For History, Art and Culture, Check Out the Thriving Tuscan Town of Pienza
Tuscany is scattered in beguiling towns and villages surrounded by the most idyllic of natural landscapes, where time seems to stand still.
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Things to do in Tuscany
What You Can Expect to Find on Tuscany’s Picturesque Chianti Trails
Bordered by Florence in the north and Siena in the south, Chianti is a region of Tuscany of exceptional beauty. The region combines a paradisiacal landscape of green forests, ancient olive groves, and picturesque villages, interspersed with a network of trails that snake their way through this idyllic setting.
Why the Imposing, Fortified, Etruscan Town of Volterra in Tuscany Should be on Every Culture-vulture’s ‘to go’ List
Tuscany is doused in inspiring and captivating cities, towns and villages, where visitors can be acquainted with the region’s unique history, traditions, architecture and customs. The walled town of Volterra to the south-west of Florence in the province of Pisa, is one of the most enchanting of Tuscany’s ancient towns and is perfect for those
Three beguiling walks in Tuscany
With its rolling, verdant hillsides, dramatic gorges and rushing rivers, Tuscany is, quite simply, a walker’s paradise. Walking provides the perfect opportunity to become properly acquainted with the unrivalled, captivating beauty of Tuscany.
Exploring Tuscany’s beautiful town of Pienza
Tuscany is packed with incredible experiences that are unique to this verdant and beautiful central Italian region. With interesting medieval towns poised high on exhilarating hilltops and plunged low in lush valleys, visitors are spoilt for choice about where to head to for a truly memorable and unique Tuscan experience.
Visiting Elba: A stunning island in the Tuscan Archipelago
Seven islands make up the Tuscan archipelago – Elba, Giglio, Giannutri, Capraia, Pianosa, Montecristo and Gorgona. At 224km2, Elba is the biggest of the islands and third biggest in Italy after Sardinia and Sicily. Elba is also the most popular island of the Tuscan Archipelago, attracting tourists all year round.
Why the rolling Tuscan hills are exceptionally pretty in the springtime
Tuscany and the spring go together like a horse a carriage, like cheese and wine, like sea and sand. Why? Because during the warm and sunny months of spring, Tuscany’s verdant rolling landscape becomes even greener, its emerald hillsides sprinkled in floral splendour, its majestic vineyards blossoming tirelessly, and its new-born birds singing in symphony
Top winter activities in Tuscany
Winter in Tuscany might be on the chilly side but it’s as beautiful, captivating and exhilarating as ever. In fact, without the crowds and what can be stifling heat, winter can be one of the best seasons to visit this truly fascinating region.
The many delights of Pistoia – Italy’s Capital of Culture 2017
Pistoia is nestled in the fertile valley of the Amrone River, approximately 18 miles to the north west of Florence, in Italy’s scenically diverse region of Tuscany. This ancient city was occupied in Ligurian, Etruscan and Roman times.
The unique beauty of the Tuscan town of Cortona
If you yearn to discover quintessential Tuscany then head to the small and charming town of Cortona in the Chiana Valley – Valdichiana – area in southern Tuscany, some 70 miles to the south east of Florence.
The National Museum of Bargello: One Florence art gallery you simply have to visit
There are many beguiling sites of interest to visit in Florence. The shopping is great, as are the restaurants. Though one thing that must dominant anyone’s itinerary in Florence, is a visit to at least one of the art galleries or museums the city is home to.
Why the city of Lucca should be part of your Tuscan holiday itinerary
The walled city of Lucca is quite simply a must to visit if you’re staying within its vicinity in Tuscany. The first thing that stands out when you arrive at Lucca are its well-preserved Renaissance walls that surround the historic city.
Discover Tuscany’s hidden side: The unspoilt Garfagnana
Tuscany is a wonderful part of the world to visit, and no more so than the mountainous region to the north known as the Garfagnana. With rolling hills, the Serchio River where water rushes through the lush green valleys, wooded areas and traditional old villages, many perched on high vantage points, this part of Tuscany
Exploring Tuscany’s Sansepolcro
Sansepolcro is a hidden gem that nestles close to La Mancha and Umbria on Tuscany’s border. This traditional, medieval town, boasts honey stone buildings, palaces and piazzas, and is extremely well-preserved, reminiscent of bygone ages. Sansepolcro nestles on flat land in the upper Tiber valley, which makes it easier to walk around, unlike many of
Why Tuscany is a photographer’s haven
Coming home with great fun photos of your holiday is all part and parcel of a good trip. However you may be more seriously interested in recording the wonderful areas you visit, and taking the best shots possible with your equipment. This is when choosing a good location is important. There are many wonderful places
Discovering Garfagnana: One of Tuscany’s ‘undiscovered’ beauty spots
The Garfagnana is a mountainous region in the north-western part of Tuscany. It comprises of a beautifully wild, broad valley covered in woods and dotted with picture perfect villages. Garfagnana has two natural parks: the Regional Park of the Apuan Alps and the National Park of the Tosco-Emiliano Apennines. This area of rolling hills and vineyards has
Exploring the Beautiful villages of Tuscany
Everywhere you go in Tuscany there are enchanting towns, villages, hills, castles and vineyards. In fact, one of the best things about Tuscany is getting lost on the small roads and discovering new hidden gems, and beautiful and historic places where we you feel a timeless atmosphere, different from everywhere else in the world. Here
Discovering the stunning Tuscan countryside
Tuscany is one of the most visited Italian regions, and for good reason. Tourists are infatuated with its history, culture, cities, small villages, hills covered with vineyards that give us some of the most famous wines in the world, as well as artistically rustic villas and farmhouses set amongst wonderful countryside and dramatic coastline.
Five exhilarating day trips in Tuscany
The diverse and scenic lands of Tuscany are brimming with fabulous things to do for all ages and tastes. Vintage Travel explores five memorable day trips in Tuscany waiting to be experienced.
What makes Siena Cathedral so special?
Many Cathedrals look impressive from the outside, but fail to impress or are too austere or ostentatious on the inside, but not the stunning cathedral of Siena. The ‘Duomo di Siena’ as it is known in Italian, has the form of a Latin cross, with a dome, transept and bell tower. The lantern on top
The wine tasting delights of Chianti, Tuscany
Don’t rush through Tuscany just to reach Florence, you will be missing something very special. The Chianti region has become synonymous with wine, but it also has other things to offer. The region and its main city of Siena is considered by many to be the real heart of old Tuscany, and as well as
What’s hidden behind Lucca’s Renaissance walls?
Behind the Leonardo de Vinci designed walls of the wonderful city of Lucca lies a wealth of architectural history and beauty. The gorgeous red tiled roofs are punctuated by towers and elegant churches dating back to the gothic era that are all worth exploring.
Why Tuscany is a skier’s paradise
Tuscany is renowned as being one of Italy’s main tourist destinations during the summer, famous for hot days, olive groves and ancient hillside villages. But winter in Tuscany offers something very special. The mountains laden with crisp white snow attracts skiers and snowboarders from all over the world.
Five things to do in Tuscany at Christmas
Spending Christmas in Tuscany is special. It may be cold and crisp, but the cities sparkle with light and activity. There is a multitude of museums, galleries, street markets, churches, and of course good places to eat delicious food. If you’re thinking about spending Christmas in Tuscany, take a look at five things to do
