Florence, IT Yachts for Sale

Yachts for sale near Florence: the Tuscan coast

Florence sits at the heart of one of the world's most important yachting regions. Within 90 minutes of the city lies a stretch of Tyrrhenian coastline that is home to more superyacht-building capacity than almost anywhere else on earth: a concentration of yards, brokers, refit facilities, and specialist craftspeople that has made Tuscany synonymous with Italian yacht-building excellence for over a century.

The principal yacht markets serving Florence buyers are:

Viareggio is the world's most significant superyacht-building city relative to its size. The Darsena, a dense cluster of shipyards along a half-mile stretch of Via Coppino, is home to Benetti, Azimut, Sanlorenzo, Codecasa, Rossinavi, and Mangusta, among others. Of all superyachts built globally since 2016, approximately 44% were made in Italy: the majority in and around Viareggio. The city's marina hosts brokerage vessels year-round alongside vessels under construction, making it a natural starting point for any buyer approaching the market from Florence.

Livorno sits 90km west of Florence on the coast and hosts a significant brokerage and refit market alongside its commercial port. Lusben's refit facilities in Livorno accommodate vessels up to 65 metres, and the city's marina regularly holds brokerage inventory across motor and sailing categories. Benetti also operates a major production facility in Livorno: one of the largest enclosed yacht-building facilities in Italy by footprint.

Porto Santo Stefano anchors the southern end of the Tuscan coast at the Monte Argentario promontory, approximately two hours from Florence. It is one of the most picturesque yacht harbours in the Mediterranean, well-regarded for the quality of its brokerage inventory and its proximity to the island of Giglio, the Aeolian approaches, and the Tuscan Archipelago. Porto Santo Stefano tends to attract higher-value brokerage listings than the northern Tuscan ports.

Together, these three markets give a Florence-based buyer access to one of the broadest and most prestigious selections of vessels available anywhere in the Mediterranean; from production motor yachts at €150,000 to custom superyacht commissions at €50,000,000+.

Why buy a yacht in Tuscany?

Tuscany's dominance in the yacht market is not accidental. The region's marble quarrying heritage, which produced the strong wooden ships needed to transport stone from Carrara and Pietrasanta across the Mediterranean, laid the foundations for a shipbuilding culture that evolved over centuries into the world's most concentrated centre of superyacht construction.

That heritage has practical implications for buyers today. A vessel purchased through a Tuscan-coast dealer or broker is typically within easy reach of the most accomplished refit and maintenance infrastructure in the Mediterranean. Lusben in Viareggio and Livorno, Cantiere Navale di Viareggio, and the broader network of specialist subcontractors across the region mean that a buyer who commissions or purchases a yacht in Tuscany has immediate access to the craftspeople, engineers, and systems specialists who understand the vessels they build.

The cruising grounds accessible from Viareggio, Livorno, and Porto Santo Stefano are among the finest in the Mediterranean. The Tuscan Archipelago — Elba, Giglio, Capraia, Montecristo, Pianosa, and Giannutri: lies immediately offshore. Corsica and Sardinia are within day-sail range. The Ligurian coast, Cinque Terre, and the approach to the Côte d'Azur lie to the north.

Yacht types available near Florence

The Tuscan coast carries inventory across every category of the market:

Motor yachts — from mid-range production cruisers in the 40–60-foot range to full custom superyachts directly from Viareggio's yards. Azimut, Benetti, and Sanlorenzo all maintain brokerage inventory in the region in addition to their new-build programmes.

Sailing yachts — the northern Tuscan coast has a strong sailing culture anchored by the Versilia and Viareggio Classic Regatta communities. Brokerage sailing inventory from 30 to 80 feet is regularly listed in Livorno and Viareggio marinas.

Superyachts — vessels over 24 metres for sale near Florence benefit from proximity to the world's most capable refit infrastructure. Porto Santo Stefano in particular is known for the quality of its superyacht brokerage inventory at the premium end of the market.

New builds and pre-owned from Italian yards — buyers who want to commission a new vessel have direct access to the full range of Italian yards from a Tuscan base. A commission placed with Benetti, Sanlorenzo, or Rossinavi in Viareggio can be monitored in person throughout the build process — a significant advantage for owners who want active involvement in the specification of their vessel.

Frequently asked questions

Are there yachts for sale in Florence itself? Florence is an inland city on the Arno — there is no marina or brokerage market within the city. However, the Tuscan coast begins approximately 80km to the west, and YachtWay's Florence listings reflect inventory from verified dealers in Viareggio, Livorno, Porto Santo Stefano, and other Tyrrhenian coast locations within comfortable driving distance of Florence.

How far is Viareggio from Florence? Viareggio is approximately 90km from Florence by road via the A11 autostrada — roughly one hour's drive. It is also accessible directly by train from Santa Maria Novella station in approximately 90 minutes.

What is the best time of year to buy a yacht in Tuscany? The autumn and winter months — October through March — are typically the most active period for brokerage transactions in the Mediterranean. Summer-season charters end, owners assess whether to retain or sell their vessels, and new inventory comes to market ahead of the spring relisting season. Prices are often more negotiable in this period, and survey and haul-out facilities have more availability than in the peak summer months.

Can I commission a new yacht from a Tuscan shipyard through YachtWay? YachtWay carries authorised dealer listings from Italian yards including Benetti, Azimut, and Sanlorenzo. New build enquiries for vessels from these yards can be initiated directly through each vessel's listing page.

Do I need to survey a yacht purchased in Italy? Yes. Any pre-owned vessel purchase should include a pre-purchase survey by an accredited marine surveyor regardless of where the vessel is located. For vessels flagged in Italy, registration and ownership documentation should be verified through the Registro Italiano Navale (RINA) or the relevant national registry. YachtWay's Knowledge Center guide to evaluating listings covers the full due diligence process in detail.

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