Stadio Artemio Franchi Sports Fan Tips

Stadio Artemio Franchi is a venue in or near Florence that is most often used for Soccer

Best Insider tip at Stadio Artemio Franchi?

If you are still a bit unsure how to get to the stadium – the clubs website offer a great tool where you simply put in your location and they will tell you the best way to get to the stadium. If you need to buy a ticket and want to get the genuine experience – there is a very old Kiosk in the city centre, Il Chiosco Degli Sportivi, and a great beer terrace next door! Plus – why not indulge in a bit of shopping at the club's official shop – get on your gear and blend into the crowd!

Stadio Artemio Franchi parking?

With the city centre of Florence being one of the most beautiful in the world – the stadium designers wisely chose to build the ground around 3km outside of the historical centre. Luckily there are a lot of ways to get to the ground – mainly by cheap public transport. From the main station of Santa Maria Novella, you can catch a train to the close station of Campo Di Marte – just 400 metres away from the stadium itself. The ticket will only cost you 1.50 Euro as well. Much cheaper than the 15-20 Euro taxi ride! Bus numbers 7,17 and 20 also leave from the Santa Maria station and will take around 20 minutes to reach the ground – there are an increased number of services on game days!

Stadio Artemio Franchi seating?

Like many Italian stadiums, the Stadio Artemio Franchi was built a long time ago (1931) and so compared to the ultra-modern stadiums across Europe – the actual seat comfort and quality isn't up to par – however with plans for a new stadium hopeful of going ahead, the stadium offers up a bit of history that you should grab while you still can. The prices in the 'Curves' (behind the goals) tend to average around 20 Euro for a seat, whereas the seats in the Tribune stands that run the pitch can start at 30 Euro and reach crazy heights when the big teams come to town.

Best Bars near Stadio Artemio Franchi?

There are a lot of bars in football mad Florence – and one of the most passionate fan bases can be found at Bar Chiara – where you can find some of the best coffee in the city as well as some friendly faces to share a drink with. Oddly enough, there is a rather popular German bar nearby that is proving to be increasingly popular on a match day – with Currywurst and German lager on the menu, who can blame the locals? Rugbier even has a great beer garden, perfect for sunny days. Bar Marisa is near the stadium and despite undergoing some changes recently that do take away from the atmosphere of the place – it is a Fiorentina bar down to the bones!

What to expect from the Stadio Artemio Franchi crowd?

Fiorentina are a middling side in Italian football – rarely will they push for the title, and in all honesty, they are too good to worry about relegation – however that doesn't mean that they can't make pushes for Europe and that their fans are not passionate. For home games, the atmosphere is a fiery one and with the home fans occupying both the North and South stands behind the goals – the vocal chanting does come from all around!

Best Food and Drink at 'venue'?

Unfortunately, the area around the ground (residential), and indeed inside it is disappointingly lacking when it comes to refreshments. Especially if you are used to the ample supplies offered at grounds around the continent. There are a few piecemeal offerings but it really is best to save your money or sneak some snacks in with you.

Best restaurants near Stadio Artemio Franchi?

Unlike the cities rustic and ancient centre – Florence's dining scene is constantly updating and reinventing itself – so there are tonnes of great places to get whatever you feel like! If you have ever thought that you have had a great Panini – think again. Ino, offers a masterclass in gourmet Panini's, with the best ingredients served on designer focaccia bread. Add cold plates and salads to the menu and pair it with a great wine list and you have found yourself a great lunch spot! If you are looking to spoil yourself something rotten and really want to splash out a bit – head to La Bottega del Buon Caffè. There are views on the outside, with it being close to the Gate of St Nicholas, and on the inside with the Michelin starred food being created in an open view kitchen! The lunch menu is great value as well!

Safety at Stadio Artemio Franchi?

Florence is one of the most famous and beautiful towns in the whole of Italy, maybe even in the whole of Europe. As such, you can spend a lot of days just wandering its streets, drinking in the history and marvelling at the sights. Florence's Cathedral with its famous red, dusky Duomo offer unparalleled views of the city, and the Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery and many Basilica's should be on your list – as should going to see Michelangelo's David! If not – there are the many Chianti vineyards just a short drive away – filled with barrels of very drinkable red wine.