Palazzo Pitti, Boboli & Bardini Gardens: Tickets

Palazzo Pitti, Boboli & Bardini Gardens Tickets and Information

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• Palazzo Pitti Address: 1,Piazza de' Pitti, 50125, Florence
• Opening Hours: Monday: Closed. All Other Days: 08:15 - 18:30

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Are the Palazzo Pitti, Boboli & Bardini Gardens worth visiting

• As Florence’s only royal palace steeped in history, we definitely think so, yes.

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What you see when visiting the Palazzo Pitti‍

• The Palazzo
• The Gardens (Boboli & Bardini)

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About Palazzo Pitti, Boboli & Bardini Gardens

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The Palazzo Pitti, along with the Boboli and Bardini Gardens, forms one of the most significant architectural and cultural complexes in Florence, Italy.

Palazzo Pitti

• Palazzo Pitti was originally built in the 15th century for Luca Pitti and his family. Pitti was a wealthy Florentine banker who commissioned architect Filippo Brunelleschi to build the property. It was then bought by the powerful ‘Medici’ family in 1549, who were great rivals of the Piti family. The property then became their primary residence as one of the ruling families of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. The Medici bloodline ended and the palace is now owned by the Italian state. The palace has a very robust structure built with a fortress-like appearance, and offers incredible Renaissance architecture. The palace houses several museums and galleries, including the Palatine Gallery, the Gallery of Modern Art, the Silver Museum, the Costume Gallery, and the Porcelain Museum. The collections feature artworks ranging from Renaissance masterpieces to modern art.

Boboli Gardens

• The Boboli Gardens are adjacent to Palazzo Pitti and date back to the 16th century. The gardens were initially designed for the ‘Medici’ family's pleasure and as a demonstration of their power and wealth when they live in Palazzo Pitti. They offer incredible panoramic views of Florence and feature a blend of Italian and French landscaping styles, with avenues, statues, fountains, and ornamental pools spread across the vast expanse. The gardens offer an Amphitheatre, the Fountain of Neptune, the Isolotto with its beautiful pond and sculptures, and the Grotto Grande, a man-made cave adorned with stalactites and sculptures.

Bardini Gardens

• Situated near Palazzo Pitti and Boboli Gardens are the Bardini Gardens. Originally created in the 16th century, the gardens were restored in the early 20th century by the antiquarian Stefano Bardini, after whom they are named. The gardens feature a variety of flowers, including rose gardens, lemon trees, and cypress-lined paths, as well as numerous sculptures and architectural elements. Like the Boboli Gardens, the Bardini Gardens provide a tranquil oasis in the heart of Florence and are a popular destination for visitors seeking natural beauty and relaxation. The gardens offer a more intimate and tranquil atmosphere compared to the expansive Boboli Gardens, and are characterised by their terraced landscapes, Renaissance-style architecture, and a rich variety of plant species. You can enjoy scenic walks along pathways lined with cypress trees, rose gardens, and panoramic viewpoints overlooking Florence. The Bardini Gardens also house the Bardini Museum, which is home to a collection of sculptures, ceramics, and artefacts.