Empoli is a town and comune located in the Metropolitan City of Florence within the Tuscany region of Italy. Situated approximately 30 km southwest of Florence, it lies south of the Arno River on a plain that has been utilized for agriculture since Roman times. The surrounding territory transitions into hilly terrain as it moves away from the river.
The town serves as an important transportation hub, positioned on the main railway line connecting Florence to Pisa and acting as the point of divergence for the line to Siena. Historically, Empoli has maintained an enduring tradition as an agricultural center, which is reflected in its namesake local variety of artichoke.