Northern & Western TuscanyEntertainment

Entertainment in Northern & Western Tuscany

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    Leningrad Café

    Another hip venue, this café-club down a quiet alley in the San Martino quarter of town pelts out everything from garage, punk and indie rock to rock 'n' roll, swing and soul. DJs spin during the week and Saturday sees cabaret steal the show.

    reviewed

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    Caffetteria Betsabea

    Students from the political sciences faculty luurvvv this simple café which dishes are 20 types of well-stuffed sandwiches, meal-sized salads and loads of different dressed pasta - all served on wicker platters - as well as drinks from dawn to dusk.

    reviewed

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    I Santi Vineria

    A wine shop with a few tables and large green umbrellas in front, this is a tranquil spot to sip wine under the watchful eye of Madonna and child. Tasty morsels served are as predictable as a cheese platter and as unpredictable as stewed octopus. Wi-fi hotspot!

    reviewed

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    Caffetteria San Colombano

    Enviably nestled in one of the bastions of the city wall, this stylish café is as much dining as drinking spot. The interior is modern and a mix of styles; outside, with its wooden decking and umbrella seating, is perfect retreat-from-the-sun territory.

    reviewed

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    Bazeel

    On the corner of centrally located Piazza Garibaldi, this bar draws a mixed clientele and is famous for its aperitivo spread. If you want to score one of the outdoor tables, get there a bit before 6pm. After 9pm there’s usually live music or a DJ.

    reviewed

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    Teatro Verdi

    There's nothing like a trip to the theatre while on holiday to lift the spirit. This Pisa institution is known for its high-calibre shows - with regular offerings of opera, theatre and dance. Consider the language barrier before purchasing tickets.

    reviewed

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    Caffè delle Logge

    Sprawled in the shade beneath the loggia on Prato's loveliest fountain-tinkling squares, this café-lounge and cocktail bar is perfect any time. Inside, a white moulded ceiling ensnares 1950s seating, flatscreen TV and boldly painted walls.

    reviewed

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    Pub Ambarabà

    A popular bar that has an array of good wine, sassy cocktails and international beer. Compliment the refined atmosphere with a serve of light veggie snacks and jump on the Internet for some casual browsing to complete the experience.

    reviewed

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    Almatea

    If you feel like dressing up, Almatea is the ideal place to go once your clothes are on. Sip cocktails with glamorous locals and slink across the floor to groovy sounds. The perfect start, middle or end to a great night on the town.

    reviewed

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    Temple Bar

    This popular Irish pub paying homage to Dublin's cultural quarter touts tables and chairs on one of Pisa's cutest squares and conveniently neighbours a fine yoghurteria, open pub hours, in the shape of Coppelia.

    reviewed

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    Pick a Flower

    This cheerful bar and eatery attracts a lively, chic crowd. The moody atmosphere is spread over two floors with candlelight, high ceilings, good wine and tapas. Find heated student discussions on the outside terrace.

    reviewed

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    Barge

    Join the effortlessly hip young crowd inside this approximation of an English pub or enjoy the breeze on one of the trio of boat-shaped waterfront terraces. It also functions as a piano bar and restaurant.

    reviewed

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    Op Art Café

    Art exhibitions add another dimension to this modern wine bar where a designer set meets for cocktails, a bruschetta and meal-sized salads. It buzzes come aperitivo time - great buffet!

    reviewed

  15. N

    Villa Bottini

    This beautiful 16th-century villa with formal gardens is home to the city's cultural department and prime concert, exhibition and cultural-event venue.

    reviewed

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    Vino & Kino

    Cult and classic movies screened twice weekly at this cultural association where Lucca's cultured set meet for wine and aperitif nibbles.

    reviewed

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    Betty Blue

    A lively spot with 1960s-style mustard plastic-coated bar stools, op art on the walls and plenty of slouching space inside and out.

    reviewed

  18. Q

    Lounge Caffè

    Directly opposite Temple Bar, this venue is worth a late-hour slug.

    reviewed

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