Vivoli
Ice Cream Parlor€€€€
Santa Croce, Firenze
"Best gelato in Florence and maybe anywhere."(5 Tips)
"Festina Lente is a must, also the plum sorbet."(2 Tips)
"Mousse Cioccolata - to die for !"(2 Tips)
"The lemon with mint sorbet is out of this world."(4 Tips)
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Tuscany Now & MoreMarch 10, 2015A must-destination year round. Vivoli is the oldest gelateria in Florence, a real institution. Opened in 1929 it has been popular ever since. They do ice cream tastings and workshops. Get yours now! Read more
Ji&V GuptaMay 27, 2016You only get to have one spoon as a taster so we bought 5 single cups so we could try more! They are all pretty special but the best were Rice and Amareno. Worth the trip out to find this place
- Jenna Rose RobbinsMay 8, 2015Even though gelaterias are everywhere in Florence, just one bite convinced us not to go anywhere else for gelato for the duration of our trip, even though it was a hike from our apartment.
Maina KhojaOctober 22, 2019close on Monday! You need to pay/ get ticket at the Telly then lineup for gelato. the rice gelato was overly sweet, the pistachio & Gianduia were both good. Their serving not as generous as others!
- Lisa GrimmOctober 20, 2012Best gelato in Florence and maybe anywhere. Such a charming place too. If they have Riso (rice) get it! The best combo is Riso, Crema and one if their passion fruit flavored. Enjoy!!!
Cameron MacConomyMay 15, 2017The crema is fantastic. Make sure to pay at the cashier FIRST. Then go to the case and tell them what you want.
Dani García UrdanizSeptember 5, 2016Best Ice creams in he world!!! Don't go before tasting rice, pistacho, pear, hazelnut.... Delicious!!
Ish MahdiJuly 19, 2017Loved the riso/rice flavour, chocolate and cherry and the pineapple and ginger sorbet! Wow!
Vasek S.June 12, 2015Based on 1930, the most popular gelateria in Italy and the most tasty as well... Try this one and you'll never want another ice-cream
hello_emilyJune 5, 2014Whoever reckons this isn't as good as Grom is wrong. Best gelato ever. The citrus & ginger literally changed my life. Peach also sublime.
Sarah VermylenJuly 24, 2013An absolute to-do when you're visiting Florence and you like ice cream. Also not that expensive to be "the best ice cream shop in the world".- Rafa LarrañagaDecember 10, 2014The best Pistaccio ice cream you can ever taste... Fair price and excellent quality.
Lou LouApril 26, 2017My fave is festina lente aka ginger & orange and the unmissable semifreddo di cafè. Delicious!
Ruth BalharrieSeptember 2, 2014Wide selection flavours - absolutely delicious! Loved the strawberry and peach.
BravoNovember 19, 2010Stanley Marcus of Nieman Marcus says in his book that Vivolis's the best and he was right!She'll only use eggs for her ice cream that have been laid that morning!-Alex Reznik,Top Chef
Grace FMay 9, 2012Best gelato in Florence. Period. It isn't about spectacle. It's about taste. Very fresh and authentic. The pistachio and wild strawberry are a MUST.- Diana Bang-UdesenJuly 7, 2014Best ice cream in the city of delicious ice cream. Festina Lente is a must, also the plum sorbet.
Mike Ottavi-BrannonOctober 1, 2019Marnengo + chocolate w/ hazelnut. Nuff said. Note you only get 1 sample so trust me in this one.
Maire GriffinNovember 2, 2013I was skeptical, but this was totally worth the blister I got walking to find this place. Creamy, delicious, heaven in a cup!- hello_emilyJune 4, 2014Unbelievably great gelato. Go out of your way to go here. Amaretto & fantasio especially good 🍨
🔹Maria L🔹July 6, 2013Cream flavor is awesome-but there is no milk chocolate (hence the plain chocolate didnt taste that good for me)
Paulo CaladoSeptember 18, 2015One of the best! Simply.!..while At it, try the restaurant just next to it...also Great.
Antony RaharjaApril 22, 2017The pistachio is godly! Apparently, over 40 Flavours of gelato are made fresh every morning
- Tatiana KovalyovaJuly 11, 2018Flavours are very good, wide variety of choice, but ice cream in general is very sweet.
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Victor CMay 30, 2013Go here every single day you are in Florence. Except Monday - they are closed on Mondays.
Silvia Stella OsellaJune 8, 2013One of the best gelatos i've ever had in my life! And I'm pretty obsessed, believe me ;-)
AriannaMarch 8, 2011Try "crema" and "riso" flavours. Florentines consider Vivoli too expensive and touristy but these two flavors are the ones of my childhood and haven't changed ever since!
Muzna AlMarch 30, 2014Very disappointing for "the oldest and best gelato in Italy". Tried 3 flavours none of which I liked.
Rodrиго РивераApril 1, 2017Good taste and decent portions. However, it is an OK gelato. A bit watery, with crystals and not the best texture. Nearby there are better choices.
Arlen VartazarianJuly 7, 2012Lives up to its reputation. Be sure to try the Pompelmo Rosa (pink grapefruit).
Michelle LimApril 8, 2011Tried the fragola and yogurt flavours, was very satisfied, one of the best in Florence!
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