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Mercato Centrale
Other4.6 · 1 226≈ 1 h 8 minFree entry781 m from the center
Florence's historic central food hall in the San Lorenzo district is a nineteenth-century iron-and-glass landmark designed by Giuseppe Mengoni, architect of Milan's Galleria, and opened in 1874. The ground floor bustles with traditional Tuscan merchants selling wheels of pecorino, cured prosciutto, fresh truffles, and Florence's classic lampredotto sandwiches. Upstairs, a modern gourmet food court offers artisan pizzas, pastas, and Chianti wine.
Highlights
- Striking late 19th-century cast-iron market hall designed by Giuseppe Mengoni
- Rich selection of Tuscan specialties: pecorino cheese, prosciutto, and truffles
- Authentic stalls serving Florence's traditional street-food icon, lampredotto
Opening hours
| Mon | 07:00 – 15:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 07:00 – 15:00 |
| Wed | 07:00 – 15:00 |
| Thu | 07:00 – 15:00 |
| Fri | 07:00 – 15:00 |
| Sat | 07:00 – 17:00 |
| Sun | Closed |
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