Iconic Parks & Gardens
Italy’s green spaces blend centuries of history with diverse botanical collections. This selection includes UNESCO-listed Renaissance masterpieces like Villa d’Este and Boboli Gardens, famous for their architectural water features and sculptures. It also spans ancient archaeological parks, including the Greek temples of Akragas and Selinunte and the Punic necropolis of Tuvixeddu. From the tropical species of the Palermo Botanical Garden and the romantic ruins of Ninfa to the basalt cliffs of the Alcantara Gorge, these sites represent the country’s varied landscapes, ranging from Lake Como to the Sicilian coast.
A Akragas
Ancient Greek archaeological site and UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring monumental stone sanctuaries and ruins from a prominent former polis. Founded around 581 BC, it flourished as a major center of economic and artistic prosperity during the golden age of Ancient Greece.
B Selinunte
Selinunte was a rich and extensive ancient Greek city of Magna Graecia on the south-western coast of Sicily in Italy.
C Villa d'Este
Historic Renaissance villa known for its extensive gardens and elaborate fountains, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
D 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.
E Villa Carlotta
Villa Carlotta is a villa and botanical garden in Tremezzo on Lake Como in Northern Italy.
F Alcantara Gorge
The river Alcantara creates a beuatiful natural scenery, winding among rocky cliffs and cascading on several waterfalls.
G Villa Rufolo
Villa Rufolo is a villa within the historic center of Ravello, a town in the province of Salerno, southern Italy, which overlooks the…
H Garden of Ninfa
The Garden of Ninfa is a garden in the territory of Cisterna di Latina, in the province of Latina, central Italy.
La Mortella
La Mortella is a private garden in the island of Ischia, Italy. It was first opened to the public in 1991.
J Palermo Botanical Garden
Historical botanical garden and scientific research institution managed by the University of Palermo. The site spans 10 hectares and features neoclassical architecture alongside extensive collections of Mediterranean and tropical plant species.
K Tuvixeddu necropolis
The necropolis of Tuvixeddu is a Punic necropolis, the largest in the Mediterranean.
L Cagliari Botanical Gardens
The Orto Botanico dell'Università di Cagliari, also known as the Orto Botanico di Cagliari, is a botanical garden operated by the…
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