Colle Bereto

Where the city's best and brightest strut their stuff
Word to the wise: Florence's most fabulous residents can be found upstairs in the "privè" nightclub - but you'll need to snag a table booking or a referral to get up there yourself.

Florence's reputation for glamour and refinement is not always reflected in its after-hours venues - but at Colle Bereto, the city's world-class pedigree is on full display. This chic hangout on the fancy Piazza Strozzi is favoured by the city's fashion and media sets, as well as visiting celebrities, so change into your proper clothes and steel yourself for a highly charged atmosphere.
The best people-watching is on the outdoor terrace, but if you're feeling overwhelmed by all the sophisticated Italians, there are some quiet corners to be found inside. Refreshingly for a bar of this sort, the staff are down-to-earth and generous with their drinks (ask for the 'Colle Fashion' cocktail if you're after something special).