The heart of Easter in Florence
The Scoppio del Carro in Piazza Duomo is the most iconic Easter tradition in Florence. Every year, on Easter morning, Piazza del Duomo becomes the centre of an ancient ritual that brings together history, symbolism and collective participation.
It is one of those moments when the city reveals its identity most clearly, transforming an already iconic space into something even more meaningful.
Scoppio del Carro in Piazza Duomo, An event to experience in the historic centre
At the centre of the tradition is the Brindellone, a historic cart that is pulled through the streets to the Duomo, where the fireworks are ignited by the colombina.
The entire event takes place around the Duomo, making this area the focal point of the day. For this reason, already being in the historic centre becomes a real advantage.
Being in the right place from the start
During the Easter weekend, getting around the centre can take longer than expected. Having a base just a few steps from the Duomo means you can easily reach the event without dealing with complicated travel.
Albergo Firenze is located in Piazza Donati, about a 2-minute walk from the Duomo. This allows you to experience the Scoppio del Carro in Piazza Duomo more directly, moving in and out of the centre with ease.
After the Scoppio del Carro in Piazza Duomo, Florence continues
Once the Scoppio del Carro in Piazza Duomo has ended, Florence still has much to offer. From the Duomo, you can easily reach Piazza della Signoria, the Uffizi and Ponte Vecchio, shaping the rest of your day around art, walks and stops along the historic streets.
This is the real advantage of a central location: being able to continue experiencing the city without interruption.
A simple Easter, in the right place
There is no need to overcomplicate a stay in Florence during Easter. It’s simply a matter of being in the right place. Albergo Firenze is designed exactly for this: offering a central, practical and comfortable base from which to experience the city on foot and without stress.
And when the Duomo is just steps away, even a tradition like the Scoppio del Carro becomes a natural part of the experience.