Florence Outlet Malls Guide 2026: The Mall, Space Prada & Barberino

The Mall Firenze is the largest luxury outlet near Florence — 40 minutes south of the city, with Europe’s biggest Gucci outlet plus Prada, Ferragamo, Burberry, Fendi, Tod’s and 15+ other premium Italian and international brands at 30–60% off retail. This 2026 guide covers everything you need: how to get there (shuttle bus from Santa Maria Novella, taxi, rental car), opening hours, all the brands, the nearby Prada outlet space, alternative outlets (Barberino Designer Outlet, Valdichiana Outlet Village), what discounts to expect, and how to plan a half-day or full-day outlet trip.

Outlet shopping is the value end of our Florence shopping guide — the same labels sell at full price on Via de’ Tornabuoni. Most outlets sit outside the city, so check renting a car in Florence if you are not taking the shuttle.

What is The Mall Firenze?

The Mall Firenze is a luxury designer outlet village located in Leccio, 35km south of Florence. Built in 2001 and expanded multiple times, it now houses approximately 40 brand stores including the largest Gucci outlet in Europe, plus most major Italian luxury houses. Discount levels range from 30% off (current-season basics) to 60–70% off (previous-season pieces and end-of-line stock).

The Mall is unrelated to American shopping malls — it’s an open-air village of small luxury brand storefronts, with Italian-style architecture, restaurants, and a coffee bar. Browsing takes 3–5 hours; a serious shopping visit can fill a full day.

Getting from Florence to The Mall

Shuttle Bus (Recommended)

• Bus Italia / SITA shuttle — direct service from Florence’s Montelungo Piazza (just outside Santa Maria Novella station) to The Mall
• Schedule: roughly hourly from 09:00 to 18:00, return runs from The Mall until 19:00
• Cost: €8 single, €15 return
• Journey: 50–60 minutes each way
• Tickets: buy on the bus, at the Bus Italia ticket counter at the station, or at most central Florence tabaccherie

The shuttle is the cheapest and most convenient option. Buses can fill on summer Saturdays — book the morning departure or arrive at the station 30 minutes early.

Florence Shopping Express

A premium shuttle service operated by The Mall itself, departing from Florence’s Stazione Leopolda. Roughly twice the cost of Bus Italia (€15 single, €25 return) but with reserved seats, modern coaches, and better timing for The Mall’s opening/closing hours.

Driving

• Distance: 35km via SR69 / SR222
• Driving time: 40–45 minutes
• Parking: free for The Mall customers (large parking lot)
• Useful if: combining with a Chianti winery visit (The Mall is en-route to several Chianti wineries) or onward to Tuscan day trips

Taxi or Private Driver

Florence to The Mall by taxi: €60–80 each way. Private chauffeur for the day: €200–400 with waiting. Useful for groups of 4+ or for travellers who want flexibility.

The Mall Hours

• Daily: 10:00–19:00
• Summer (June–August): 10:00–20:00
• Closed: 1 January, 25 December (some shops also close 1 May, 15 August)
• Best time to visit: weekday mornings (open at 10:00, calmer than afternoons)
• Avoid: Saturdays and Sundays in summer when the Mall is packed with day-trippers and Italian weekend shoppers

Brands at The Mall

Approximately 40 brand stores. Major presence:

Italian Luxury Houses

• Gucci — Europe’s largest Gucci outlet store, multi-room space with current and previous-season pieces
• Prada — at the nearby Space Prada outlet (separate building, 5-min drive)
• Salvatore Ferragamo — full collection, shoes/bags/accessories
• Bottega Veneta — woven-leather signature pieces
• Fendi — bags, accessories, ready-to-wear
• Etro — Italian luxury textiles and ready-to-wear
• Tod’s — premium leather shoes (Diego della Valle’s house)
• Hogan — Tod’s casual sister brand
• Roberto Cavalli — Italian luxury fashion
• Ermanno Scervino — Florentine designer brand
• Stefano Ricci — premium Italian menswear

International Luxury

• Burberry — UK luxury house
• Alexander McQueen — UK avant-garde luxury
• Stella McCartney — sustainable luxury
• Saint Laurent — French luxury (limited stock)
• Coach — American leather goods
• Jimmy Choo — premium shoes
• Moncler — premium outerwear
• Versace — Italian-Greek luxury heritage house
• Tom Ford — premium menswear and beauty
• Lanvin — French luxury
• Givenchy — French luxury

Other Premium

• Loro Piana — premium Italian cashmere
• Brunello Cucinelli — Italian luxury knitwear (limited stock)
• Polo Ralph Lauren
• Hugo Boss
• Diesel — Italian denim/casual
• Armani — Italian fashion house

Brand availability changes with stock — call ahead if you have a specific brand in mind. The Mall website (themall.it/en) shows the current store list.

What Discounts to Expect

• Current-season pieces: 30% off retail (Gucci, Prada, Ferragamo)
• Previous-season pieces: 40–50% off
• End-of-line / sample sale: 60–70% off
• Italian outlet sales periods (January-February, July-August): additional 10–20% off the outlet price

Realistic example: a Gucci handbag retailing at €1,800 might be €1,250 at The Mall (30% off, current season) or €900 (50% off, previous season) or €700 (60% off, end-of-line during sales).

Tax-free shopping: Non-EU residents claim VAT refund on purchases over €150. The Mall has its own Global Blue desk for instant refund processing.

Space Prada Outlet

Space Prada Outlet is a separate Prada outlet 5km from The Mall (10-minute drive), at Levanella in Montevarchi. Larger Prada selection than the Prada store inside The Mall, including:

• Prada bags, shoes, ready-to-wear, accessories
• Miu Miu (Prada’s sister brand)
• Car Shoe (Prada-owned premium driving shoes)
• Church’s (UK shoe brand owned by Prada Group)

Discounts similar to The Mall (30–60% off retail). Most The Mall shuttle/private tour services include both Mall and Space Prada in a single half-day or full-day package. The two outlets together produce the comprehensive Italian luxury outlet experience.

Other Tuscan Outlets

Barberino Designer Outlet

30 minutes north of Florence in the Mugello area. McArthurGlen-operated village-style outlet with 100+ stores, mostly mid-range brands (less luxury-focused than The Mall):

• Brands: Bally, Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Hugo Boss, Furla, Pinko, Patrizia Pepe, North Face, Adidas, Nike, Levi’s, etc.
• Discounts: typically 30–50% off retail
• Hours: daily 10:00–20:00 (extended summer)
• Getting there: Florence Shopping Express shuttle €15–20 round-trip, or rental car

Barberino is for travellers wanting a broader brand range at lower price points than The Mall’s strict luxury focus.

Valdichiana Outlet Village

1.5 hours south of Florence (near Cortona). McArthurGlen village with 130+ stores. More remote than The Mall or Barberino — useful only if combining with a southern Tuscany day trip (Cortona, Lake Trasimeno, Val d’Orcia).

Dolce & Gabbana Outlet

40 minutes east of Florence, in Incisa Valdarno. Dedicated D&G outlet with significant discounts on the brand’s collections. €8 each way by Bus Italia from Santa Maria Novella station.

A Half-Day The Mall Trip

• 09:00 — Bus from Florence Montelungo (Bus Italia €8)
• 10:00 — Arrive at The Mall. Mall opens; head to your priority brand first (most popular: Gucci, Prada, Ferragamo)
• 10:00–13:00 — Shopping at major brand stores. Lunch at one of the Mall’s restaurants (€15–35 per meal)
• 13:00–14:00 — Lunch break
• 14:00–16:00 — Continue shopping at smaller boutiques and outlet shops
• 16:00 — VAT refund processing at Global Blue desk
• 16:30 — Return bus to Florence
• 17:30 — Arrive Florence Montelungo

For a full day with both The Mall + Space Prada, leave Florence 09:00, arrive home 19:00.

Insider Tips

Tip 1: Visit weekday mornings — calmer than weekend afternoons when busload tour groups arrive.

Tip 2: Italian outlet sales periods (early January and July) add 10–20% on top of outlet discounts. The single best buying window of the year.

Tip 3: The Mall has a free shuttle between The Mall and Space Prada (every 30 minutes) — useful for combined visits.

Tip 4: Don’t expect savings on the iconic, latest-season designer pieces — those are typically 30% off only. The savings are on previous-season collections (50–70% off).

Tip 5: Bring your passport for the VAT refund (mandatory). Process refunds at the Global Blue desk before leaving the Mall.

Tip 6: The Mall’s restaurants are decent but pricey. If on a budget, eat in Florence before/after rather than at the outlet.

Tip 7: Watch your back at the busy Gucci outlet — pickpockets occasionally work the changing-room queues. Keep bags zipped and front-of-body.

Tip 8: Pack lighter outbound — outlet purchases will fill bag space on the return trip. Consider buying a foldable spare bag at the Mall (some shops sell them for €10–20).

VAT Refund Process

Non-EU residents claim 12–14% VAT refund on purchases over €150 per shop:

• At purchase: ask for the tax-free form (“modulo Tax Free”) with your passport
• At The Mall’s Global Blue desk: process forms for instant cash refund (€5 fee per form) OR get the form stamped and claim later at airport
• At airport customs: show purchases (unworn/unused) and forms to customs for the export stamp; then submit to Global Blue desk in airport for refund
• Refund options: cash at airport, credit to your card (refund 4–6 weeks later)

For a €1,000 purchase, expect approximately €120 refund after Global Blue fees.

The Mall vs Via dei Tornabuoni

Trade-offs between outlet and city luxury shopping:

• Via dei Tornabuoni (Florence centre): current-season pieces, full retail prices, all sizes/colors, the prestige boutique experience
• The Mall: 30–60% off retail, mostly previous-season pieces, limited size selection on some items, less polished experience

For a specific must-have current-season piece in your exact size, the city flagship is the right choice. For accumulating multiple luxury pieces at significant savings, The Mall is the right choice. Many travellers do both — flagship for the iconic piece, outlet for everyday additions.

The Mall & Florence Outlets FAQ

How far is The Mall from Florence?

35km / 40 minutes by car or shuttle bus. The Bus Italia shuttle from Santa Maria Novella station (Montelungo Piazza) takes 50–60 minutes one-way, €8 single / €15 return. Florence Shopping Express premium shuttle €15–20.

What discounts can I expect?

30% off retail for current-season pieces (Gucci, Prada, Ferragamo), 40–50% off for previous-season, 60–70% off for end-of-line. Italian sales periods (early January, July–August) add 10–20% on top.

Which brands are at The Mall?

~40 brands including Gucci (largest in Europe), Prada (also at nearby Space Prada outlet), Ferragamo, Bottega Veneta, Fendi, Tod’s, Burberry, Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney, Saint Laurent, Coach, Jimmy Choo, Moncler, Versace, Tom Ford, Loro Piana, Etro, Roberto Cavalli, Ermanno Scervino, plus mid-range like Hugo Boss, Polo Ralph Lauren, Diesel, Armani.

Can I get VAT refund at The Mall?

Yes — non-EU residents claim 12–14% VAT refund on purchases over €150 per shop. The Mall has its own Global Blue desk for instant cash refunds (€5 fee per form) OR get forms stamped at airport customs and refunded via airport Global Blue desk.

When should I visit?

Weekday mornings (open 10:00) are calmest. Avoid summer Saturdays and Sundays when packed with Italian weekend shoppers. Italian sales periods (early January and July–August) offer additional 10–20% discounts.

The Mall vs Florence boutiques?

Via dei Tornabuoni boutiques have current-season pieces at retail prices with full size/color range. The Mall has 30–60% off but mostly previous-season with limited sizes on some items. Choose city for specific current-season pieces, Mall for accumulating savings on multiple items.

Are there other outlets near Florence?

Yes: Barberino Designer Outlet (30 min north, McArthurGlen, 100+ mid-range brands), Space Prada Outlet (5km from The Mall, dedicated Prada/Miu Miu/Church’s), Dolce & Gabbana Outlet (40 min east), and Valdichiana Outlet Village (1.5 hours south near Cortona).

How long should I spend at The Mall?

3–5 hours for a thorough single-day visit. 6–8 hours for a comprehensive Mall + Space Prada combined visit. Plan for the lunch break at the Mall’s restaurants (or pack snacks).

The Mall Firenze and surrounding Tuscan outlets offer the most accessible discount on Italian luxury available — 30–60% off current and previous-season pieces from Gucci, Prada, Ferragamo and 40+ other premium brands. Take the Bus Italia shuttle from Santa Maria Novella for €8, plan a 3–5 hour visit, claim VAT refund at the Global Blue desk before leaving, and you’ll save substantially compared to retail prices in the city centre. Combine with the Space Prada outlet 5km away for a full luxury-shopping day.