Region, Italy
Internet in Tuscany: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Tuscany?
Median fixed broadband in Italy is 109 Mbps and mobile is 85 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi in Florence cafés varies; countryside agriturismi often have slow wifi, so check speeds before booking.
Getting online in Tuscany
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre in Florence and towns from TIM, Fastweb and Vodafone, about €25–35 a month; some rural farmhouses only have 4G or FWA. |
| Cafés and coworking | Wifi in Florence cafés varies; countryside agriturismi often have slow wifi, so check speeds before booking. |
| 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 Tuscany
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Hub Firenze | Rifredi | — |
| Nana Bianca | Porta Romana (Piazza di Cestello) | — |
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 Tuscany?
Median fixed broadband in Italy is 109 Mbps and mobile is 85 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Wifi in Florence cafés varies; countryside agriturismi often have slow wifi, so check speeds before booking.
Which SIM card should I get in Tuscany?
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 Tuscany?
Yes: Impact Hub Firenze, Nana Bianca.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Italy
- TIM
- Vodafone
- WindTre
- iliad
- Visit Tuscany
- Trenitalia
- Autolinee Toscane
- Careggi University Hospital
- Impact Hub Firenze
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.