Cathedral, Gallery, Museum, Tourist town

Florence, the capital and largest city of Tuscany, is one of Europe's jewels. Here you will find the world's most famous galleries and museums, magnificent monuments and beautiful views of the Arno River winding through the centre. Florence is one of the main destinations for travellers heading to Tuscany and, in addition to the sights in the city, it can serve as an ideal starting point for travelling around the area. A detailed guide to…

Cathedral, Tourist town, Tower

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is undoubtedly one of the most famous monuments in the world, and it's the only reason to visit this city. Moreover, Pisa's ideal location at the crossroads of busy rail routes makes it a great base for daily trips to nearby towns, beaches and mountains. Detailed guide to Pisa

Tourist town, Cathedral, Castles

Lucca, a town beneath the majestic Apuan Alps, boasts one of the largest historic centres in Tuscany and also the largest concentration of monuments in a very small area. Lucca is thus ideal for day trips from Pisa or Florence, but it can also serve as a starting point and main accommodation destination. Soak up the atmosphere of a medieval town and enjoy the many narrow streets free of tourists and great restaurants. A detailed guide to…

Tourist town, Cathedral, Tower

Siena is one of the pearls of Italy and one of the most beautiful places in Tuscany. The historic centre, set in hilly terrain, captivates with its medieval townhouses, the spectacular Il Campo square and Siena Cathedral. Siena is one of the best-preserved cities of its time in all of Italy, thanks in part to the fact that it almost completely escaped bombing during World War II. A detailed guide to Siena

Mountain

The small but beautiful mountain range of the Apuan Alps is our secret tip to visit in Tuscany. The highest mountain, Monte Pisanino, is 1,946 metres high and although it is part of the Apennines, its appearance is uncannily reminiscent of the Alps. That's where the name comes from. [btn "Rural hotels in the Apuan Alps" https://www.booking.com/region/it/tuscany.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko-alpy] Mountain hiking with a minimum of…

Tourist town, Castles, Archaeological site, Cathedral

The historic town of Volterra is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Tuscany and impresses both with its rich history and its beautiful location on a steep hillside. The cheapest accommodation in Tuscany Car rental at Pisa airport Volterra will offer tourists well-preserved ancient monuments from Etruscan times as well as a magnificent fortified medieval centre. It is an ideal destination for day trips from Pisa, Florence or…

Alley

If you search the internet for information and photos from Tuscany, the first places you'll find are winding roads through idyllic rolling countryside planted with cypress trees. The others and the opening photo of this guide show such scenery. Top 10 best hotels in the countryside Car rental at Pisa airport Cypress trees and cypress alleys are a typical picture of the whole of Tuscany and you will come across them really everywhere. But…

Natural formation

The wine and farming region of Val d'Orcia is one of the most beautiful places in the whole of Italy, and also one of the most famous examples in art. The picturesque landscape of vineyards, cypress avenues and gently rolling hills was chosen by many artists, not only in the Renaissance, as a model for their paintings. Since 2004, Val d'Orcia has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its unique wine culture. [btn "The 10 best hotels in…

Tourist town

San Gimignano is one of Tuscany's somewhat neglected gems, lying in the shadow of the more famous cities of Siena, Pisa and Florence. In fact, however, San Gimignano, with its remarkably uniform medieval buildings, is one of Italy's most interesting towns. Book Tuscany hotels in advance Car rental at Pisa airport From afar, San Gimignano already impresses with its panorama of 15 tall medieval towers, enhanced by the fact that the historic…

Village

Sorano is an ethereal medieval stone village built literally on the rocks in a remote part of southern Tuscany. Even with its not-so-good accessibility, there are relatively few tourists and, especially in the evening, Sorano takes you back a few centuries thanks to the extremely peaceful atmosphere of its narrow winding streets. [btn "Book a hotel in Tuscany" https://www.booking.com/region/it/tuscany.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko…

Tourist town, Archaeological site

The romantic-looking village of Pitigliano is located in the very south of Tuscany, in a forgotten area where the crowds of tourists do not go and where the peace of the old days still reigns. Pitigliano catches the eye at first glance with its impressive strategic location on a volcanic tuff, a small rocky peak that towers over the surrounding landscape. View the top rated hotels in Tuscany Car rental at Pisa airport This is also why the…

Sandy beach, Resort

Viareggio, within sight of the historic gems of Pisa and Lucca, is one of Tuscany's top beach destinations and most popular resorts. In addition to its long and very wide beaches, Viareggio offers a cosy centre with a canal full of great restaurants, pizzerias and many shops. Top beachfront hotels Car rental at Pisa airport Beaches and swimming Viareggio is the number one beach destination not only in Tuscany, but on the entire west…

Sandy beach, Tourist town

The town of Pietrasanta combines beautiful wide and endless beaches and a small, pretty historic centre in the foothills of the Apuan Alps. Together with the neighbouring resort of Viareggio, it is one of the most popular resorts in Tuscany thanks to its excellent accessibility from the main Tuscan airport. Pisa PSA. Top hotels by the beach Car rental at Pisa airport Beaches and swimming The entire strip of beaches around Pietrasanto is…

Hot Spring

The small spa town of Saturnia lies in the very south of Tuscany, about 60 km south of Grosseto, and the outdoor baths of Cascata di Mulino are particularly popular. The town of Saturnia itself is truly miniature, with one small shop, a few hotels and restaurants and above all peace and rural tranquillity. Saturnia lies in an idyllic gently rolling landscape of vineyards, olive groves and fields away from the drama and main tourist streams. …

Village, Fortification

Monteriggioni is a unique fortified medieval village and one of the most interesting places in Tuscany. The village lies about 20 km north of Siena on a small hill and is entirely located behind massive stone walls. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Tuscany" https://www.booking.com/region/it/tuscany.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko-monteriggioni] Siena Conservation The small village was founded in 1213 with one purpose: to defend the nearby…

Tourist town, Temple

Montepulicano is a beautiful town on the southern edge of Tuscany and away from the main tourist streams. The town lies about 70 km southwest of Siena and 28 km from Lake Trasimeno. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Tuscany" https://www.booking.com/region/it/tuscany.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko-montepulciano] A medieval pearl surrounded by vineyards Montepulciano is considered by many to be the most beautiful town in Tuscany. Its current…

Spa, Hot Spring

The Tuscan town of Montecatini Terme is one of Europe's most famous spa towns and has been listed by UNESCO as one of the Famous Spa Towns of Europe since 2021. Montecatini Terme is a household name in Italy, known to everyone from Milan to Palermo, and is one of the most popular places for day trips. The cheapest accommodation in Tuscany Car rental at Pisa airport Thermal springs A total of 11 thermal sulphur springs spring up from…

Castle

Massa is a somewhat neglected town on the road between Pisa and the popular Cinque Terre area. It lies in the foothills of the Apuan Alps and a stone's throw from the endless beaches of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The cheapest accommodation in Tuscany Car rental at Pisa airport Castle of Malaspina Massa is dominated like a crown by the majestic Castle of Malaspina, standing on a rocky promontory above the centre and against a backdrop of high…

Mine

Carrara is a picturesque foothill town in the foothills of the Apuan Alps, particularly famous for the extraction of high-quality white marble, which has served as the foundation stone for many monuments throughout Italy. The cheapest accommodation in Tuscany Car rental at Pisa airport Carrara Marble Mines Carrara marble (often transliterated into English as "Carrara") is a world-famous term, mainly due to its exceptional quality and the…

Tourist town

The medieval town of San Miniato is one of the most typical examples of historic Tuscan villages. Since time immemorial it has been situated on the strategic link between Pisa and Florence and Siena and Lucca, and important trade routes have therefore passed through San Miniato. Although small, San Miniato has therefore always been a very rich and important Tuscan town. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Tuscany" https://www.booking.com/region/it…

Natural formation

The Chianti region is a typical Tuscan landscape with gently rolling hills dotted with hundreds of vineyards, cypress avenues, small villages and beautiful Italian towns. The 10 best hotels in Tuscany Car rental at Pisa airport The Chianti region stretches between the cities of Florence and Siena, and beckons especially for aimless road-trips by car, wandering through vineyards and relaxed evenings in idyllically peaceful landscapes. The…

Archaeological site

Populonia is one of the most famous Etruscan archaeological sites in Italy and is the main monument on the so-called "Etruscan coast". The exceptionally well-preserved excavations of the Etruscan city are complemented by the monumental fortress of Populonia from more modern times. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Tuscany" https://www.booking.com/region/it/tuscany.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko-populonia] The present-day village of Populonia…

Historic Bridge

The Devil's Bridge is a popular destination for day trips from the nearby town of Lucca, but also from Pisa. The official name is Ponte della Maddalena, but more commonly referred to in tourist materials as Ponte del Diavolo. [btn "Book a hotel in Tuscany" https://www.booking.com/region/it/tuscany.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko-ponte-diavolo] It is one of the most accessible and also one of the best preserved medieval bridges in Tuscany…

Resort, Sandy beach

Marina di Grossetto is formally part of the town of Grossetto, but its historic centre is over 12 km inland. This resort is one of the most popular in the whole of Tuscany, as it is situated in a nice setting away from the big cities and has a beautiful sandy beach lined with mature forests. [btn "Book a hotel by the beach" https://www.booking.com/region/it/tuscany.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko-grossetto] Swimming and beach facilities…

Mountain, Monastery

The Monastery of La Verna, on the isolated Monte Penna (1,283 metres), is one of the most important Franciscan pilgrimage sites and a popular tourist destination. Discover this tranquil place with breathtaking views and hiking opportunities in the mountain landscape. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Tuscany" https://www.booking.com/region/it/tuscany.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko-verna] Visit a sanctuary La Verna is closely associated with…

Archaeological site

Roselle is one of the most important Etruscan archaeological sites in Tuscany and exceeds most other sites in size. The excavations of the important Etruscan town of Rusallae can be found in a rural area about 11 km northeast of the centre of Grosseto. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Tuscany" https://www.booking.com/region/it/tuscany.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko-roselle] The Etruscans built the town of Rusallae in around the 7th century…

Island, Sandy beach, Resort, Fortress

Monte Argentario is a large peninsula connected to the mainland by two very narrow natural isthmuses, plus a third artificial isthmus with a bridge from the town of Orbetello. The peninsula is an extremely popular summer holiday destination, although it is relatively far from the nearest towns and airports. [btn "Book a hotel by the beach" https://www.booking.com/region/it/tuscany.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko-argentario] Resorts and…

Archaeological site, Tourist town

The beautiful town of Fiesole is within sight of the much more famous Florence, but it would be a shame to miss this Tuscan gem. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Florence" https://www.booking.com/city/it/florence.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko-fiesole] Fiesole perfectly combines medieval and Renaissance monuments with ancient archaeological sites dating back to the Etruscan era, which right here are among the best preserved in Tuscany. …

Church, Ruins

This bleak yet beautiful place is located in a remote part of central Tuscany, about 20 km southwest of Siena. The Abbey of San Galgano was founded in the 13th century as a Cistercian monastery in a rural area in the valley of the River Merse. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Tuscany" https://www.booking.com/region/it/tuscany.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko-san-galgano] The austere Gothic structure was abandoned by the end of the 14th…

Tourist town, Aqueduct

The fourth largest city in Tuscany is located in the eastern part of the Italian province and is somewhat overshadowed by more famous tourist cities such as Florence or Siena. However, we definitely recommend visiting Arezzo during your wanderings in Tuscany. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Tuscany" https://www.booking.com/region/it/tuscany.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko-arezzo] Highlights include the very steeply sloping main square ,…

Statue

The Colossus of the Apennines is an extremely interesting and monumental sculpture located in the Pratolino Medicean Park about 16 km north of the centre of Florence. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Tuscany" https://www.booking.com/region/it/tuscany.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-toskansko-colosso] The naturalistic sculpture depicts a larger-than-life male figure that is meant to represent the Apennine Mountains forming the entire northern border of…