The Upper Botanical Garden (Botanica Superiore): Opening Hours
The garden will be closed for maintenance work on 29 and 30 April and 2, 4, 5 and 6 May 2026
The Upper Botanical Garden (Botanica Superiore) in Boboli is regularly opened to the public every day.
9.00/13.00 – 14.00/16.00 (November, December, January, February)
9.00/13.00 – 14.00/17.00 (March)
9.00/13.00 – 14.00/18.00 (April, May, June, July, August, September, October)
Also known as Pineapple Garden, this enchanting place contains hundreds of different species of aquatic, tropical and subtropical plants in its hectare of extension. It represents the only example of a romantic garden in Boboli, and its restoration lasted many years concerning both the architectural and botanical aspects.
Inside the Botany Garden all national and regional rules apply to counteract the spread of coronavirus. In particular, it is recalled that people with body temperatures above 37.5 degrees are prohibited from entering; it is necessary to keep the interpersonal distance of at least 1.80 m; assemblies of all kinds are prohibited; groups cannot exceed 10 people, and in any case they must always respect the interpersonal distance of 1.80 m; tour guides and teachers must always use the whisper system (microphone and earphones), regardless of the number of members of their group.
From Wednesday 29 April to Wednesday 6 May 2026 inclusive, the Upper Botanical Garden will be closed to visitors due to maintenance work.
Work will be suspended on 1 and 3 May, so the garden will be open on those days.
