VILLA PETRAIA

The most beautiful of the many Medici villas around Florence and certainly the closest to the centre. This villa is a beautiful destination for a pleasant and short excursion. Its current appearance is above all thanks to Ferdinand I. The courtyard is an absolute marvel of colors thanks to its beautiful frescoes and the interior is a product of the Savoia restoration during the period of Florence when its was the capital of Italy.

VILLA DI POGGIO A CAIANO

Also called Ambra, is one of the most famous Medici villas. Lorenzo il Magnifico wanted it to be built He had his best architect Giuliano da San Gallo build it for him in 1480. Its was the model for future villas and was an example of the marriage between nature and architecture.

CERRETO GUIDI

The Medici hunting villa, famous for its large zigzag-shaped-stairs-entrance. It was the scene of the murder of Isabella de ‘Medici at the hands of her husband.

GAMBERAIA

The Rossellinos built it. They were known to be one of the families that most contributed to the Florentine sculptural Renaissance. You will enjoy the beautiful gardens of this villa as you enjoy a relaxing view of Florence.

BOBOLI

Il Giardino di Boboli is the most beautiful and representative park in Florence. It was created by the Medici who purchased Palazzo Pitti to make it into what it is today. From here you can enjoy unique views of the historic centre and relax on one of its lawns or admire its fountains, statues and beautiful paths.

CENTRAL MARKET OF SAN LORENZO

A stop not to be left out when visiting the city. Here you can enjoy a fully comprehensive view over florentine and tuscan products and why not even a taste of some of them! The first floor is an atypical restaurant very popular today in Florence. This market is also one of the rare large nineteenth-century buildings in town.

PORCELLINO MARKET

The most evocative of the Florentine markets, with its large arches and the famous “piglet” that tourists flock to in the hope their desires and wishes will come true..