Caffè Gilli
High-end crystal chandeliers and immaculate bar. If you want to try Florence’s signature cocktail, the Negroni, supposedly invented in the city in 1919, no one makes a Negroni like legendary head barman and drink historian Luca Picchi – he literally wrote the book on it.
Fusion
A hotel bar just steps from the Uffizi Museum, attached to the Gallery Hotel Art. Enjoy your cocktails inside at their chic bar or outside in their relaxed outdoor lounge.
La Ménagère
Making both our lists for coolest cafés and coolest bars, this is simply one of the coolest spots to grab a drink and a bite to eat anywhere in Florence.
Rasputin
Florence’s most famous speakeasy. In order to get in, you must call ahead and ask for directions to get into the bar.
Rivoire
One of Florence’s classiest bars. But, the best part is they have a renowned chocolatier in house as well, so this is the perfect spot to pair some chocolate with your drinks. They also make an outstanding French-style hot chocolate.
Divina Terrazza Grand Hotel Cavour
This is the best terrace to watch the sunset from and drink a cocktail.
Bulli and Balene
This is your spot for grabbing a spritz. They make seven different kinds and serve them in giant crystal goblets. They also have a great menu of tapas style crostini’s that you can order from.
Locale
Set inside the 16th century palazzo of the former Duke of Tuscany, this is an opulent setting to drink creative cocktails. And, when I say creative, I mean CREATIVE. Click on the link above and check out these incredible looking drinks.
Manifattura Tabacchi
Cave like bar with glamorous old world feel that features 1950’s era Italian music on the radio and classic Italian cocktails.