An ancient Etruscan city
A 25 minute drive from Florence, Fiesole is a unique little city with beautiful renaissance villas, avenues, gardens and a fascinating archeological park.
Places to see:
- the Romanesque Cathedral of San Romolo
- the 11th century Palazzo Vescovile
- the old church of Santa Maria Primerana, built over Etruscan foundations
- the Basilica of Sant’Alessandro
- the church, convent and the Franciscan Missionary Museum
- the Civic Archeological Museum documenting the history of the city and surrounding area
- the Museo Bandini, showcases the art collection acquired by the canon for whom the museum is named
- the Chapel of San Jacopo, with beautiful frescoes is home to a collection of paintings, crucifixes and liturgical items in precious metals
Fiesole is easy to reach by taxi, or you can ask our concierge to arrange for private transportation.
