We couldn't decide if we wanted to do Boboli or Bardini (no time to do both) but we ended up at the…read moreentrance to Bardini first so we decided to check it out. Fair warning, the entrance isn't very clearly marked. It looks just like a business front and I was confused as to how entering the park would actually work. I didn't do much research (which is a shock I know) into this garden before coming and was a bit daunted by the uphill climb. From the entrance, I assumed there would be a funicular or something. I was wrong. Not only am I not in shape, but I've been having some medical issues, and I was terrified I just paid an entrance fee to a park that I cannot check out. Luckily, the switchbacks are super gentle. We could hardly "feel" walking up this hill. There was also a lot to look at as we walked up so it was really a beautiful "hike." We were confused a bit by the signs and how far the garden went up. We weren't the only ones either because two couples past us while we rested on a bench, wondering if they were going the "right way" as well. I was expecting a bit more "garden" but got more "trees and shrubs" but I think this place is worth the hike just for the views of Florence alone.

This beautiful park is under the radar, which isn't exactly a bad thing…read more You can enjoy peaceful walks with incredible views from every part of this park. During my visit, it wasn't crowded at all and it made the experience that much better. Highly recommend!

Nice park for a walk, jog or run. During the off season and weekday the park is a very quiet…read moreretreat. During the on season and weekends, it's full of residents or tourist enjoying the nice green space. Pros: Family friendly and lots of space for multiple activities Running trails with soft pavement Solid surfaces for biking or skating Open areas for animals or running around Cons: Plant life looks dead during the winter

This is a beautiful park on the banks of the river where you can walk, run, cycle or skate. It is a…read morewonderful place all year round and it also hosts a large market every Tuesday morning where you can buy clothes, bags, shoes, bed linen amongst other things and you can always pick up a bargain. During the summer (from June) the Pavionere bar and swimming pool opens and it is a nice escape from the city heat. The bar is especially nice in the evening where the soft lighting and the sound of people swimming in the pool give the place a real holiday feel. There is also a hammock for anyone who feels really laid back but be warned it can be quite hard to get out of once you are in it!

We haven't left Italy yet but this was phenomenal, number one. Capstone. This is a must do! This…read moreis a game changer. We were here for 2.5 hours and could have been here longer. This is my favorite part of my Florence trip. Simply amazing. So many amazing trials. Uphill , downhill filled with amazing art. Sculpted statues of magic! Church bells going on off while you enjoy this beautiful garden. Truly amazing And beautiful. From kashmere gardens In houston Texas to boboli gardens of Florence Italy. Blessed and highly favored. This is a must stop. Not sure how this doesn't have many reviews. Only 10 dollars to get in. I would have paid 50.00 Google has close to 29k reviews. Don't miss it. This place is a charm. Once in a lifetime experience.

Perfect place for some tranquility in the middle of the city…read more This was not on my list to visit the first time I was in the city. It happened to be just about 5 mins away by foot from where we were staying. We didn't book tickets ahead of time, but it was no problem as there was no line when we got there. There weren't that many flowers in bloom which was a bummer, but everything was trimmed that it reminded me of gardens in France. You can get a ton of steps in if you decide to walk every corner. I went up every stairs I saw. You get a great view of the city from the top. It was so nice to not hear the honks of cars and traffic noise. I was a little jealous of the folks who brought in their lunches. A ton of people were having themselves a little picnic situation in the corners that had shade. The property is kept super clean. I didn't see any staff on the actual grounds, but everything was orderly.

Such a beautiful, tranquil park. During the fall the trees are covered in warm colors. There is a…read moredog park, a bike road, walking paths and areas with small ramps and levels thru the trees. So relaxing to walk around here. If you're looking to extract yourself from the busy center for a bit and have a different type of hang out, come to this park's little caffe bar to grab a beer in the summer, some wine, or a coffee in winter and sit in the comfy chairs overlooking the sunset on the Arno! There is an area dedicated for me, with swings and slides. Also there happen to be some children stealing my spot in the swings from time to time ;) And of course you might get to see the occasional homeless in the further end part of the park setting up camp for the night that you can cuddle with if you had too much wine. It is these little lungs in Florence that help you have a break away from the concrete jungle if you want a little bit of nature not too far of a walk from the center.

Lucca is one of my favorite small towns in the world. If you adore quaint, small town charm plus…read moreinsane natural beauty, you'll love this town just as much as I do. Lucca doesn't have any world renowned museums, public monuments, or even a culinary specialty that gives it name. The natural beauty of the city itself is the attraction. I find this little town so sweet and fun to explore because it is surrounded by a giant elevated wall that surrounds the city like a candy wrapper. The wall is about 2-3 miles and extremely pedestrian and cycler friendly as there are no cars on the road. Walking on this wall has been one of the best memories I've had in Europe. I'm one of those people that are constantly thinking about random little things all the time, but the ineffable beauty of the leaves turning all shades of red, orange, and yellow really had me silent for a few hours. Come here, you'll feel a sense of peace you haven't experienced anywhere else. Beats any museum I've ever been to.