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Nestled in the heart of Florence lies a somewhat lesser-known spot that is typically overshadowed by the larger and more famous Boboli Gardens: the Giardino Bardini. This historic garden, stretching over four hectares, offers a tranquil escape from the city's crowded streets, providing breathtaking panoramic views of Florence.
It was only renovated and reopened to the public in this century and r... read more.
The Iris Garden (Giardino dell'Iris) is one of Florence's best hidden secrets, most likely due to the limited time it is open each year. The garden is on a lush hillside accessible from the east side of Piazzale Michelangelo. It makes a great place to get away from crowds and the city for a quiet stroll. The garden belongs to the "Società Italiana dell'Iris" (the Italian Iris Society), an associat... read more.
The Giardino delle Rose (Rose Garden) is a charming public garden in Florence, nestled in the San Niccolò neighborhood, just below Piazzale Michelangelo. One of the city's most beautiful yet surprisingly overlooked green spaces, it rewards visitors with sweeping views of the Florentine skyline and a peaceful atmosphere that feels worlds away from the crowded centro storico below.
Originally opene... read more.
Parks & Gardens
Bardini Garden, Giardino Bardini
Nestled in the heart of Florence lies a somewhat lesser-known spot that is typically overshadowed by the larger and more famous Boboli Gardens: the Giardino Bardini. This historic garden, stretching over four hectares, offers a tranquil escape from the city's crowded streets, providing breathtaking panoramic views of Florence.
It was only renovated and reopened to the public in this century and r... read more. Florence Iris Garden
The Iris Garden (Giardino dell'Iris) is one of Florence's best hidden secrets, most likely due to the limited time it is open each year. The garden is on a lush hillside accessible from the east side of Piazzale Michelangelo. It makes a great place to get away from crowds and the city for a quiet stroll. The garden belongs to the "Società Italiana dell'Iris" (the Italian Iris Society), an associat... read more. Giardino delle Rose (Rose Garden)
The Giardino delle Rose (Rose Garden) is a charming public garden in Florence, nestled in the San Niccolò neighborhood, just below Piazzale Michelangelo. One of the city's most beautiful yet surprisingly overlooked green spaces, it rewards visitors with sweeping views of the Florentine skyline and a peaceful atmosphere that feels worlds away from the crowded centro storico below.
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