The stunning Renaissance walls encircling Lucca’s historic center are entirely walkable—a 4.2 km (2.6 miles) path surrounded ...

Staying in Volterra and the area nearby would make it a perfect base to explore in every direction: the coast, Chianti and Siena and more. Check out rentals by owners reviewed by our team and book ...

The historical center of Siena has been declared a part of the UNESCO World’s Heritage, so there is no reason to be surprised if when you find yourself wandering around its enchanting streets, to find ...

An optimal climate, fertile land and skilled hands make Tuscan extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) one of the most popular food product in and outside of Italy. I have some experience with the production of ...

San Gimignano is a small medieval village within the Province of Siena which offers a rich past and fascinating architecture. The village of San Gimignano is located about halfway between Florence and ...

The Santa Maria della Scala Museum complex is highly recommended for all ages and interests; the vast collection within covers a wide range of periods, functions and architectural intrigues. The ...

Of course the beaches are a big attraction at Monterosso, however there are many opportunities to see new and old monuments that testify to its long and rich history. Down by the beach, in the city ...

Siena is one of the most popular and visited places in Tuscany, a place extremely rich in history and art and with strong local traditions tied to its 17 districts (called “contrade”) and to the ...

Tuscany has a lot of hot water springs, known and used for curative purposes since Etruscan and Roman times. They remain hugely popular today, with the outdoor Saturnia hot springs being the most ...

Do you love horses? Then Tuscany Equestrian is the perfect place that mixes your love of horses with a vacation! As I mentioned before, the estate revolves around the stables and horses. If you ...

Tuscany is well-known for its wine, and if you want to do lots of tastings without worrying about driving, then hiring a car with your own driver is the way to go. I recently met Francesco, a local ...

Barga is the most important hilltop town in Garfagnana, the area set in northwestern Tuscany in the province of Lucca, famous for its marvelous and varied landscape that offers hundreds of outdoor ...