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Mercato Centrale

Inside the San Lorenzo central market (in Via dell'Ariento), Florence, Italy

Featured Review : When you mention the San Lorenzo Market in Florence, most people think of the rows of open stalls selling leather, porcelain trinkets, hats, and purses that line the streets around the great church of San Lorenzo. But th...See Full Review

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Mercato Centrale Reviews

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A Look Into the Often-Missed Interior Market

  • 4 out of 5 stars by airynfaerie from St. Augustine, Florida
  • October 7, 2009
A Look Into the Often-Missed Interior Market
Quote: When you mention the San Lorenzo Market in Florence, most people think of the rows of open stalls selling leather, porcelain trinkets, hats, and purses that line the streets around the great church of San Lorenzo. But there is another part of this... Read the full Mercato Centrale review

From journal Off to the Market in Florence

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Mercato Centrale

Mercato Centrale
Quote: If there's any place to buy the freshest food in Florence, Mercato Centrale should be at the top of your list. It's one of Florence's oldest markets and is a covered place in the San Lorenzo area. There are many shops selling a wide variety of food... Read the full Mercato Centrale review

From journal 3 Nights in Fabulous Florence

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Mercato Centrale

  • 4 out of 5 stars by KJP from Dallas, Texas
  • October 30, 2001
Mercato Centrale
Quote: Mercato Centrale is a great place to people-watch and check out the offerings from all the vendors. You'll want to browse all the stands and see everything they have here, from meats, fish, cheese and bread to fresh flowers, olive oil and... Read the full Mercato Centrale review

From journal Florence in October

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Mercato Centrale

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Stella from Brooklyn, New York
  • September 17, 2001
Quote: The Mercato Centrale is Florence’s best food market, located in the middle of the San Lorenzo street market. The 18th century building, with its relatively modern green and red exterior, stands out against the surrounding pale yellow and tan... Read the full Mercato Centrale review

From journal Pasta and Pesce in Florence

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Mercato Centrale

  • 4 out of 5 stars by dglawless from lexington, Kentucky
  • June 25, 2001
Mercato Centrale
Quote: This market place is in the center of downtown Florence and is a delightful way to spend an afternoon. It is much like a flea market in that it is made up of many vendors selling a large assortment of goods. You can find a lot of leather goods,... Read the full Mercato Centrale review

From journal My Favorite City in Italy

Mercato Centrale

  • 4 out of 5 stars by kylebarber from Seattle, Washington
  • November 22, 2000
Quote: Located right next to the San Lorenzo Basilica, the town's central market is a wonderful place to practice your bargaining skills and find unique gifts for family and friends back home. Living in Firenze, it was of great help to me as a central... Read the full Mercato Centrale review

From journal Italy: Living in Firenze