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Find the best chess venues in Florence, Italy. Browse 5 chess clubs, cafés, and parks where you can play over-the-board chess.

All 5 chess venues in Florence, Italy

List last updated: 2026-08-24

• A.D. Firenze Scacchi — club, Via Giano della Bella, 20, 50134 Firenze FI, Italy · chess boards available, hosts tournaments
• Game Florence — bar, Via Francesco Baracca 168, 50127 Firenze, Italy · chess boards available, drinks, hosts tournaments
• Giant Chess Board — Via del Cavallaccio, Mantignano — park venue, Via del Cavallaccio, Carraia, Mantignano, 50142 · chess boards available
• Le Murate Caffè Letterario — café, Piazza delle Murate, 50122 Firenze, Italy · drinks
• The Hidden Pub — bar, Piazza del Carmine 11/B, 50124 Firenze, Italy · chess boards available, drinks

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Questions about chess in Florence

Where can I play chess in Florence?

Checkmate IRL maps 5 places to play chess in Florence: 1 chess club, 1 café, 2 bars and 1 outdoor spot. They include A.D. Firenze Scacchi, Le Murate Caffè Letterario and Game Florence.

Is there a chess club in Florence?

Yes: A.D. Firenze Scacchi.

Is there a chess café or chess bar in Florence?

Yes. 1 café and 2 bars in Florence are listed as places to play chess: Game Florence, Le Murate Caffè Letterario and The Hidden Pub.

Where can I play chess outdoors in Florence?

Giant Chess Board — Via del Cavallaccio, Mantignano is the outdoor spot on the map. It has a giant chess board.

Are there chess tournaments or events in Florence?

2 venues in Florence host tournaments: A.D. Firenze Scacchi and Game Florence.

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