At Dimora Ghirlandaio, each experience is designed to enrich the guests’ stay, offering meaningful ways to connect with Tuscany’s culture and landscape. Some activities take place within the Dimora itself, among spaces that preserve the legacy of the Ghirlandaio family; others lead beyond its walls, through carefully selected destinations. Whether your interest lies in art, nature, or exploring the surrounding territory, every experience becomes a personal and authentic journey.
Cooking Classes
An introduction to Florentine culinary tradition, where passion and heritage come together under the guidance of a private chef. Using seasonal ingredients and herbs gathered from Dimora Ghirlandaio’s vegetable garden, guests experience the preparation of dishes that reflect the soul of the region. From the first steps to final plating, each moment is part of an immersive journey – culminating in the shared tasting of the creations they’ve brought to life.
Tastings
The tastings curated by Dimora Ghirlandaio offer guests a journey through some of Tuscany’s most iconic flavors. Within the estate, guests can discover Dimora Ghirlandaio organic extra virgin olive oil, a liquid golden that celebrates the rhythm of the seasons and the land’s rich biodiversity. Wider tastings of wines, artisanal products, and local specialties take place at carefully selected producers across the region, where traditions and craftsmanship come to life in every bite and sip.
Yoga & Pilates
Set within the landscaped gardens of Dimora Ghirlandaio or beside the pool, yoga and Pilates become a moment dedicated to movement and self-awareness. Sessions take place outdoors, are led by a qualified instructor, and are tailored to individual needs and preferences.
The art of floral garlands
The art of weaving floral garlands draws inspiration from the Renaissance tradition to which the Ghirlandaio family owes its name. Within the villas’ living rooms or in the Winter Garden, a skilled floral artist guides guests in creating elegant flower crowns to wear, decorative garlands, or floral accessories for weddings and celebrations. Each composition takes shape gracefully, allowing colors, textures, and natural forms to suggest ever-changing combinations. This workshop is a celebration of handcrafting and beauty.
Painting Class
Within the intimate setting of Dimora Ghirlandaio, the painting class is a moment devoted to attentive observation and creativity, inspired by the artistic heritage that permeates the estate. With the guidance of a florentine artist, guests will explore various techniques and themes, allowing materials, color, and intuition to lead them toward a personal expression. Time will take on a natural rhythm, encouraging focus and creative freedom in an experience both engaging and rewarding.
Stargazing Experience
As night falls over Dimora Ghirlandaio, the pool garden becomes a suspended vantage point between earth and sky. Guided by a personal astronomy guide and equipped with state-of-the-art telescopes, guests can explore constellations, galaxies, and planets in an exclusive stargazing session. In the quiet of the Tuscan hills, the night sky gradually reveals its wonders – offering a rare moment of discovery, stillness, and awe.
A day for the Girls
The hours leading up to the wedding become a time to enjoy the company of friends. Within the privacy of their villa, the bride and her bridesmaids can take time to toast, relax, and share the final preparations before the ceremony. The experience includes a bottle of sparkling wine, a fruit platter, and a playful setting designed entirely for the occasion. Upon request, the gathering can be personalized with dedicated treatments such as manicures or pedicures, beauty rituals, and tailored culinary offerings. An opportunity to come together and create memories that will accompany the wedding day.
Historic boat tour under Florence’s bridges
Following the course of the Arno aboard a traditional historic boat offers a different perspective on Florence, shaped by the river that has flowed through the city for centuries. The route reveals bridges, palaces, and details often hidden from street level, while stories and anecdotes uncover the deep connection between the river and daily life in Florence. Enhanced by the charm of a tradition dating back to the Middle Ages, this tour offers a romantic and atmospheric way to discover a lesser-known side of the city.
Helicopter Tour
A helicopter tour offer guests a unique perspective on Tuscany’s varied landscapes. The itinerary may include Florence and its architecture, the rolling hills of Chianti, or extend toward the coastline and the Tuscan Archipelago, revealing the beauty of the islands from above. Lines and colors will form a panorama in constant transformation, creating an experience designed to appreciate Tuscany from a different and privileged vantage point.
Hot-Air Balloon Tour
Few experiences compare to the quiet thrill of lifting off in a hot-air balloon—especially when the journey begins in the heart of Dimora Ghirlandaio’s private park. At dawn, as the estate slowly awakens and mist rises from the surrounding hills, the balloon ascends gently above olive groves, vineyards, and Renaissance rooftops. Suspended between earth and sky, guests experience the Florentine countryside from a rare perspective – silent, timeless, and breathtakingly beautiful. A moment of pure wonder.
Florence treasure hunt
Discovering Florence becomes a game to enjoy together. Guided by a local expert, participants receive clues, maps, and directions leading them through squares, landmarks, and lesser-known corners of the city. Divided into teams, they follow a route that combines observation, curiosity, and collaboration, uncovering the story of Renaissance Florence from an unexpected perspective. Designed for both adults and children, it is an activity where discovery and shared enjoyment naturally come together.
In the Footsteps of the Ghirlandaio
An itinerary offering privileged access to the artistic legacy of the Ghirlandaio family. From Colleramole to Florence, guests will visit chapels, fresco cycles, and Renaissance spaces that recount the elegance and depth of Domenico and Ridolfo Ghirlandaio’s work. With insight from an art historian, the route will unfold as a journey into Florentine culture, where art, devotion, and daily life intertwine with effortless continuity. A refined experience that will lead back to the spirit that shaped the Dimora and its historic surroundings.
Children’s cooking class
In this workshop, the kitchen becomes a place of discovery where younger guests can roll up their sleeves and try recipes designed especially for their age. Guided step by step by our Chef in a warm, home-style setting, they will prepare simple and colorful dishes while learning through play. Between mixing, tasting, and creating, cooking becomes an opportunity to experiment, discover new flavors, and enjoy time together.
Children’s parties and tailor made workshops
The gardens, the pool and the villas become the setting for a day of games, workshops, and joyful moments spent together. Created in collaboration with Oly & Co., these bespoke kids’ parties turn our younger guests’ stay into a world of wonder. From whimsical Teepee Parties and sparkling Pool gatherings to open-air Movie Nights and fun, hands-on workshops, each experience is thoughtfully styled with elegant, themed décor, coordinated accessories and enchanting details.
Floral garlands workshop for kids
Inspired by the flowers and decorative traditions that once adorned Renaissance celebrations, this workshop invites younger guests to create floral crowns, garlands, and small keepsakes using natural materials. Surrounded by colors, scents, and seasonal blooms, children experiment with shapes and compositions, transforming simple elements into something uniquely their own. At the end of the workshop, each creation becomes a special memento to take home and remember their time at the Dimora.
Golf Club dell’Ugolino
Just minutes from Dimora Ghirlandaio, the historic Ugolino Golf Club offers an ideal setting for this timeless sport. Nestled among cypress trees, maritime pines, and broom, the course winds through the Florentine hills, providing a captivating experience where nature, sport, and quiet contemplation meet. Whether opting for a private lesson or a full round, guests enjoy a moment defined by balance, precision, and the beauty of the Tuscan landscape.
Bike Tours
Exploring the countryside just outside Florence by bicycle allows to experience the landscape surrounding Dimora Ghirlandaio at an unhurried pace. With the support of professional guides, guests may choose routes through Chianti (its villages, cultivated fields, and scenic roads) or itineraries that continue into Florence, revealing the city through unexpected viewpoints. Whether on an e-bike or a traditional bicycle, every route offers a pleasant way to appreciate the diversity of this unique landscape.
Horseback Riding
Riding through the Chianti countryside offers a gentle and immersive way to connect with the landscapes surrounding Dimora. Led by qualified instructors, guests will follow scenic routes past historic farmsteads, white country roads, and rural stretches dotted with ancient stone houses, discovering vistas that shift with the light throughout the day. Suitable even for beginners, this activity captures the charm of rural Tuscany. Paired with a tasting or a countryside lunch, it becomes a moment of harmony between nature, tradition and the art of slow living.