Parks and gardens in Florence

Florence Parks and Squares

Florence’s public spaces range from historic political hubs like Piazza della Signoria, home to Renaissance sculptures, to the expansive Boboli Gardens, a UNESCO-listed masterpiece of Italian landscape design. This collection includes the Roman-era foundations of Piazza della Repubblica, the iconic cathedral complex at Piazza del Duomo, and panoramic viewpoints at Piazzale Michelangelo and Giardino delle Rose. Beyond the major squares, discover the 15th-century Cascine Park, the private Torrigiani Garden, and the bronze Porcellino fountain.

Florence Parks and Squares — Map

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Piazza della Signoria

Historic cobblestone square featuring Renaissance architecture, open-air sculptures, and notable political and cultural landmarks.

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Boboli Gardens

Historic Italian Renaissance garden featuring sculptures, fountains, and panoramic views, located behind the Pitti Palace. It is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and exemplifies Italian garden design and architecture.

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Republic Square

Historic pedestrian cobblestone forum with origins dating back to Roman times, featuring significant 19th-century architectural renovations and a vibrant urban atmosphere.

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Piazza del Duomo

Historic pedestrian square featuring the Florence Cathedral complex with Brunelleschi's Dome, Giotto's Bell Tower, and the Baptistery. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Renaissance architecture and art.

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Bardini Garden

Opened to visitors in 2010, this small, well-manicured terraced garden is worth the visit.

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Boar Fountain

Il Porcellino is the local Florentine nickname for the bronze fountain of a boar.

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G

Fontana di piazza Santa Croce

Located at the western end of the square opposite the Basilica of Santa Croce, this 19th-century marble fountain was designed by Giuseppe del Rosso. It features a classical basin and serves as a historical focal point in the historic center.

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Giardino delle Rose

Giardino delle rose is a garden park in the Oltrarno district of Florence, in Tuscany, Italy.

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Torrigiani Garden

The biggest private garden in Europe is a real gem. Marquis Pietro Torrigiani inherited the estate in the early 19th century and turned the…

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Cascine Park

The park was built in the 15th century by the Medici family who grew exotic plants here.

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Michelangelo Square

Panoramic square created in 1869 featuring bronze replicas of Michelangelo's sculptures and extensive views of the city and the Arno River.

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Piazza San Lorenzo

Piazza San Lorenzo is a city square in Florence, Italy.

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