Villa del Poggio Imperiale, Florence

Name: Villa del Poggio Imperiale
Address: Piazzale del Poggio Imperiale 1, Florence, 50125, Italy
Telephone: +39 055 226171

#327 among attractions in Florence

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Villa del Poggio Imperiale is a predominantly neoclassical former grand ducal villa in Arcetri, just to the south of Florence in Tuscany, central Italy. Beginning as a villa of the Baroncelli of Florence, it was seized by the Medici, became the home of a homicidal and unfaithful husband, and a lavish retreat for a Grand Duchess with imperial pretensions. Later given to Napoleon's sister, it was reclaimed by the hereditary rulers of Tuscany before being finally converted to a prestigious girls' school. During its long history, it has often been at the centre of Italy's turbulent history, and has been rebuilt and redesigned many times. ()

Local name: Villa Medicea del Poggio Imperiale Unesco: from 2013Area: 0.91 mi²Coordinates: 43°44'57"N, 11°14'52"E

Address

Piazzale del Poggio Imperiale 1Centro Storico (Poggio Imperiale)Florence 50125 Italy

Contact

+39 055 226171

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Day trips

Villa del Poggio Imperiale – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palazzo Pitti, San Miniato al Monte, Porcelain Museum, Boboli Gardens.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Villa del Poggio Imperiale?

Nearby attractions include Arcetri, Florence (6 min walk), Arcetri Observatory, Florence (9 min walk), Monument to Daniele Manin, Florence (13 min walk), Chiesa di San Gaggio, Florence (13 min walk).

How to get to Villa del Poggio Imperiale by public transport?

The nearest stations to Villa del Poggio Imperiale:

Bus

Imperiale San Felice • Lines: 38 A (3 min walk)
Imperiale San Leonardo • Lines: 38 (3 min walk)