Visiting Fiesole and not reaching the panorama of the Convent of San Francesco means missing out on the quintessential panoramic viewpoint of Fiesole. The splendid terrace adjacent to the convent of San Francesco offers a suggestive view of the city center amidst the extraordinary backdrop of the surrounding natural and built landscape.

In Via Beato Angelico, you’ll be surprised by the enchanting panoramic viewpoint offering a vast and direct view of Florence. Thanks to a parking area adjacent to the road, bordered by a low stone wall overlooking the valley, and furnished with two wooden benches, you can experience moments of romantic contemplation.

Another panoramic spot to stop at along Via Vecchia Fiesolana is The Queen’s Bench. It is also known as The English Bench, because of the substantial English-speaking community who visited Fiesole during the 19th century, including Queen Victoria of England.

For nature lovers, the Ontignano waterfall is a must-visit destination. Its extraordinary landscape setting allows you to spend moments contemplating nature, although not far from the city.

As you walk along Via Matteotti until you reach Via del Bargellino, you’ll be able to enjoy the extraordinary beauty of the Mugnone Valley.

If you leave behind Piazza Mino and the city center of Fiesole, right at the entrance of Via Vecchia Fiesolana, you’ll find another spot from where you can enjoy one of the most breathtaking views. Amidst walls and, in spring, blooming wisteria, you can admire the renowned dome of Brunelleschi.