Medici Villa della Petraia in Florence is located just a few kilometers from Florence and is the typical suburban residence, a refuge for the grand dukes of the Medici family from the city’s hustle and bustle.
An ancient fortified building, of which the large tower still remains, was enlarged towards the end of the sixteenth century to create the current villa and the surrounding land was terraced to frame it within the beautiful terraced garden.
The villa’s courtyard, covered in the nineteenth century, is decorated with frescoes by Volterrano and Cosimo Daddi. The famous bronze sculpture by Giambologna depicting Venus-Florence, which completed the fountain of the same name originally placed in the garden of the Villa di Castello, is now housed inside to ensure its preservation.
Opening Hours Medici Villa della Petraia in Florence
Monday to Sunday
- 8:15 AM – 4:30 PM in January, February, November, December
- 8:15 AM – 5:30 PM in March (with daylight saving time 6:30 PM)
- 8:15 AM – 6:30 PM in April, May, September
- 8:15 AM – 7:30 PM in June, July, August
- 8:15 AM – 6:30 PM in October (with standard time 5:30 PM)
The Villa’s rooms are accessible with guided tours every hour starting from 8:30 AM.
For technical reasons the last tour is scheduled at 3:40 PM – 4:40 PM – 5:40 PM – 6:40 PM.
Closed: second and third Monday of the month, New Year’s Day, May 1st, Christmas
Reservations Medici Villa della Petraia in Florence
Reservations for visits are not required. However, especially for large groups, it is advisable to call in advance at 055 452691.
Information about Medici Villa della Petraia
Via della Petraia, 40 50141 Florence Tel. 055/452691
