Visit Pitti Palace and explore the botanical beauty of Florentine 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 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 Pitti 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.
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 lived in Palazzo Pitti. The gardens offer panoramic views of Florence and feature a blend of Italian and French landscaping styles, with avenues, statues, fountains, and ornamental pools spread across the estate. 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 covered with stalactites and sculptures.
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, the Bardini Gardens provide a peaceful oasis in the heart of Florence and are a popular destination. 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 wide variety of plants and flowers. You can enjoy scenic walks along pathways lined with cypress trees, rose gardens, and panoramic views overlooking Florence. The Bardini Gardens also house the Bardini Museum, which is home to a collection of sculptures, ceramics, and artifacts.
We put these three locations together as they are often enjoyed together, so our ticket includes access to all three.