Italy’s cultural and historical heritage extends far beyond its monuments and museums – its gardens are an integral part of the story. Often historic landmarks themselves and models for Italian-style gardens worldwide, the most beautiful gardens in Italy offer stunning views, rare plants, and settings of unparalleled charm.
Boboli Gardens (Florence)
Behind Palazzo Pitti lies one of Florence’s most famous parks. With terraces, parterres, avenues of holm oaks and panoramic city views, the Boboli Gardens are the quintessential Italian-style garden. Created by the Medici in the 16th century and expanded over time, the gardens combine art and nature with ancient sculptures, grottos, obelisks and remarkable perspective effects. Highlights include the Kaffeehaus, the historic Limonaia and the Giardino del Cavaliere.
