Villa di Rusciano, Florence

#269 among attractions in Florence

Renaissance architecture

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Facts and practical information

Villa Rusciano is a historic villa in the neighbourhood of Florence, central Italy, which includes work by Brunelleschi. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: RenaissanceCoordinates: 43°45'36"N, 11°16'45"E

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Galluzzo - Gavinana (Gavinana)Florence Italy

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Villa di Rusciano – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Piazzale Michelangelo, San Miniato al Monte, Santa Croce, Giardino delle Rose.

0.7 miW
19th-century piazza with views over city
Piazzale Michelangelo, Florence
19 min walk • Piazzale Michelangelo is a panoramic square that offers a stunning vista of Florence, Italy. This open space, designed by architect Giuseppe Poggi in 1869, was part of major urban renewal plans for Florence when it became the capital of Italy.
0.7 miW
Striking medieval basilica on a hilltop
San Miniato al Monte, Florence
19 min walk • Perched atop one of the highest points in Florence, Italy, San Miniato al Monte stands as a serene guardian overlooking the bustling cityscape. This historic church is not only a spiritual sanctuary but also a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture, dating back to the...
1 miNW
Landmark Franciscan place of worship
Santa Croce, Florence
26 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Florence, Italy, the Basilica di Santa Croce is a monumental testament to the city's rich religious and artistic heritage. This grand church serves not only as a place of worship but also as a mausoleum for some of Italy's most illustrious...
0.8 miW
Park, Garden, View point
Giardino delle Rose, Florence
21 min walk • Giardino delle rose is a garden park in the Oltrarno district of Florence, in Tuscany, Italy. It is located below the Piazzale Michelangelo and offers a commanding view of the city.
0.9 miNW
Palace, Neoclassical architecture
Palazzo Vivarelli Colonna, Florence
24 min walk • The Palazzo Vivarelli Colonna is a palace located at via Ghibellina #30, corner with angolo via delle Conce, in central Florence in the region of Tuscany, Italy.
1 miNW
Ornate, art-filled Renaissance chapel
Pazzi Chapel, Florence
26 min walk • The Pazzi Chapel is a chapel located in the "first cloister" on the southern flank of the Basilica di Santa Croce in Florence, Italy. Commonly credited to Filippo Brunelleschi, it is considered to be one of the masterpieces of Renaissance architecture.
0.8 miNW
Forts and castles, Observation decks and towers, Historical place
Torre San Niccolò, Florence
20 min walk • The Tower of San Niccolò, once part of a gate or porta in the former defensive walls of Florence, is now located, isolated in piazza Giuseppe Poggi, in the district of Oltrarno, Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy. The portal was first erected in 1324.
0.7 miW
Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Giardino dell'Iris, Florence
17 min walk • Giardino dell'Iris is a botanical garden specializing in the cultivation of iris flowers, symbol of Florence since 1251. It is located on the corner of Viale dei Colli and Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence, Italy, and open daily without charge from May 2–20 every year.
0.7 miNW
Tower
Torre della Zecca, Florence
18 min walk • The Torre della Zecca is a tower in the city walls of Florence, closing the city off from the river Arno to the east and thus known as a "torre terminale".
1 miW
Palace
Palazzo Serristori, Florence
25 min walk • Palazzo Serristori is a Renaissance style palace located between Piazza Demidoff and the Lungarno Serristori in Oltrarno, in the neighborhood of San Niccolò of Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy.
0.7 miW
Cemetery, Historic walking areas, Sacred and religious sites
Cimitero delle Porte Sante, Florence
19 min walk • Cimitero delle Porte Sante is a monumental cemetery in Florence located within the fortified bastion of the Basilica of San Miniato al Monte.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Villa di Rusciano?

Nearby attractions include Fondazione Roberto Longhi, Florence (3 min walk), Santa Maria e Santa Brigida al Paradiso, Florence (17 min walk), Giardino dell'Iris, Florence (17 min walk), Torre della Zecca, Florence (18 min walk).

How to get to Villa di Rusciano by public transport?

The nearest stations to Villa di Rusciano:

Bus

Fortini 02 • Lines: 41, 41 A (3 min walk)
Ripoli • Lines: 23 A, 23 B, 41, 41 A, 41 L, 41 Z, 8 (5 min walk)