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Things to see in San Pietro a Sieve in the Province of Florence

The Medici Castle in Trebbio: Located in the Trebbio hamlet, it is a villa-castle built by Michelozzo on commission of Cosimo il Vecchio de’ Medici over the ruins of a feudal tower. Visit the 17th century arbor and the Italian style gardens. (only guided group tours by appointment).

The Bosco ai Frati Convent: Built by the Ubaldini family before the year 1000, and purchased by Cosimo il Vecchio de’ Medici, who had it restored by Michelozzo. On the inside of the convent are the de' Medici Hall, a small sacred arts museum which contains a Crucifix attributed to Donatello and paintings from the 16th and 17th centuries.

The Medici Fortress in San Martino: A 16th century fortress desired by the Granduke Cosimo I de’ Medici, strong-hold of the Mugello valley. It was finished by Ferdinando I who entrusted the job to Bernardo Buontalenti. The surrounding walls are more than a mile in length and are 12 metres high. Cannons were located in the still existing wide bastions.

The Parish Church of San Pietro: It was built in the first part of the 11th century, and is one of the oldest churches in the Mugello. Inside, there is a baptismal basin by Luca della Robbia and a wooden crucifix attributed to Raffaello da Montelupo. The bell tower dates back to 1607 and was restored in the 20th century.

The Schifanoia Villa: It probably dates back to the 14th century and was property of the Medici family. It was restored between the 17th and 18th centuries.

The Adami Villa: Built in the 16th century. At the beginning of the 1800’s, it became property of the Adami family, decendants of the Medici. At present, it is the seat of the municipal library.
The Villa delle Mozzete: Built around the 14th century. For centuries, it belonged to the Rinuccini family. It has a large romantic park.
Archaeological Site: In the hamlet of I Monti, it dates back to the 7th and 6th centuries b.c.

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