Things to Do and See in Tuscany

For those of you who are planning your trip to Tuscany, Italy, our blog is just the thing to help you figure it out! Full of things to see in Tuscany and unique things to do in Tuscany, whether you want to visit classic tourist attractions or try out more obscure activities and get off the beaten tourist path, you're in the right place to make sure your trip to Tuscany is the vacation of your dreams. This is our guide to Tuscany.

Whether you are going to be based in the tuscan countryside, amongst the rolling hills and picturesque villages and hilltop towns, and are looking for day trips, road trips, and outdoor activities, or if you are planning on staying in one of the towns and cities and want to see the likes of the Leaning Tower of Pisa or the Uffizi Gallery, we have articles with all of the information you might need about particular tourist attractions, as well as lists of things to see and do in different destinations.

We want you to have the most incredible holiday possible in Tuscany and to make memories that will last a lifetime. There are so many incredible things to do and special experiences in Tuscany. From wine tasting experiences and winery tours in the wine regions of Chianti and the stunning Val D'Orcia to exploring the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site of San Gimignano with its medieval towers. From seeing Michelangelo's David, works by Leonardo da Vinci and other great Renaissance paintings with your own eyes in Florence's multitude of museums to trying your hand at a cooking class or joining a food tour to learn more about tuscan food and wine. From discovering the diverse Tuscan Coast from the city of Livorno to the island of Elba to soaking in the thermal baths and hot springs for free in one of the many spa towns. Or maybe you're interested in even more unique experiences in Tuscany like attending a festival within the historic city walls in Lucca, seeing the tuscan countryside from above in a hot air balloon, going for a horseback ride along a beach and enjoying the tuscan sun and much more besides.

So, if you want to plan a great trip in Tuscany and are looking for things to do and visit in Tuscany, then read on to our travel guides...

Spend Time In The Piazza Della Repubblica On Holiday In Florence

Thursday, June 8, 2023 Colette Fitzpatrick

Those who book one of our luxury villas in Florence will likely have a long list of tourist attractions to visit and things to see and do while in this magical gem of a city in Tuscany. However, we also recommend just taking the time to walk around and soak it all up. Simply wandering about the city is a delight in its own right because as you explore Florence on foot, you will be able to appreciate and closely admire its grand architecture and artistic treasures from magnificent palaces turned into museums, to its stunning churches brimming with art, to its lush gardens once privately owned by nobles and now opened to the public, to its picturesque piazzas with fountains and statues by famous artists and historic restaurants and cafés. Florence really is a feast for the eyes! And one stunning piazza that really shouldn't be missed during a vacation in Tuscany is the Piazza della Repubblica.

These Are The DOP & IGP Foods To Sample On Vacation In Tuscany

Wednesday, June 7, 2023 Colette Fitzpatrick

As you delve into the culinary scene of the region on a vacation in Tuscany with one of our amazing Tuscany Villas, you may come across certain labels on speciality food products and wonder what they might mean.

Protected by European laws, these labels, such as DOP and IGP are applied to products that make use of the highest quality ingredients and production standards from all across the country of Italy, though Tuscany boasts quite a number of these sorts of wonderful items. So, read on to learn more and then prepare to immerse yourself in the world of authentic Italian flavours and culinary experiences on holiday in Tuscany.

Booking A Pet-Friendly Villa In Tuscany This Summer

Tuesday, June 6, 2023 Colette Fitzpatrick

Love your pet? Can’t bear to say goodbye or do you prefer enjoy a getaway with your furry pal?

Well, never fear, you don’t have to choose between your dream holiday in Tuscany or your pet ever again with our range of amazing pet-friendly villas in Tuscany!

Follow Us On Pinterest For Inspiring Tuscan Vacation Ideas!

Thursday, June 1, 2023 Colette Fitzpatrick

Are you dreaming of a perfect holiday? Have you always wanted to explore the enchanting landscapes of Tuscany? Do you love Italian culture and design?

Here at Tuscany Villas, we totally understand being obsessed with all things Tuscany and that's why we're happy to announce the launch of our brand new Pinterest page. This is the perfect place for you to go for all of your Tuscan vacation inspiration and is an ideal place for us to showcase the particular charms of our stunning villas.

From villas with incredible interiors, to vacation rentals boasting magnificent gardens, to holiday rentals with wonderful pools, our boards are brimming with images that present dream Tuscan getaways.

One Of The Must-See Wine Towns To Visit On Vacation In Chianti

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 Colette Fitzpatrick

Tuscany is world-renowned as a food and wine hot-spot with some of both the most delicious and beloved dishes and wines in the world coming from this region of Italy. The wine area of Chianti within Tuscany is synonymous with wine and those who find a vacation rental in Chianti, will have a vast array of wines, vineyards, wineries, wine bars, wine shops, and towns famous for their wines to explore and discover. Among all of these different towns that are important centres of wine, Montepulciano is one of the key stops and is known for its Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. If you have been browsing our Tuscany Villas and are thinking of a vacation in Tuscany involving lots of great wines, then it is a must-visit spot.