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Fiesole Hilltop Tour and Florence Views+Gelato

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Description

Welcome to Fiesole: The Terrace of Florence Fiesole is an ancient village rich in history, art and nature. It stands on a hill overlooking Florence, giving visitors a magical and timeless atmosphere. It is the ideal destination for those seeking beauty, culture and a breathtaking view.

Tour Options

Fiesole Hilltop Tour & Florence Views

Itinerary

Admission included5 min

Porta San Gallo is one of Florence's ancient monumental gates, constructed around 1285 as part of the sixth circle of city walls.

Pass by

Piazza Savonarola is an elegant, residential square, located just outside the historic center is surrounded by grand, Umbertine-style palaces from the late 19th century, giving it an airy, bourgeois atmosphere.

Admission included10 min

San Domenico di Fiesole is an elegant hillside hamlet, notable for the 15th-century Convent of Beato Angelico, which also serves as a natural elevated terrace offering stunning panoramic views directly over the city of Florence.

Admission included10 min

Cathedral of San Romolo: A majestic Romanesque cathedral in the heart of the main square.

30 min

The Panorama : Ideal for Couples, history lovers, photographers and nature lovers.

Admission included7 min

Piazza Mino It is the vital and historic center of Fiesole, built upon the ancient Roman Forum (Faesulae). The irregularly shaped square is dominated by the Duomo (St. Romulus Cathedral) and the Palazzo Pretorio (Town Hall), representing the civic and religious heart of the city. From here, you can choose whether to visit the Archaeological Area or the Convent of San Francesco.

Admission not included10 min

One of Italy's most evocative archaeological sites, it features the well-preserved remains of a Roman Theater (still used in summer), Roman Baths, and an Etruscan-Roman Temple, showcasing the historical layering of Faesulae from Etruscan to Roman and Lombard times.

Admission not included5 min

The Stadio Artemio Franchi is the historic home of the ACF Fiorentina soccer team, and a masterpiece of Italian Rationalist architecture. Designed by the engineer Pier Luigi Nervi and inaugurated in 1931, it is famous for its imposing reinforced concrete structures, particularly the iconic Maratona Tower and the cantilever roofs.

Pass by

The Arch of Triumph in Liberty Square was built in 1737 to celebrate the arrival of the Habsburg-Lorraine dynasty in Florence, succeeding the Medici. It is a monumental 18th-century symbol adorned with celebratory reliefs.

Highlights

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What's included

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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