FLORENCE AND SURROUNDINGS,
WHAT TO VISIT IN MUGELLO
Unspoilt nature, ancient villages, and art everywhere, it is not easy to choose what to visit during your stay in Mugello, but we are here to help! Here you can find a list of activities to do and sites that you can visit in and around Mugello. Contact us for more information.
Firenze
Places you can't miss in Florence are:
- The famous "Palazzo Vecchio".
- The "Uffizi Gallery", the largest art gallery in Italy and one of the most famous in the world, contains masterpieces of Italian paintings;
- The cathedral "Duomo" and the "Baptistery" - Giotto’s Bell Tower";
- The Medici Chapels where we keep the monumental sarcophagi of the Medici Grand Dukes of Tuscany;
- Pitti Palace, residence of the Medici and surrounded by the beautiful Boboli Gardens.
- The famous "Palazzo Vecchio".
- The "Uffizi Gallery", the largest art gallery in Italy and one of the most famous in the world, contains masterpieces of Italian paintings;
- The cathedral "Duomo" and the "Baptistery" - Giotto’s Bell Tower";
- The Medici Chapels where we keep the monumental sarcophagi of the Medici Grand Dukes of Tuscany;
- Pitti Palace, residence of the Medici and surrounded by the beautiful Boboli Gardens.
The Mall
The most exclusive outlet in Tuscany in a unique setting, where visitors can enjoy attractive sales on high fashion brands. The glorious Tuscan landscape, the best high-end fashion brands and bespoke luxury services combine to offer you a unique experience characterized by fashion and elegance surrounded by the natural beauty of Italy.
L'indirizzo è Via Europa 8 - 50066 Leccio Reggello - Firenze.
L'indirizzo è Via Europa 8 - 50066 Leccio Reggello - Firenze.
Barberino Designer Outlet Mugello
Barberino Outlet Mugello is the perfect place for shopping, there you can find brands of popular designers with a discount up to 70%, all year round, with more than 120 boutiques, bars, restaurants, children’s play area and free parking, immersed in the beautiful setting of Tuscany.
It is 24 km away- 30 min by car.
The address is Via Meucci - 50031 Barberino di Mugello Firenze. Tel: +39055 842161
Il Poggio Dei Medici Golf Club
Opened in 1992, with 18 holes, par
73, and a championship course of 6,468 meters in length, the Poggio dei Medici UNA Golf Club is one of the most prestigious in Italy. Designed by architect Alvise Rossi Fioravanti and player Baldovino Dassù according to USGA standards. The course offers 5 different starting tees for an exciting game for all levels.
The address is Via San Gavino, 27 - 50038 Scarperia e San Piero - Tel. 055 8435562
Monte Senario
For the last decade of the '500, Monte Senario has been the site of the hermit life of the Order of the Servants of Mary.
This place was consecrated by the presence of the first Fathers of the Order and since 1603 some hermits chose to live in Monte Senario in a more isolated way, for a more or less long period, in small houses or caves that tradition wants inhabited by the first Fathers of the Order or other saints.
Together with the restoration and expansion of the existing factories, the Eremites took care of the reforestation of the Sacred Mount with fir trees taken from Vallombrosa, Camaldoli, Falterona.
This place was consecrated by the presence of the first Fathers of the Order and since 1603 some hermits chose to live in Monte Senario in a more isolated way, for a more or less long period, in small houses or caves that tradition wants inhabited by the first Fathers of the Order or other saints.
Together with the restoration and expansion of the existing factories, the Eremites took care of the reforestation of the Sacred Mount with fir trees taken from Vallombrosa, Camaldoli, Falterona.
Florence Hills
The Forte Belvedere is one of the two fortresses of Florence, from which you can admire a breathtaking view of Florence, often art exhibitions are organized here.
Piazzale Michelangelo is a popular square with a magnificent panoramic view of Florence. It was built in 1869 to a design by the architect Giuseppe Poggi on a hill just south of the historic center.
Bellosguardo is a preferred place for Italians and foreign intellectuals, who have found hospitality in its prestigious villas, there is a beautiful landscape of Florence.
Piazzale Michelangelo is a popular square with a magnificent panoramic view of Florence. It was built in 1869 to a design by the architect Giuseppe Poggi on a hill just south of the historic center.
Bellosguardo is a preferred place for Italians and foreign intellectuals, who have found hospitality in its prestigious villas, there is a beautiful landscape of Florence.
Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello
Also known as the Mugello Circuit - it is an Italian automobile and motorcycle circuit. Here every year takes place the MotoGP World Championship. It is located in the heart of Mugello in the countryside and is owned by Ferrari. The track is 5245 meters long and winds for 14 curves. In some periods of the year you can try the circuit with your own car, but it is a must to see if you do not know what to visit in Mugello.
Vincigliata Adventure Park
This is an adventure park for children and teenagers and adults, the ideal place to reconnect with nature and do outdoor activities.
The Paths wind through the trees and from these you can try anything: bridges, jumps and nets; however there is also the strange possibility to relax on the wooden platforms located between each suspended path.
The address is Via Vincigliata, 21, 50014 Fiesole FI Tel. +39340285 1792
The Paths wind through the trees and from these you can try anything: bridges, jumps and nets; however there is also the strange possibility to relax on the wooden platforms located between each suspended path.
The address is Via Vincigliata, 21, 50014 Fiesole FI Tel. +39340285 1792
