5 reviewed party hostels · from €13.86/night · Hostelworld rated
Florence doesn’t slow down when the sun sets. Head to **Via de’ Benci**, where the street hums with groups spilling out of bars and into late-night kebab shops. The hostel scene here is compact but lively, with places like **Plus Florence** packing an underground club into its basement: no need to queue, just walk downstairs after your free welcome drink. Most hostels cluster near Santa Maria Novella station, putting you within 10 minutes of the action. Expect rooftop terraces with Duomo views, free pasta nights, and wine tastings that start at €3 a glass. The crowd is a mix of backpackers and groups of friends, all hopping between bars on **Piazza Santo Spirito** or queuing for €1 slices at **Gustapizza** at 2 AM.
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A party hostel with a touch of luxury. Offering both indoor and outdoor pools, an on-site spa with a sauna and a Turkish bath! You can also enjoy a great panoramic terrace and a restaurant bar with great pizza and happy hour, and even regular DJ's. A great place to truly enjoy your visit to Florence.
Just a short walk from Santa Maria Novella Station, YellowSquare Florence is where art and party vibes meet. Revel in cooking classes, taste Tuscany's flavours, and let loose in the underground club. With a rooftop pool for summer chill-outs and yoga sessions to recharge, it's the ultimate blend of Florentine culture and nightlife fun.
Delve into the captivating artwork of Michelangelo and Da Vinci! Shop until you drop, along Italy's most famous bridge - the Ponte Vecchio. With the incredible Arno river flowing through the centre and surrounded by a spectacular country side, filled with hills and vineyards!
Emerald Fields is the ideal place for travellers visiting Italy. Considered toperfect for a busy stay in Florence, it has a friendly staff and decorated accommodation.
Amazing social hostel located in a former monastery from the 13thcentury. Highly recommended for groups and backpackers. The hostel features a cool common area with drinks and amazing terrace where regular live music performances are organized. There is also a massive garden, picnic area and awesome courtyard where you can chill with other guests.
Organised nights out with a local guide
This crawl blends history with drinking, visiting four bars and ending at a club. The €20 ticket includes an open bar, a shot at each stop, pizza, and entry to the final venue. Meet at **Piazza della Repubblica** at 9 PM. The tour lasts around four hours and covers Florence’s darker tales: expect stories of poisonings and political intrigue between drinks.
A rooftop bar, open bar, pizza, a shot, and club entry are all included in the €25 ticket. The crawl starts at 9:30 PM near **Ponte Vecchio** and visits three venues before ending at a club around midnight. The focus is on Florence’s scandalous past, with guides sharing tales of the Medici family and Renaissance artists. Groups are limited to 20 people.
How Florence's nightlife zones break down
The heart of Florence’s nightlife, Santa Croce is packed with bars, clubs, and late-night eateries. **Piazza Santo Spirito** is the epicentre, where street performers and groups of friends gather until the early hours. The area sits east of the river, a 10-minute walk from the Duomo. Hostels here are social but can be noisy: pack earplugs.
A quieter alternative to Santa Croce, San Frediano has a local feel with artisan workshops and small wine bars. **Via del Gesù** is the main drag, lined with places like **Rasputin** and **Manifattura**. It’s a 15-minute walk from the city centre, but the lack of tourists means better prices and a more authentic vibe.
The area around the train station is where most hostels cluster. It’s central, with easy access to the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio, but the nightlife is tamer. **Via de’ Panzani** has a few late-night bars, and the station itself is a meeting point for pub crawls. Stay here if you want to be close to transport and early-morning trains.
Where the hostel pub crawls end up, and where to go on your own
This hostel’s basement club is the closest thing Florence has to a backpacker institution. Expect cheap drinks (€4 cocktails during happy hour), a mix of EDM and throwback hits, and a crowd that spills onto the dance floor by 11 PM. The club stays open until 4 AM on weekends, with a €5 entry fee that includes a welcome shot. No dress code, just turn up in your hostel clothes.
A dive bar with a cult following, Rasputin packs in locals and backpackers for €5 cocktails during happy hour (6–9 PM). The music leans toward rock and indie, and the staff don’t tolerate attitude. It’s standing-room-only by 10 PM, so grab a spot on the bench outside if you want to sit. Open until 2 AM.
Florence’s biggest club, spread over three floors. The main room plays commercial house, while the basement hosts 90s throwbacks. Entry is €10–15, but hostel guests often get in for free before midnight with a flyer. Drinks cost €8–10, so pre-game at your hostel. Open Thursday to Sunday until 4 AM.
The best aperitivo spot in town. Order a Negroni (€7) and load up on the buffet: pasta, risotto, and mini panini. Arrive by 7 PM to claim a table, as it gets rammed by 8 PM. The vibe is more local than touristy, and the staff keep the drinks flowing until midnight.
A pub crawl with a twist: dark history and salacious stories between stops. The €20 ticket includes an open bar, a shot at each venue, pizza, and entry to a club. Meet at **Piazza della Repubblica** at 9 PM. The crawl hits four bars and ends at a club around midnight. Book ahead; groups fill up fast.
A high-energy club with laser lights and top DJs. Entry is €15, but hostels often have discount flyers. The music is mainstream EDM and hip-hop, and the crowd is a mix of students and tourists. Open Thursday to Saturday until 4 AM. Dress to impress: bouncers turn away scruffy trainers.
A craft beer bar with 20 taps and a relaxed vibe. Beers start at €5, and the staff know their hops. It’s a good spot to start the night before heading to nearby clubs. Open until 1 AM, with a small outdoor seating area for warmer nights.
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