their flavors so much and esp that it changes every day so it never gets old!! Amazing prices for such high quality gelato!! read more

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Angel C.

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Best gelato in Florence and might I say in Tuscany. My only regret was not getting it another time before leaving. The cheesecake and pistachio gelato are delicious. This is real gelato. read more

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Melissa P.

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So good we came here twice. Our favorite pistachio gelato in all of Florence and the affogato was amazing too! We were able to grab a seat on the benches outside which we appreciated after a day of walking read more

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Camy K.

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Their bacio and banana are the best variants I've ever had anywhere. Amazing gelato period. Definitely worth visiting I visited them 4 times in two days and I went to 3 different locations. Dang they're amazing. I'm not sure why but this I feel is the best location. Somehow the quality seems slightly different at the other ones. read more

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Scott R.

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This is a walk-up store and always has a line. The dark chocolate had amazing taste and texture.

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Lina S.

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Authentic gelato! The chocolate was almost a pudding-like texture - unreal. Will be back to try other flavors. read more

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Liya P.

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Delicious authentic gelato that had us coming back for more. I think we may have tried more than half of the flavors. My favorite being the lemon sage. read more

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Sherry H.

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Our favorite gelato in Florence. So good we went two nights in a row. My niece had the lavender which was her favorite. Unfortunately that flavor was sold out on the second night. Plenty of flavors to choose from. I had salted caramel and chocolate - so yummy! read more

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Abigail R.

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I walked 20 minutes just to go to this place. It was absolutely worth it! They do speak English very well and they're very welcoming and friendly. The gelato was to die for. It was so full, rich, and creamy. It has a nice gelato street in the Florentine suburbs feel to it. Absolutely go here for gelato!!!! read more

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Noelle K.

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A definite must visit if you're in Florence. Some of the best gelato I've ever had! I chose the 75% dark chocolate paired with the pistachio and I couldn't tell which flavor I loved more or if the combination of the two was simply just delicious in itself. The service was very quick and there was a cute little seating area right outside the shop. If it gets busy around the area (which it usually does) I highly suggest walking a little down the road to enjoy your gelato and watch the sunset over the Arno. I will for sure be back! read more

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Kesha W.

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First time to Italy and we found out about this place on social media. It was delicious! We came back twice during our trip.

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Christina L.

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This was one of 3 favorite gelato places that I found over 10 days in Italy (and I ate gelato every day, at least once, sometimes twice, in search of the best) I may have gained 5 lbs in one week just eating gelato, but it was all in the name of research. This place is located in Oltrarno, where not as many tourists frequent and where you'll find more locals, authentic food and reasonable prices. The place is really small and doesn't have an actual store, but there's bench seating and umbrellas right outside on the sidewalk. I had the best chocolate gelato of my life here - it tasted like real chocolate, almost like a creamy, frozen, chocolate mousse. It was unreal, I wish I could have eaten a whole tub of this. It paired really well with the hazelnut gelato that I got, which was also really fresh and not artificial-tasting. I would recommend these 2 flavors. I know a lot of other people like the lemon & sage sorbet -- I tried this, and thought it was really unique, but I'm a chocolate lover and have no regrets getting the chocolate gelato here. This is reasonably priced, and I think it was 2€ for a small size, and 2,50€ for the next size up (2 flavors/scoops). I would have ordered a larger one, but self-control got the best of me. I would absolutely come back here over and over in Florence, and recommend to anyone who loves gelato. I still dream of this chocolate gelato. read more

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Emily T.

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When I studied in Florence this became my absolute favorite gelateria. I have a favorite gelato place in NYC (it's really good) but I knew in Florence there had to be something better. It was quite some time before I found this, but I was incredibly pleased when I stumbled across this while lost in the Oltrarno. After that first time I came back many many times, and I recommend it to everyone I know who visits Florence! Their gelato is simply the best. The texture is spot on, but the highlight of this place is their flavors. Do not miss the gorgonzola e noci!! My other favorite is the buontalenti. But you've got to come more than once (or with a few friends) so you can try the unique seasonal flavors. To top it all off, you can get ice cream sandwiches here, which just makes it all the more fun. Without a doubt this gelateria deserves 5/5 stars. read more

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Andrew F.

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Very good gelato not the best I've had in Italy but it's pretty good. I love vanilla and nocciola/hazelnut. Come wasn't great but overall this was some stellar gelato. Great texture read more

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Marissa P.

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Genuinely the best gelato I've ever had. So good we had this 4 times in 3 days! The flavors are bold but not fake, the gelato itself is creamy, and the variety is endless. We visited their other location (Via Mazzetta 9A 50125 Florence), which is in a nice neighborhood near Santo Spirito. The staff is unbelievably kind, too, which was a plus. I can't wait to return to Florence to have this gelato! read more

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Kathleen D.

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I had no plans to splurge on yet another gelato. By this point in our trip, I had lost count of how many times I purchased the little cups of heaven. But alas, I apparently have no self-control, so when my group was ordering gelato from La Sorbettiera, I had to ask for a sample too! Big mistake. For my waistline. Their vanilla (latte) flavor is way too good to pass up. It may sound like a boring choice, but nope. Definitely nope. This was, hands down, one of the best gelato flavors I had on my trip. It felt like I was spooning up quality in ice cream form. I could've consumed their entire display. Go try them. read more

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Jeffrey S.

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Incredible gelato. I have been in Florence for over a month and I think this is the best gelato I have tasted. I had the Fig: green fig with the fruit and seeds scattered through out the gelato. It was like eating a cold, ripe green fig. The owner said made from fresh fig, water and sugar. I also had the Salted Caramel. Incredible with a sauce like tres leches intermingled. My mind was blown. I will be back again and again. read more

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A delicious find a bit off the beaten track. Genuine artiginale with creative incredible flavors, a loyal following and a young, friendly, fluent staff. Our new favorite in a very crowded market. read more

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Melissa M.

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Best pistachio gelato in Florence. I also tried to avocado, which was very unique. My husband had the banana and the pear, which both tasted exactly like the real fruit. Highly recommend. read more

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Grace B.

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As soon as my taste buds came into contact with the gelato I experienced a rebirth, a renaissance if you will. The wonderful and extremely talented lady working the shop chose my flavors like she was the hand of God: a salted caramel, a rich dark chocolate, and buentalenti; a holy trinity of gelato. Hands down the best gelato in Florence. read more

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We tried five different gelaterias in Florence and disagree about which was the best, but this was either #1 or #2. The gelato was - in any case - incredibly tasty, and I'll add that the service was also really great. read more

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Amy S.

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Over the bridge, past all of the touristy areas, right next to this little park, you'll find one of the best gelatos I have ever had in my ENTIRE LIFE. No joke. So, I found this place on trip advisor and the reviews were so high, I just HAD TO drag my friends along with me. It's a walk away from the Boboli Gardens, but I think it's completely worth it. Unlike other gelato places, they don't have their gelatos on display. Instead, they're kept in these metal containers that are covered with a metal lid. That's when you know it's legit. Flavors: Cookies: BEST FLAVOR EVER. No lie. There are huge chunks of chocolate fudge-like cookies with vanilla gelato and it's just delicious. The cookies are crunchy yet fudge-y..there's seriously no way to describe the magic that is the cookies gelato. Dark Chocolate: ANOTHER AMAZING FLAVOR. Ok, this thing is apparently like 70% cacao and if you're like me, and you prefer your chocolate dark. This is the gelato for you. It's sooooooo rich in flavor. So chocolatey (and not that sweet fake chocolate stuff). This stuff is real chocolate and it's delicious! Salted Caramel: highly recommended on trip advisor and with good reason. This thing is delicious. The salt brings out the caramel flavor and it's so rich and flavorful and amazing. If you're in florence and you have the time, or even if you don't, I say come here. It's a really local, non-touristy spot and you will NOT be disappointed. read more

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Gaia M.

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I happened here at the suggestion of Yelp... and thank goodness! One of the best ice-cream in Florence: genuine, tasty, refreshing, creamy-crap for nothing. You can find it in Piazza Tasso, San Frediano, almost disappearing into the wall. A guy (quite cute!) will serve you a dozen carefully selected flavors. You will not regret! Special Mention for the 'zabaione'! read more

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This is the real deal. The shop looks plain, really just a hole in the wall, but once you try their gelato, you will realise it's nothing but! They use fresh fruits to make their gelato on site and the creamy options are also very good. Because they use only the freshest of ingredients, these recommendations won't always be available but if it's there, try the limone salvia, pesca, ricotta miele, buontalenti and the catrame. The catrame is the best dark chocolate gelato in town. No questions about it. read more

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Piazza Torquato Tasso 11R
50124 Florence
Italy
Palazzo Pitti
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055 5120336
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https://www.lasorbettiera.it

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Hours

What time does La Sorbettiera open?

La Sorbettiera opens at 12:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.La Sorbettiera opens at 11:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does La Sorbettiera close?

La Sorbettiera closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sat 12:30 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Sun 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

Food & Alcohol

Does La Sorbettiera have catering options?

Yes, La Sorbettiera does have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does La Sorbettiera allow dogs?

Yes, La Sorbettiera allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does La Sorbettiera have parking?

Yes, La Sorbettiera has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is La Sorbettiera wheelchair accessible?

Yes, La Sorbettiera is wheelchair accessible.

Does La Sorbettiera have free WiFi?

No, La Sorbettiera does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

La Sorbettiera by Antonio Ciabattoni is an artisan ice cream shop in the heart of the Oltrarno, in Florence. Passion, research, high-quality ingredients and century-old family techniques and traditions come together to create a rich and dazzling gelato, made fresh every day based on the products that are available at local farmer and food markets. From Antonio's original recipes, such as "Catrame" (made with 70% chocolate), salted caramel and lemon and sage, to fruit and vegetable flavours, or even the great classics, such as cream, hazelnut, yogurt and pistachio.

History

Established in 2008.

Antonio Ciabattoni and his wife Elisa opened La Sorbettiera in 2008 to maintain their family's centuries-old tradition of gelato-making. Antonio has been making gelato since he was a teenager and now he keeps his passion going by offering his clients timeless and delicious flavours.

Meet the Business Owner: Antonio C.

Antonio Ciabattoni is the owner and manager of La Sorbettiera. He creates fresh gelato flavours every day using only seasonal and local ingredients, and employs centuries-old traditions and techniques passed down by his family, who has been in the artisan gelato-making industry since 1934.

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“After that first time I came back many many times, and I recommend it to everyone I know who visits Florence!”

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La Carraia

4.6(342 reviews)

0.5 km•Palazzo Pitti

Great gelato! I tried a lot of gelato spots in my time in Italy, and this one was near the top…read more Very good flavors, great texture - I go the dark chocolate and pistachio (my go-to's) and both were fantastic. I also sampled the chestnut and mint chip, both of which were also great. Highly recommend!

In an effort to try as many gelato spots as possible while in Florence, this was our second stop of…read morethe day. We came in right after they opened at 11am and ate on the little patio outside. The service was friendly and efficient and we really loved the hazelnut and stracciatella gelato flavors.

Pistachio and Kefir e Passionfruit

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Gelateria della Passera

4.6(122 reviews)

0.7 km•Palazzo Pitti

They won't 5 world championships..... tucked in a little piazza off the beaten path.... was…read moregood....wasnt GREAT!

Great place for gelato. The taste was amazing and the amount was generous. It was a bit hidden but…read moreonce you find it you can enjoy its amazing food. Definitely recommend it : )

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Sbrino

5.0(52 reviews)

0.4 km•Palazzo Pitti

One of my favorite gelato spots in Florence. The chocolate hazelnut is to die for! The flavors are…read moreunique and the place itself is so charming.

The best gelato in town. I had the strawberry and the apple and vanilla. Both were very delicious…read more The service was excellent.

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Gelateria Santa Trinita

4.6(169 reviews)

0.7 km•Palazzo Pitti

Housed in a former palace along the Amo Gelateria Santa Trinita opened in 2008, a focus on pure…read moreflavors made properly plus some social media savvy quickly moving them towards the top of Florence's competitive Gelato scene. Adjacent Santa Trinita Bridge, with an Emporio next door focused on Artisan goods, it is withing the Gelateria that guests will fin everything from Cakes to forty flavors such as Straccialetta and Pistachio featuring nuts from Bronte to pure Crema, Black Sesame and airy "Buontalenti Al Mascarpone" that likens frozen Creme Chantilly.

Literally have no notes. This is the best gelato I've had in Florence. We went back every day of…read moreour stay back in January. Yes, January. Worth the frozen hands. I got chocolate/pistachio and pistachio/black sesame combos. The pistachio and black sesame are absolutely superior and one of the greatest things I've ever had in my life. This place can get busy but the workers are super quick. Love that this is by the river. The perfect place to sit and people watch while you enjoy your gelato!

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Gelateria Pitti

4.7(6 reviews)

0.6 km•Palazzo Pitti

One of the better gelatos I've had in Florence! Looks and tastes handmade and priced affordably at…read more€2.50 for a small, but two flavors. It's close to Palazzo Pitti and you'll miss if you blink coz it's so unassuming! The lemon sorbet is so good! It's on the tart side. My friend loved the coconut so much we came back twice after she tried it the first time. They also serve espresso. Don't expect a huge welcome because the owner/man behind the counter isn't the warm and fuzzy sort. I witnessed a woman come in and gush to him about how fabulous his gelato is (in Italian, and I'm only guessing from the words I overheard) and his smile didn't change by much, although I could tell he was pleased and grateful.

This was one of my favorite gelato places (and I tried a lot of gelatos). It's a tiny walk up shop…read moreacross the courtyard. Caramel gelato was so good. It had pieces of caramel pieces. Yum! My husband's coffee bean was really good too. Both gelatos had such great flavors!

Primo gelato della stagione, con cialda omaggio per la bimba (piccola gentilezza molto apprezzata!)

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La Strega Nocciola

4.7(71 reviews)

0.9 km•Palazzo Pitti

La Strega Nocciola was one of several gelaterias that I tried while in Firenze. I made it my…read moreintention to try as much gelato as I could in the city so when we had some down time post-lunch we thought that a little sweet would hit the spot. To be transparent, one of the things that drew me to La Strega was the name, I wanted to see what was so witchy about this gelato - and of course the positive reviews helped. The gelateria itself was lovely - soft music playing with intricate decor and a good amount of space. There were a few chairs and stools in case you wanted to sit and enjoy, though they were a little awkwardly placed. There were several flavors of gelato as expected - instead of being on display they were in tubs covered in lids. I heard that's the "proper" way to store gelato as it remains fresher, though the jury is still out for me on that one. Anyway, I got the smallest cup size where I was able to choose two flavors - so I went with the cream and the chestnut. The gelato was really good - creamy with great flavor. Service was great, and overall this was a solid gelateria - La Strega is definitely worth stopping into when in Firenze.

This shops is conveniently located not far from the duomo. The witch theme is so cute and they have…read moresome inhouse flavors available which I chose my. The service is kind and patient with those who struggle to order in Italian.

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Gelateria dei Neri

4.6(442 reviews)

1.4 km•Duomo

Hands down the best pistachio gelato I had in Italy. Nowhere else came close! Really creamy gelato…read moreand the perfect balance of flavours. The line wasn't bad when we went but I've heard it can get busy.

This gelateria is located on a quaint street in Florence. Not super busy, except when other people…read moresee folks in the store they start flooding in. They had delicious unique flavors like the Dubai chocolate and the creamy pistachio ricotta, family liked it so much they wanted it twice in our three days in Florence (we wanted to try a bunch of different gelato spots). We enjoyed the Nutella, Stracciatella, and cookies n cream flavors. Staff were very friendly. Small size was adequate as they overfill it well, although of course larger size in gelato speak is always better.

Cherry Mania and Ricotta

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Gelateria Dalmazia

Yogurt zorba (miele e noci) e fior d'arancio

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Cono gigante...solo 2.20€!

Vivoli

4.5(394 reviews)

1.5 km•Duomo

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I got very lucky and there was a very short line when I visited (around 5pm on a thursday). They…read moreclose around 6 so that is maybe why there was no one. If the espresso bar side is closed, you can go to the gelato side and they have the pistachio and orignal there as well. The full menu is only available at the espresso bar. I ordered the hazelnut and it was delicious. I still dream of this affogato. Smooth, rich, perfect mix of sweetness and bitterness. I do think this is worth a stop if you are in Florence.

I heard about Vivoli from a couple of tourists whom I was standing in line with at one of…read moreFlorence's historical sites. I later saw a video about the same spot on Instagram. The seed was planted, so I made it a point to check out Vivoli when I was in the Saint Croce neighborhood. There appeared to be 3 queues at Vivoli: one for the cafe/bistro, one for the gelateria, and one specifically for affogato. I think it was possible to get the affogato from the first queue, but I stood in the affogato only line just to make sure. The queue moved pretty quickly. I probably waited around 15-20 minutes to place my order, which I did on a self-serve automated kiosk. I gave my ticket/receipt to a barista after paying, and then she started working on my drink right away. The process of making the affogato was very fast, and it was fun to watch. I noticed that unlike a regular affogato back in the USA, which is typically one big gelato scoop, Vivoli fills half a cappucino sized cup with gelato and then adds scoops around the edges to form a square shape. I got pistachio, so the gelato gets dipped into chopped pistachio bits. (The pistachio bits did add a nice texture.) Lastly, fresh espresso was poured in. Vivoli had a counter that could fit about 3-4 standing persons. Other than that, there's no where to sit inside the affogato storefront. Mostly everyone else tried to find a spot outside to enjoy their affogato. Although I did enjoy my affogato, I didn't find it particularly different than one I've tried back at home. It was just the prettiest.

Affogato with pistachio

Worth the wait! Line moves quickly and a good system.

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Pistachio affogato- the best!!

Gelateria Perchè No!

4.6(204 reviews)

1.2 km•Duomo

Food: Gelato was really good! It was the first gelato we had in Florence, and I knew it wouldn't be…read moremy last. Service: They are really fast! Ambiance: Small gelateria on a busy street.

Gelato was good but nothing too crazy. They have a variety of flavors. We just got it because it…read morewas closeby to where we were at. It was very fast service.