Things to Do and See in Tuscany

Tuscany is famous for her food and wine, her beautiful landscape and historic cities and towns, her culture, and more - but one thing that many might not realise is that this lovely region of Italy is also a hub for unique sporting traditions. So, if you love sport but you also love a curiosity, be sure to pay attention to this lesser-celebrated but fascinating part of Tuscany’s heritage during a stay in one of our incredible villas in Tuscany!

Want to attend one of these curious events for yourself and to enjoy the excitement and thrills of a good game alongside the fun of a more off-beat sport? Well, then check out our guide to some of Tuscany’s most unique and intriguing sporting events...

It can be hard to land on just one vacation destination in Tuscany when it has so much to offer and has a more varied landscape than many might imagine. From seaside breaks to cosmopolitan getaways to rural retreats, there are all sorts of holidays to be had... and some locations that allow you to enjoy a little bit of everything! So, if you’re trying to decide on where you should base yourself in Tuscany we have put together a handy guide to help you out so that you can find the ideal villa in Tuscany for your tastes and needs...

While hotels offer plenty of conveniences, we think there are lots of great reasons to book a villa in Tuscany instead!

When it comes to Tuscany, in particular, those who book a villa in Tuscany will be able to get more of a taste of the Tuscan lifestyle and will often get to enjoy living in romantic and typically Tuscan spaces for a little while – something you won't get in most hotels!

Of course, there are also some practical differences between a villa and a hotel stay. 

Set within a 119-hectare private estate among the rolling green hills of Tuscany, with cypress trees, olive groves, fields, vineyards, winding roads, and more all around, Castello di Cabbiavoli is a dream experience of historic luxury in Tuscany. Enjoy complete privacy and breath-taking panoramic views over the evocative surrounding countryside, a beautifully manicured garden with lovely areas to dine al fresco, a stunning private pool, and wonderfully restored interiors. Sleeping up to twelve guests in six bedrooms, with seven bathrooms, this unique gem is the perfect base for a truly unforgettable stay in a luxury villa in Tuscany.

Italy has a long history of being one of the major art centres of the world and this continues to be true to this day. In addition to exhibiting some of the most incredible masterpieces in museums, churches, and palaces around the country, hosting amazing temporary exhibitions of the works of some of the most remarkable contemporary artists around the globe, and continuing to educate new artists in academies and universities, Italy also famously plays host to major art showcases on a regular basis. Among these, the biennale in Venice and the biennale in Florence are two of the largest and most celebrated examples. Florence will next host a biennale in 2027 and, as of this week, more information about the 16th edition has been released. For art-lovers looking ahead to a stay at one of our gorgeous villas in Florence, it is a great reason to book for October next year...