Palazzo Portinari-Salviati, Renaissance palazzo in central Florence, Italy
Palazzo Portinari-Salviati is a Renaissance palazzo in central Florence featuring ornate rooms with frescoed ceilings and traditional Tuscan terracotta floors. The building now contains guest suites and includes a restaurant, wellness facilities, and a heated pool.
Folco Portinari built the first structures on this site in the 13th century, establishing a family residence that would span generations. The property was later acquired and significantly enlarged by Jacopo Salviati during the 16th century.
The building was for centuries the residence of prominent Florentine families who shaped the city's merchant class. Visitors can still see the rooms where these families lived and conducted their affairs.
The palazzo sits within walking distance of central Florence's main attractions, making it easy to reach on foot from other landmarks. Visitors should note that access may be limited to certain areas since the building operates as a private accommodation and dining establishment.
The Danish king Frederick IV stayed at the palazzo during his visit to Florence in the early 18th century. A century later the building briefly served as a government office before returning to private use.
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