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It may come as no surprise to some that Florence is the most visited city in Tuscany. Not only is Florence the capital of the region and the most populous city in Tuscany (with 364,073 inhabitants in the city itself and 990,527 in the metropolitan area as of 2024), but it is also very much the culture capital.

The birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence is only overshadowed by Rome due to its incredible age and sheer size but in almost any other place, this would be the uncontested titan when it comes to art, culture, history, tourist attractions, and more. As it stands, Florence is still considered one of the great cities of the world and a must-see. 

For those who book one of our Tuscany Villas and who come to the region, it is an unmissable spot for at least a day-trip or two but if you want to dive in a little deeper – though any one trip will only allow you to scratch the surface of what it is on offer – then you could book one of our vacation rentals in Florence, instead. 

Dreaming of a magical destination wedding in Tuscany? Well, then why not really go for it and get married in a true fairytale castle? 

For those thinking about eloping with those they love most for an intimate wedding in the stunning surroundings of Tuscany, we have an ideal combination. For bigger events, too, we also have a selection of incredible wedding villas in Tuscany to choose from so be sure to browse those if that might be a better fit.

If you find yourself enjoying a stay in one of our villas in Florence and you are looking to bring back a little of this extraordinary city home with you as souvenirs to remind yourself of your trip or as gifts for friends and family, then you are probably considering what kinds of things you might purchase. Of course, there will be all sorts of touristy bits and bobs to buy all over the city but Florence, in particular offers some really special crafts, goods, and specialities that make for very chic souvenirs. Here is our countdown of the best things to bring back from the birthplace of the Renaissance...

Christmas is a magical time of the year and many people have all sorts of incredible traditions to enjoy at home but if you are thinking of doing something a little different then why not consider spending the Holiday Season in Tuscany? Leave the planning and preparations and chaos of the season behind and experience a relaxing Tuscan Christmas in one of our gorgeous vacation rentals in Tuscany. 

Dreaming of a perfect vacation in Tuscany – experiencing the food, the wine, the beyond famous galleries and works of art, the culture, the architectural wonders and world-famous attractions, the grand churches, the incredible people-watching and style inspiration, the pretty towns and great cities, the stunning landscapes – but unsure about where to base yourself? Well, fear not as we have an array of amazing vacation rentals in Tuscany that are all over the region and suit all kinds of tastes, needs, and budgets. So, in order to find the right one for you, just answer the following questions...