Is the internet good in Florence?
Median fixed broadband in Italy is 109 Mbps and mobile is 85 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Some cafés offer wifi, but many discourage laptops; coworking spaces are dependable.
Getting online in Florence
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre available in many buildings; old apartments sometimes have slower lines. Expect about €25–35 a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Some cafés offer wifi, but many discourage laptops; coworking spaces are dependable. |
| Tourist SIM | TIM, Vodafone and WindTre sell prepaid tourist SIMs at airports and phone shops; passport needed. EU SIMs roam at home rates. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | TIM, Vodafone, WindTre, iliad |
| Monthly data plan | €10–20 ($11–23) |
Coworking spaces in Florence
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Hub Firenze | Santa Maria Novella area | — |
Internet speeds in Europe
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| France | 332 Mbps | 133 Mbps |
| Iceland | 283 Mbps | — |
| Switzerland | 281 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Denmark | 278 Mbps | 161 Mbps |
| Romania | 276 Mbps | 83 Mbps |
| Hungary | 271 Mbps | 94 Mbps |
| Spain | 263 Mbps | 84 Mbps |
| Portugal | 252 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Andorra | 244 Mbps | — |
| Netherlands | 226 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Luxembourg | 221 Mbps | 173 Mbps |
| Poland | 215 Mbps | 109 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Florence?
Median fixed broadband in Italy is 109 Mbps and mobile is 85 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Some cafés offer wifi, but many discourage laptops; coworking spaces are dependable.
Which SIM card should I get in Florence?
TIM, Vodafone and WindTre sell prepaid tourist SIMs at airports and phone shops; passport needed. EU SIMs roam at home rates.
Can I use an eSIM in Italy?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Florence?
Yes: Impact Hub Firenze.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Italy
- TIM
- Vodafone
- WindTre
- iliad
- Firenze Turismo
- Trenitalia
- Aeroporto di Firenze
- AOU Careggi
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.