Log in to your account

Start exploring — it's free

Trusted by 61,650 travelers worldwide

Continue with Google

Continue with Apple

We will send you a code to connect

By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy

Terms and Conditions

Check your inbox

We've sent a pincode in your inbox. Please enter the code below.

Italy

Sesto Fiorentino

Administrative territorial entity Commune of Italy

Sesto Fiorentino, Administrative center in Tuscany, Italy

Description

Sesto Fiorentino is a town in Tuscany situated roughly ten kilometers northeast of Florence, spreading across gently rolling terrain. The area combines residential neighborhoods, workshop spaces, and open countryside that gradually transitions toward the city.

History

The area has deep roots in ancient times when Roman settlers marked it as a waypoint called Sextus ab urbe lapis along their routes. A major shift came in the 18th century when industrial production took hold and transformed its economy.

Culture

The porcelain workshop that opened here shaped the area's craft traditions for centuries and brought skilled artisans to live and work in the community. This heritage remains visible in how locals take pride in their manufacturing past.

Practical

The nearby Peretola airport provides convenient connections for arriving and departing travelers, situated just a short drive away. Well-maintained roads make it straightforward to reach Florence or explore the surrounding Tuscan countryside.

Did you know?

The area evolved into a pottery hub during the 1800s with numerous workshops scattered throughout, each contributing to the craft. This handcraft legacy remains visible in the town's character and layout.

Location

Metropolitan City of Florence

Capital city

Sesto Fiorentino

Elevation above the sea

55 m

Shares border with

Calenzano, Campi Bisenzio, Fiesole, Florence, Vaglia

Website

http://comune.sesto-fiorentino.fi.it

GPS coordinates

43.83333,11.20000

Latest update

December 17, 2025 08:04

AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Metropolitan City of Florence).

Photos

Add your photos