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Boboli
Just go to the entrance, a lot less expensive and no line
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Timed Entry Ticket to the Boboli Gardens
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min–3h
- Price from
- $29 / person
- Location
- Florence, Italy
- Rating
- 3.4 / 5 · 53 reviews
- Group
- 1–15 pax
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- City Florence Tours
Description
Boboli Garden is located behind Palazzo Pitti. With a timed entry ticket to the Boboli Gardens you will enter into the garden which is an integral part of the palace. Begun in 1549 by Tribolo for the Duchess Eleonora di Toledo, wife of Cosimo I de 'Medici, the garden had the function of adorning the exclusive palace in front, allowing it to fully grasp the spirit of court life, such work became exemplary for many other European courts. This vast green expanse is an oasis in the heart of Florence, representing a veritable open-air museum, populated by ancient and Renaissance statues, adorned with caves, above all that of Bernardo Buontalenti and large fountains, such as those of Neptune and Ocean. The successive dynasties of the Lorraine and the Savoys expanded its borders, which nowadays run along the ancient city walls up to Porta Romana. By purchasing this type of ticket, you will have the opportunity to additionally purchase the Pitti Palace ticket.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, and 2:30 PM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $29
- Child (ages 6–17)
- $10
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Giardino di Boboli
The Boboli Gardens are directly behind Pitti Palace. These gardens designed by Tribolo where built in the 16th century for Cosimo I de’ Medici to adorn the exclusive Pitti Palace. This vast green expanse is an oasis in the heart of Florence and a real outdoor museum, this gardens are adorned with status (including Michelangelo), a variety of plant life, ornate fountains such as the Fountain of the Ocean and the Fountain of Neptune, grottos including the one created by Buontalenti. By purchasing this type of ticket, you will have the opportunity to additionally purchase the ticket for the Pitti Palace.
What's included
Included
Agency commission for the purchase of a personal ticket
Admission Ticket of 13,00 euros
Audio guide (if the option that includes it is chosen)
Not included
Food
Pick-up transport
Guide
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.4
53 reviews
How it compares in Florence
- Starting price $29 is 75% below the typical $114 for tours of similar length in Florence
Excurgo comparison of 3,216 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Boboli Gardens. Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the attraction.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Timed Entry Ticket to the Boboli Gardens take?
Timed Entry Ticket to the Boboli Gardens lasts about 1h 30min–3h. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Timed Entry Ticket to the Boboli Gardens cost?
Prices start at $29 per person for this Florence experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Timed Entry Ticket to the Boboli Gardens run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, and 2:30 PM.
How much does Timed Entry Ticket to the Boboli Gardens cost for children?
Children aged 6–17 pay from $10, adults from $29. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Timed Entry Ticket to the Boboli Gardens for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Timed Entry Ticket to the Boboli Gardens worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.4 out of 5 across 53 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by City Florence Tours.
Reviews(53)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
C
Currently unnecessary due to construction everywhere.
No prior information to warn visitors that the gardens are under construction and no discounts on the price... Therefore, aside from the view of Florence, the visit to the gardens holds no interest. Tarps everywhere, fences significantly limiting access, and prohibited lawns (incomprehensible since they are not particularly maintained). In short, if you have nothing else to do, you can always walk in the paths...
S
the price of the visit is not justified!! to avoid
visit made at the beginning of April, the outdoor amphitheatre is under renovation. there were scaffolding and tarpaulins all around the amphitheatre. nothing can be seen. the fountain overlooking the castle is also under construction and empty. I grass uncut. No flowers or color. Closed Aquarium. only positive: the views
3
Could be better
We went in a time that was with a lot of maintenance, that is, many scaffolding damaging the photos, places a little dirty, but the place I liked because of the view in the highest part and the tranquility.
Q
A bad deal
You should buy your tickets through the offices website BEFORE you leave the US. This service charges twice the fee, requires that you meet a person in front of the gallery before your tour. It feels very sketchy. If you don't buy your tickets when I the US, you won't be able to create the account necessary to buy the tickets. The alternative is to waist in the ticket line the day of your tour. You can't buy tickets for other days in person. When you buy tickets in person, all parties must be present to buy tickets. They won't sell you tickets for others.
D
Don’t Pass Up Palazzo Pitti and Boboli Gardens.
Palazzo Pitti is amazing. It contains beautiful artwork and the ceilings are breathtaking. And Boboli Gardens Provide beautiful views of the city. There are many steps to climb in the palace, and surprisingly in the garden, too. But they are worth it.
R
Bobbling gardens
Getting to gardens was up very steep roads, but worth a visit. Got back by going through Pitti Palace.
V
Disappointed
I’m unhappy with Viator. I paid $81.83 for the tour for 2 people that I thought included a tour guide and skip the line. My tour was set for 1130 am and no one showed up. The man who worked at the line of pitti palace helped me by calling the agent. If he didn’t call the agent I would not have known there was NO tour guide ….so how was I supposed to enter with NO tickets?? The agent finally emailed them at 1145 am after the call. So I paid extra money for no guide and no audio…. And no skip the line. I could have bought those tickets there for only $50. Why would I use Viator???
A
Over-rated and over-priced.
Whilst we did not make the tour, we walked around the gardens. Uncertain under foot and not really suitable for anyone unstable or in a wheelchair. Some good views from the top but looked untended in many places ... signs for orchids with only weeds visible! Looked in parts as if gardeners had not tended areas for months apart from outside the palace. Not recommended at £22 each just for the gardens.
L
There was no line upon...
There was no line upon entry. Not sure if there is another entrance for folks without a ‘skip-the-line’ ticket. We enjoyed going at our pace.
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