Archive for 'Museums & Galleries'

The answer as to where the best place to go if you love the work of Leonardo Da Vinci varies year to year and month to month depending on your own specific area of interest and current exhibitions. Those who are interested in the inventor can see his creations brought to life in a museum dedicated to this task in Florence, those who want to see his most famous paintings can head to the Louvre, those interested in the man can go to his hometown of Alighieri. Until April 1st 2024, meanwhile, those interested in his drawings should consider booking a villa in Livorno. Plan a spring getaway on the Tuscan Coast and learn more about the great Renaissance master while you are at it!

Dante Alghieri is, without a doubt, Italy’s best-known writer and a massive figure in the history of literature whose influence is still felt today. He is most famous for his epic, “Divine Comedy”, a trilogy and tale that brings readers through hell and purgatory before ending up in heaven. This work is one of the defining pieces of literature throughout history and is beloved by many around the world. For the most die-hard fans who are also looking to enjoy a getaway in Florence, a visit to the Museum of the House of Dante Alighieri is a must. Just book a luxury villa in Florence and come explore this extraordinary attraction and artist for yourself...

Tuscany is very famous for her endless incredible museums dotted in villages, towns, and cities all across the region. For art-lovers and those interested in learning more about fashion, history, science, and more alike, there will certainly be a museum to suit your tastes and interests. However, if you also happen to like a bargain or you’re looking for ways to make your budget go even further when you book your vacation with Tuscany Villas, then you might be interested in a ministerial decree that introduced an initiative allowing you to plan visits to museums in Tuscany for free each month.

Called Sunday at the Museum, this renewed initiative provides free admission to all state museums and archaeological areas as well as many cultural institutions and places on the first Sunday of each month starting once more from the 5th of November 2023. So, if you book your villa in Tuscany towards the beginning of the month, you’ll be able to avail of this amazing opportunity. 

Known as the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence is a famous art capital of not only Tuscany and Italy but also the world. It is a destination from which many of the most famous and globally-recognised artists in history have come or worked. As a result, it is a city that abounds in incredible museums and art-related attractions and is a key destination for serious art-lovers. If you have browsed our amazing array of luxury villas in Florence and are booking a perfect getaway full of art and making the most of your time in the city, you might have some questions that you would like answered before arrival. Here are some of the most common art-related questions when it comes to the city, as well as the answers to them:

If you are a proper art-lover who has been dreaming of diving into the endless museums and galleries of the birthplace of the Renaissance then you should browse our incredible selection of vacation rentals in Florence. Booking with Tuscany Villas is the first step in ensuring a dream holiday! The next step, meanwhile, for the ultimate art experience in Florence, is to get your hands on a Firenzecard.