La Fortezza da Basso

A unique location in the world—a Medicean fortress in the heart of Florence where masterpieces of Renaissance architecture coexist with cutting-edge technology.

A complex of centuries-old and contemporary buildings, diverse in size and character, where trade fairs and events are organized with meticulous attention to detail.

From a military fortress to an exhibition and congress center.

The Fortezza da Basso is part of the Florence exhibition and congress center area.

5-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella (S.M.N.) Railway Station

14-minute walk from Piazza Duomo

Discover the history of the Fortress