Piazza della Repubblica is one of the hubs of Florentine life, and the antique carousel in the square is a fine way for young travellers to take a break from sight-seeing. Just around the corner is a cheese lover’s dream stop for lunch, Obikà Mozzarella Bar. Also nearby is Bartolucci, the wooden toy workshop and store where you can find coveted Pinocchio souvenirs made for generations by the Bartolucci family.