Places to Visit
Pala di Botticelli
Admire one of the iconic works of the Florentine Renaissance, an expression of the beauty and spirituality of the era, housed in a captivating historical setting.
Baccio da Montelupo
Discover the genius of Baccio da Montelupo, a Renaissance sculptor who left a profound mark on the Tuscan artistic tradition with his works full of expressive power.
Villa Medicea
A dive into history and enchanting landscapes: the villa tells the story of the connection between the Medici family and the Montelupo area.
Prioria San Lorenzo
A place of silence and spirituality, where sacred art intertwines with the history of the village and the local ceramic tradition.
Centi Square
The contemporary heart of the town, where public art, ceramics, and daily life meet in a vibrant space open to the community.
Marco Bagnoli Atelier
Enter the poetic universe of Marco Bagnoli: conceptual art and ceramics merge in a dialogue between thought, matter, and light.
The Tower and the Museum of the Tuscan Flask
A fascinating journey to discover the history of the Tuscan flask and its evolution, between agricultural tradition and design.
Opere site specific
Artworks created to engage with the territory: unique experiences that tell the story of ceramics through artistic installations.
The Boat
In the heart of Montelupo Fiorentino, right where the Pesa River meets the Arno, stands a unique fountain: a boat carved in stone and covered with colorful ceramics. A striking piece of urban art in the historic center.
Beppe Forti Astronomical Observatory
The San Vito Astronomical Observatory was born from the strong will of the Montelupo Amateur Astronomers Group (Gr.A.M) and the Municipal Administration.
Orto dei frati
In the 17th century, Grand Duke Cosimo III de’ Medici wanted a church and a convent of the Discalced Friars Minor (Reformed Franciscans) of San Pietro d’Alcàntara to be founded at the beautiful riverside Villa dell’Ambrogiana in Montelupo Fiorentino.
Ancient walls
Visible from the outside, Montelupo was a “walled village” of the Florentine countryside. Its walls were completed in 1348 and have remained intact to this day.