LIVE MUSIC · FLORENCE
Good live music shows fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Hear Verdi, Puccini, and Rossini in a 15th-century Florence church, with superb voices, piano, frescoes, and an intimate $35 concert.
“Magical evening fantastic experience would highly recommend both great talents. Church beautiful. What a wonderful first night in this beautiful city.”
Hear famous Italian opera arias in Florence’s intimate Santa Monaca Church, with professional singers, piano, and a 9:15pm concert.
“Intimate beautiful church with amazingly talented Opera singers who filled the room with their outstanding voices!”
Hear Vivaldi, Bach, Mozart, and Pachelbel in historic Florence venues with flexible seating, excellent acoustics, and easy evening access.
“Yes we enjoyed it. The quality of the music was exceptional. It did annoy me that some were videoing throughout but it was just the right length of time and overall a positive experience.”
Enjoy a Tuscan dinner in Piazza della Signoria, then hear three tenors sing opera and Neapolitan classics in historic Florence.
“It was excellent. Just hoped they sang Nessum Dorma.”
Hear famous Italian opera arias in a small Florence church, with professional singers, piano, beautiful frescoes, and flexible cancellation.
“An amazing experience, a good introduction to professional opera singer. Both the soprano and the pianist were excellent. Highly recommended if you have never been to an opera. Acoustics in the church were brilliant. Thoroughly recommend 😊”
Florence dinner and Three Tenors concert review with Tuscan food, church acoustics, seating tips, value advice, and practical directions.
“It was hard to find the location because I didn’t know to click more on the directions and so ended up at a few wrong places, but eventually found it. Dinner was good and the show was excellent.”
Pair a Florentine pizza dinner with live opera arias in Santa Monaca Church, a memorable 2.5-hour evening priced at $98 per person.
“Great experience to be able to have a three course meal with wine, and the. A show great to be out in areas you would t usually go. The opera singers and pianist, out of this world.”
Hear three tenors perform opera favorites and Neapolitan songs in central Florence, with live mandolin, cello, and piano accompaniment.
“Great concert in a beautiful venue. Only problem was that after standing in line with my electronic tickets, I had to go back out to the ticket office and trade them for paper tickets. Very frustrating”
Hear Verdi, Puccini, Mozart, and more in an intimate Florence concert near Santa Croce, with acclaimed singers and pianists for $35.
“This was a wonderful, intimate opera experience. it felt very Florentine due to the historical instruments and chronological narrative of song choices. The music was beautiful. highly recommend.”
Enjoy Tuscan dinner and live opera in Florence’s Santa Monaca Church, with Puccini, Verdi, piano, wine, and useful planning tips.
“Great experience! Beautiful opera sung by experienced performers. Santa Maria church was a perfect venue with perfect acoustics.”
Hear Puccini, Verdi, Mozart, and Rossini in Florence at a historic concert hall, with superb acoustics, skilled singers, and flexible seating.
“It was amazing: the acoustics in the beautiful church next to the famous bridge Veccio. The singer from Armenia had amazing voice and him together with nice Italian singer-soprano accompanied by charming piano player they created very special atmosphere. I took VIP ticket being afraid that it will one of those overcrowded events but it was a nice surprise how few chairs were there and therefore any ticket would be good although I still recommend either VIP or middle seats. True soul of amazing Florence, highly recommended!”
Florence pizza dinner and Italian opera in Santa Monaca Church, with drinks, tiramisu, and classic arias for $99.73.
“The restaurant was very nice. The music was lovely. Unfortunately we knew nothing about the singers or the paino player. They never even introduced themselves; never knew their names; didn't know their careers, passions....nothing. They didn't speak one word! It would have been great for someone to give some insight into the music chosen. No stage presence....huh?”
Review of Florence’s Duomo guided tour, including the dome, Baptistery, museum, crypt, price, practical tips, and who should book.
“Giana, our guide, did a wonderful job both showing us the most interesting sights in/around the Duomo, but also mixed in stories to help bring medieval Florence to life. Her command of the English language was adequate, and she worked hard to ensure we understood her stories. The buildings were amazing and the views from the top of the dome are breathtaking.”
Cook Tuscan recipes in a 17th-century villa, pick garden herbs, taste local wine, and enjoy live Italian opera near Florence.
“It was everything they offer and more. Irene the chef is so nice and friendly. We had a great family time. It was worth the ride. You can also stay for the nigth.”
Hear famous Italian opera arias with piano in a historic Florence church. This one-hour evening concert offers strong value and easy planning.
“Amazing experience! Stunning performance by the opera singer and pianist. An absolute must if you’re visiting Florence. Highly recommended! ❤️”
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