Italy Travel - Florence Shopping in Oltrarno

If the glove fits, buy it in Oltrarno

Things seem to be a little less expensive in Oltrarno, the other side of the Arno.

For example, gloves are 19€ to 35€ in Oltrarno. In Florence center, they are 30€ to 70€. Same is true of luggage, shoes, and clothing.

Shops are smaller, some designer-owned, but the things are just as beautiful.

Italy Travel - Florence Restaurant Mamma Gina

The Other Side of the Arno...Out of this World

Another stop for the locals is Mamma Gina, where the lombarta is a must, among the best that we've had.

The staff is extremely friendly, helpful, and immediately makes you feel welcome.

If we lived in the neighborhood, you'd frequently find us here.

[Proceed across the Ponte Vecchio, take the first right, Borgo San Iacopo, and it's short ways down on the left.]

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