What is Ilil Mercato delle Cascine?
What is Ilil Mercato delle Cascine?
Il Mercato delle Cascine is by far the biggest and cheapest open-air market in Florence, taking place every Tuesday morning from 8am to 2pm in the Parco delle Cascine that runs parallel to the Arno. This market, unlike others, truly has everything from food to clothes (used and new) to household goods and practical necessities, to name a few.
When was the first market in Florence built?
Historical markets. The Mercato Centrale or Central Market and the Market of Sant’Ambrogio, were built in the late-nineteenth century when Florence was the capital of Italy. They were designed by architect Giovanni Mengoni, who also conceived the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan.
What are the best open-air markets in Florence?
Il Mercato delle Cascine is by far the biggest and cheapest open-air market in Florence, taking place every Tuesday morning from 8am to 2pm in the Parco delle Cascine that runs parallel to the Arno. This market, unlike others, truly has everything from food to clothes (used and new)…
How to get to Le Cascine from Olmi?
The only thing you need to be sure of is that you go in the proper direction. If you are going to Le Cascine, go in the direction of VILLA COSTANZA, which will be clearly written on the front of the tram and get off at Cascine (Olmi).
