The Mall Firenze Bus Stop (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is The Mall Firenze Bus Stop?
What makes it 43% Kids-Friendly: Kids 4–11 get reduced fares and strollers fit below the coach, but zero toilets, shade or play areas mean even brief waits can be tiring and inconvenient for children under 12.
Positives:
- Kids go at reduced fare: Children 4–11 pay €5 one-way; under 4 ride free with adult ticket.
- Stroller storage: Fold strollers into the bus underfloor hold at no extra charge.
- Free Wi-Fi on board: Use Wi-Fi and USB ports to keep kids entertained during the ride.
Challenges:
- No toilets or changing tables: Piazzale Montelungo has only benches and a simple shelter.
- Weather exposure: Shelters are open-air; plan for sun or rain.
What is The Mall Firenze Bus Stop?
- A Busitalia stop at Piazzale Montelungo that serves the direct shuttle between central Florence and The Mall outlet
- A covered shelter featuring seating, timetable displays and clear operator signage adjacent to Santa Maria Novella train station
- A primary transit point for scheduled, accessible coaches linking central Florence with the designer outlet in Leccio Reggello
What is so special about The Mall Firenze Bus Stop for with kids?
- Coffee and pastries at a café 100 m from the stop
- Reduced children’s fares and free stroller storage
- Short walk to Santa Maria Novella station for toilets and snacks
- Panoramic upper-deck bus seats with free Wi-Fi
- Seasonal ice skating close by in winter
Note: The Mall Firenze Bus Stop is 43% Kids-Friendly. You may want to consider other Kids-Friendly Things to Do in Florence for a more suitable experience.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time for coffee, waiting, quick visits to nearby spots and the bus ride without rushing kids.
Kids-Friendly Activities in The Mall Firenze Bus Stop
Grab a coffee at Caffè Reale:
Enjoy espresso or hot chocolate with a pastry 100 m from the stop.
Tip: Order takeaway to save your table for stroller gear.
Board The Mall bus:
Choose upper deck seats under the panoramic roof for views of Tuscan hills.
Tip: Arrive 15 min early, fold and stow strollers in the underfloor hold free.
Use Santa Maria Novella station:
Walk 5 min to find toilets, snack shops and seating under cover.
Tip: Buy water and snacks here before the bus ride.
Ice skating at Florence on Ice:
Skate under fortress walls at Fortezza da Basso (5 min walk).
Tip: Open late Nov–Mar; book tickets online to skip lines.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to The Mall Firenze Bus Stop
- Prebook bus tickets: Buy online to secure seats and kids' discounts before you travel.
- Visit off-peak: Travel midmorning on weekdays to avoid crowds on the bus and at cafés.
- Pack snacks: Bring small snacks and water if you prefer to avoid queues at nearby shops.
Reviews of The Mall Firenze Bus Stop
Shi May Hoon
Paid for the 9.30am bus to The Mall. Bus still hasn’t left the terminal at 9.57. There’s the 10am bus. If I wanted to leave at 10am I wld have taken the later bus. This is unacceptable service. Take a cab from Florence if you can.
DavAnmed DOTcom
Ride drivers, rude staff, not helpful at all. Ppl With no ticket allowed to hop on the bus (paying cash to the doorman) not registered obviously… Mall is not so big as milan, selection is poor, and prices on average… Yes they have all the gucci’s logo you looking for…
Jaideep Singh
Absolutely rude operators. I was holding onto a sandwich (all wrapped up in a bag) with no intention to eat on the bus (as per the rules). Yet, the operator denied boarding until I leave the sandwich out.
CNE-CNA N5 EUR
Exit the train, walk towards the station. Do not go into the station, turn left, go all the way over to the wall (McDonalds), turn left and walk to the end of the station. Look to the right for an entryway that leads to a walkway/ramp. The ramp is to the left and down to the street. At the bottom cross the street. The bus will arrive in the area where there are other busses.
Fel L
Purchase your tickets on the bus - I paid by card. Cash accepted as well. I purchased the tickets online from themall on the same day and it mentioned “processing” after payment was made to PayPal. However, I did not receive any QR for the bus tickets. Driver insisted that I have to purchase a new ticket on board..got scammed. so DONT BUY the tickets online. Just get it on the spot!
When is the best time to visit The Mall Firenze Bus Stop (Florence, Italy)?
November–March: ice rink at Fortezza da Basso (kids €7, adults €12). Summer: bring water and sun hats, the stop has only open-air shelters.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Roundtrip bus fare (2 adults + 2 kids) | EUR 56 |
| Coffee & pastries | EUR 12 |
| Ice skating (optional) | EUR 38 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 106 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Map of The Mall Firenze Bus Stop
Address: Via degli Orti Oricellari, 20, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
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