A few kilometers from our campsite, immersed in the greenery of the Florentine hills, there is one of the most fascinating places in Tuscany: the Medici Park of Pratolino, a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with the other Medici villas and gardens in the region.

With its over 150 hectares of extension, of which 50 can be visited, the Park is a masterpiece of landscape art and hydraulic engineering. A place where history, nature and creativity have intertwined for centuries, giving visitors a unique experience.

⭐A Journey into the Renaissance

The Park was commissioned in 1568 by Francesco I de' Medici, who transformed it into a true wonder of his time: artificial grottos, scenic fountains, colossal statues, water games and small theaters moved by ingenious hydraulic devices. The famous Colossus of the Apennines, a work by Giambologna, still dominates the landscape as a symbol of the park.

During the Renaissance, Pratolino was considered a European model of garden art: so much so that its technical solutions were imitated in the parks of Salzburg, Heidelberg and Saint Germain en Laye.

⭐Nature and relaxation among avenues, lakes and panoramas

Today the Park preserves its magic intact. Winding avenues, wide meadows, groves and lakes invite you to take regenerating walks, ideal for the whole family. The theme of water is still the protagonist: it is found in the fountains, in the water games, in the caves and in the suggestive views that make every visit unforgettable.

⭐Useful information for your visit

Opening 2025:
🗓 From April 1st to November 2nd, open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays with free admission (no reservations).

🕒 Opening hours:

• April and May: 10.00 – 20.00

• June and July: 10.00 – 21.00

• August and September: 10.00 – 20.00

• October and November: 10.00 – 18.00

Monday to Thursday: open by reservation (9.00 – 14.00).
📧 Reservations: Parcomediceodipratolino@cittametropolitana.fi.it

Free entry

📍 Where is it:
Via Fiorentina 276, Pratolino – Vaglia (FI)

Accessibility and animals:

The park has uneven ground and dirt paths, not always suitable for people with reduced mobility. Access facilities for disabled people are available, upon authorization.

🐾 Pets are allowed, as long as they are kept on a leash.

⭐Events not to be missed

Throughout the year, the Park hosts cultural events, concerts, environmental-themed meetings and shows immersed in the greenery. Among the most anticipated, the MusArt Festival with artists such as Loredana Bertè, Diodato, Giovanni Allevi, Roberto Vecchioni and many others.

📌 Tip: The Parco Mediceo di Pratolino is perfect for a day trip starting from the campsite. Bring comfortable shoes, a camera and let yourself be surprised by the beauty of a timeless place.