Royal Paths of Florence: Explore the Boboli Gardens

3.7
(35 reviews)

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Explore Florence’s Boboli Gardens, one of Italy’s most elegant and historic gardens. This open-air museum features scenic landscapes, ancient statues, and grand fountains.

Don’t miss the stunning grotto, designed by Niccolò Tribolo and completed by Vasari, Ammannati, and Buontalenti—a true gem of Renaissance garden art.

What's Included

Official certified guide
Radio system to hear the guide
Ticket with reservation to Boboli Garden
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Transportation to/from attractions

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please be present in front of the Central Gate (Piazza de'Pitti), 15 minutes before departure time in order to avoid any delays.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
  • 1

    At the start of your tour, after crossing the Pitti Palace's courtyard your guide will lead you up to the “artichoke” fountain, the large octagonal basin decorated with numerous statues and crowned by a bronze lily. and in front of you is the sight of the "Amphitheatre" adjoined to the hill behind the palace, the first phase of creating this beautiful garden as the guide will explain how it was designed. As you climb up the hill, you will find "Neptune’s fountain", and at the very top of the hill, the large statue of "Abundance", by Giambologna. The guide will later lead you through a steep sloping avenue to head back down the hill and to a large avenue known as the "Viottolone”, with cypresses and statuettes that then lead all the way down to the "Isolotto" a large pond, with an admirable fountain known as "The Ocean", created by Giambologna.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    After the guide spend time explaining these fountains and sculptures, the final stops will be at the "Giardino del Cavaliere", built by Michelangelo, "Kaffeehaus" and the "Buontalenti Grotto" created by Buontalenti from limestone concrete stalactites, shells and terracotta reliefs, with water running down the walls providing vivacity and color as guide will reveal all the secrets behind these designs. The tour takes about an hour, the perfect amount to see the highlights inside the garden. You can also return to anything you might want to see again after the tour ends.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Subject to favourable weather conditions as the Gardens does not operate on days with heavy rain. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
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Nature and Wildlife Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Likely to Sell Out
Nature Walks
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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