On June 24, Florence doesn’t just celebrate its patron saint—it puts on a show for the gods.

From Renaissance rooftops to hidden riverbanks, the city gathers to watch the sky explode in color during the Fochi di San Giovanni. But not all viewpoints are created equal. This guide curates the most spectacular (and sometimes secret) places to watch the fireworks—whether you’re sipping a cocktail on a luxury terrace, picnicking by the Arno, or lucky enough to know someone with a private roof and a decent bottle of Chianti. Because in Florence, even looking up is an art.