Fiesole : Florentine Hills, Roman Theater & PIAZZALE MICHELANGELO

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Porta San Gallo

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

   5 minutes•Admission free

2. 2

   Piazza Savonarola

   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.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free

3. 3

   San Domenico di Fiesole

   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.

   8 minutes•Admission free

4. 4

   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.

   10 minutes•Admission free

5. 5

   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.

   10 minutes•Admission not included

6. 6

   Located atop the hill, this is a humble and tranquil Franciscan complex housing a Missionary Museum and, most notably, offering one of the best and widest panoramic views over the entire city of Florence and the Arno valley.

   10 minutes•Admission free

7. 7

   The Stadio Artemio Franchi

   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.

   5 minutes•Admission free

8. 8

   The Arch of Triumph in Liberty Square

   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.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free

9. 9

   Piazzale Michelangelo

   Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence

   Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence is a square located in the Oltrarno hills. It is perhaps the most famous panoramic observation point in the city, depicted on countless postcards and among the most popular destinations for tourists visiting the city.

   15 minutes•Admission included•See on map

Meeting point

We will meet at Lietta Caffè, located under the arcades of Piazza della Libertà. This piazza is a main transportation hub, easily accessible, and situated right on the border of Florence's historic center.

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Cancellation and refunds

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.