The official tourism website of the Municipality and Metropolitan City of Florence
The official tourism website of the Municipality and Metropolitan City of Florence
The Observatory was entrusted in 1773 to the Padri Scolopi and deals with astronomical studies. Today it is managed by a foundation and is composed of exhibition rooms with important scientific instruments, two rich libraries and an historical archive.
Osservatorio Ximeniano
Organised groups and schools of all levels and orders can arrange visits to the Osservatorio Ximeniano by appointment.