Accademia del caffè espresso: Museum and Coffee Education Center in Florence

Nestled in the hills just outside Florence, Accademia del Caffè Espresso is a cultural center, industrial museum, and training hub entirely dedicated to the world of espresso coffee. It is located in the original La Marzocco factory—an iconic site of Tuscan industrial heritage—now fully restored to its former glory.

This historic building was once home to a group of visionary artisans who helped redefine the espresso machine, introducing innovations that continue to shape the industry today.

Today, Accademia is an open, multidisciplinary space where education, research, and communication come together to explore and advance coffee culture. It serves as a reference point for those interested in discovering the coffee value chain in all its complexity—from plant cultivation to cup, including roasting, sensory analysis, and technological innovation.

Accademia del Caffè Espresso is the ideal destination for anyone looking to explore Italian espresso culture and discover what makes coffee one of the world’s most fascinating beverages.

Mission

Preserving and promoting espresso coffee culture by increasing its appreciation and relevance on a global scale. 

Manifesto

Accademia…
is a place of passion, competence, and popularization of espresso coffee culture
inspires and enriches our knowledge of espresso coffee by interacting with every element of the production chain
believes in the value of diversity
focuses on sustainability as an indispensable value and daily action
promotes integration as the backbone of its culture
shares its system of values with La Marzocco
operates with a practical approach of exchanging dialogue and interactions to enrich personal relationships, and encourage the art of living well.