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Boboli Gardens

Piazza Pitti, Florence, Italy
39 0552651838
Ranked #65 of 174 attractions in Florence
3.5 of 5 stars 162 Reviews
Type: Gardens
Activities: Viewing foliage
Owner description: There is plenty of sun, shade, singing birds and whispering fountains in one of Florence's largest and most beautiful gardens, which are located...... more » Owner description: There is plenty of sun, shade, singing birds and whispering fountains in one of Florence's largest and most beautiful gardens, which are located behind the massive Pitti Palace. « less
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Claremont, CA
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79 reviews 79 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

These are lovely gardens, spread over a large expanse. As others have noted, just wander about, stopping to enjoy the beauty of the gardens and the views of Firenze. There are formal gardens with fountains and statuary. There are hidden gems found by walking about. There are walking paths through arbors. Very pleasant way to spend an hour or more. More

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Perugia, Italy
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

You have only to walk....don't follow a map, walk and look and realx yourself in this beautiful place. In this Garden everything is perfect. You have just to enjoy it. I think this is one of the best garden in Europe, the perfect green corner in this fantastic city. If you should imagine a garden in Florence you could not... More

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Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

The size and scale of the gardens is amazing but what is most astounding is that it was the first of its type. Not it's not a manicured garden. If you expect to see this you will be dissapointed. The views, size and statuary are what should be appreciated. To realize that the Medici family strolled the same paths I... More

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Calgary
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

We had purchased the Florence Card and took the opportunity to use it on our last morning in Florence to wander over to the Boboli Gardens to stretch our legs and enjoy being outside. It was a beautiful sunny morning, the gardens were very empty of crowds, and we felt as if we'd found a real escape in the heart... More

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Petersfield, United Kingdom
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012
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Just read the mixed bag of reviews on Boboli Gardens on TA and I do agree that it is rather expensive for what it is. We paid €7, just for the entry to the gardens. Actually I got in free as it was my birthday - apparently you can get in free to places of interest on your birthday! Bonus!... More

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Kitchener, Ontario
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
101 helpful votes 101 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

If you're looking forward to visiting a beautiful garden you won't be impressed with Boboli. When we visited at the end of April there were absolutely no flowers in bloom, weeds were in abundance in the grassy areas with hedges were in need of trimming. Absolutely no care has been taken, and in fact was lacking. Wouldn't return. Save you... More

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Florence, Italy
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

A lot of people have written about the surly people at the ticket booths, but this is compensated by the effusive welcome you will get from the cats that inhabit this garden! This is NOT Versailles and is not worth the entrance fee of 10 euros, because the hedges are in a shocking condition, not well kept at all. The... More

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London
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

In such a busy city this park is a lovely break from the crowds. The 20 euro entrance seemed expensive but paid for some wonderful views of the city, a ceramic museum, and also entrance to some of the palace attractions. Bring your lunch for a rest from all the sightseeing More

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liverpool
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

I love all plants and really enjoyed walking around the gardens but be warned there are some very steep and long paths although Italian gardens are essentially green this does boast a rose garden but they plants were not yet in bloom on our visit, I get laughed at cos most of my holiday photos are of little groups of... More

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Sydney, Australia
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012
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We arrived in Florence via train from Rome,wandered around the beautiful city attractions visiting museums etc and ended up in the Boboli Gardens.What a beautiful and relaxing place to unwind after the crowded streets of Florence,lots of well maintained pathways meandering past fountains and many statues and sculptures around every corner.You could easily spend the whole day here as there... More

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