The fun of choosing souvenirs that capture the unique sensibility of this city! If you come to Florence, I will introduce you to some truly Florentine souvenirs that you cannot miss and can only buy here. Beyond luxury brands, there are also leather goods brimming with local sensibilities, traditional pharmacy cosmetics, museum-exclusive goods, and even Pinocchio! Don't miss out on these items. For leather goods, aim for the back of stores rather than street stalls. Florence, a region rich in cattle, has long had a thriving leather industry. The Lorenzo Market, in particular, is one of Florence's most iconic attractions. However, the quality of leather can vary widely at street stalls, and the aggressive solicitations of foreign vendors can be tiring. In fact, many vendors even approach you and speak to you in Korean. So, my recommendation is to target the local leather shops tucked away in the alleys behind street vendors! Their exteriors may be plain, but their quality is far more reliable, and you can find highly satisfying leather products at reasonable prices. We especially recommend leather card wallets, coin purses, and small pouches, which are practical and make great gifts. You can touch and choose from a variety of Italian leather products in a variety of colors and soft textures. Another recommended place is Madova. Located near the Ponte Vecchio, this leather glove specialty shop is known for its classic designs and luxurious cashmere-lined gloves. Available in a variety of colors and sizes, and of exceptional quality, they're especially popular as gifts for parents. 📍 Madova Gloves: Via de' Guicciardini, 1R, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy, cosmetics steeped in the monastery's tradition Another iconic Florence souvenir attraction is the Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella, a historic pharmacy that began in a monastery some 800 years ago. Now a globally renowned beauty brand, its flagship store remains located in the heart of Florence. The antique interior alone makes it worth a visit. The store offers a diverse range of products, including perfume, body products, and skincare. They also have separate pet and infant products lines, making them ideal gifts. Their scented candles, potpourri, and Acqua di Colonia Eau de Cologne are consistently popular, so keep that in mind. In addition, you can enjoy tax refund benefits, so it is advantageous to be able to purchase it at a lower price than in Korea. 📍 Santa Maria Novella: Via della Scala, 16, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Art museum souvenir shop, Uffizi Gallery, Accademia Gallery Art galleries scattered throughout Florence each have their own unique souvenir shops. Here, you'll find items of far higher quality than typical tourist souvenirs. In particular, the Uffizi Gallery sells a variety of art products, including postcards, magnets, and bookmarks related to The Birth of Venus, Primavera, and the Statue of David, while the Accademia Gallery also has unique products themed around Michelangelo's works. You can also find leather bookmarks, luxurious notebooks, pop-up books, coloring books, and more at small art galleries and museum gift shops in downtown Florence. If you love art and books, these can be more meaningful gifts than ordinary souvenirs.