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Boboli Gardens Guided Tour

Florence

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Overview

Take a guided tour of Boboli Gardens, a stunning example of traditional Italian garden design, filled with history, art, and breathtaking views.

Highlights

  • Escape the crowd and take a guided tour of the lush Boboli Gardens in Florence. It’s a Renaissance marvel that is straight out of a period drama.
  • Saunter through the labyrinth of Cypress trees that lead you to the Ocean Fountain-once a space to showcase the grandeur of Florence’s elite.
  • With a Spanish, Italian, or English-speaking guide, learn about the courtly life of the noble Medici family and their influence on art and architecture.
  • The gardens also feature elegant grottos, Renaissance and Roman sculptures, the grand Fountain of Neptune, and the tranquil Isolotto island.

Inclusions

  • 1-hour guided tour of Boboli Gardens
  • Entry to Boboli Gardens
  • Italian/Spanish/English-speaking guide (as per option selected)
  • Entry to Bardini Gardens

Exclusions

  • Guided tour of Pitti Palace, Bardini Gardens and Ceramic Museum

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your experience

A guided tour of Boboli Gardens is the perfect way to experience the beauty and history of Florence’s most iconic green space. Nestled behind the grand Pitti Palace, these 111 acres of gardens offer a fascinating journey through Renaissance landscaping, history, and art. With a knowledgeable guide leading the way, you’ll uncover the stories behind the garden’s creation, and its role as a Medici family retreat.

The tour includes a visit to the Fountain of Neptune, the Buontalenti Grotto, and over 300 sculptures, including Roman and Renaissance works. You’ll learn about the artistic significance of these pieces and their role in the garden’s design. The guide will also take you through the Viottolone, a grand tree-lined avenue, leading to the Isolotto, a peaceful island surrounded by water and sculptures.

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