Villa Alata is a spectacular cutting-edge villa set in a privileged position within Tuscany’s rolling hills. Nestling in the marble hillside, this villa offers commanding views o...
Villa Araldica is a beautiful 18th-century Italian mansion, set within 60 acres of romantic gardens. The authentic architecture complements the perfectly-restored interi...
Situated upon one of Tuscany’s rolling hills, Villa Augusta is a sight to behold. Commanding a majestic position above the countryside, this elegant historic villa has been caref...
Casa Campana is a stunning 19th century farmhouse that has been converted with great attention to detail. Casa Campana features four bedrooms and can accommodate 8 guests comfortab...
Casa Dido is a magnificent eight bedroom villa nestled in the hills that surround Forte dei Marmi and its coast and between the green of the olive trees and the scent of the sea. T...
Casa Elisa is a beautiful cottage with private pool located close by Lucca and the Versilia Coast (only 10 km away) famous for its sandy beaches and its many resorts, beach clubs a...
Casa Mia is a charming and elegant villa with private pool and located in a spectacular and tranquil setting yet just a few kilometres from the village of Montalcino. The owner ...
Casa Stella is a charming villa with a private swimming pool located close by the village of Montalcino, famous worldwide for its beauty and red wine production among which Brunell...
Casa Toria is a small 17th-century stone-built farmhouse with private swimming pool located in the Lucca hills. The house has been comfortably furnished. There is air-conditioni...
Gaia Estate is a magnificent 11 bedroom estate located within 13 hectares and offering panoramic views of the countryside and the Mediterranean Sea, up to the main Tuscan Islands E...
Villa Alata is a spectacular cutting-edge villa set in a privileged position within Tuscany’s rolling hills. Nestling in the marble hillside, this villa offers commanding views o...
Villa Araldica is a beautiful 18th-century Italian mansion, set within 60 acres of romantic gardens. The authentic architecture complements the perfectly-restored interi...
Situated upon one of Tuscany’s rolling hills, Villa Augusta is a sight to behold. Commanding a majestic position above the countryside, this elegant historic villa has been caref...
Casa Campana is a stunning 19th century farmhouse that has been converted with great attention to detail. Casa Campana features four bedrooms and can accommodate 8 guests comfortab...
Casa Dido is a magnificent eight bedroom villa nestled in the hills that surround Forte dei Marmi and its coast and between the green of the olive trees and the scent of the sea. T...
Casa Elisa is a beautiful cottage with private pool located close by Lucca and the Versilia Coast (only 10 km away) famous for its sandy beaches and its many resorts, beach clubs a...
Casa Mia is a charming and elegant villa with private pool and located in a spectacular and tranquil setting yet just a few kilometres from the village of Montalcino. The owner ...
Casa Stella is a charming villa with a private swimming pool located close by the village of Montalcino, famous worldwide for its beauty and red wine production among which Brunell...
Casa Toria is a small 17th-century stone-built farmhouse with private swimming pool located in the Lucca hills. The house has been comfortably furnished. There is air-conditioni...
Gaia Estate is a magnificent 11 bedroom estate located within 13 hectares and offering panoramic views of the countryside and the Mediterranean Sea, up to the main Tuscan Islands E...
There are many flights operating from London, Manchester and regional airports to the 2 main airports in Tuscany – Galileo Galilei International Airport in Pisa and Amerigo Vespucci Airport, also known as Peretola, in Florence.
Main town: | Florence |
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Flying time: | 2 hours 15 |
Language: | Italian |
Tuscany area size: | 22,985 square kilometres |
Currency: | Euros |
Voltage: | 230V |
Driving: | Drive on right side of the road |
Airports: | The main airports - Galileo Galilei International Airport in Pisa and Amerigo Vespucci Airport, also known as Peretola, in Florence |
Entry Requirements: | British citizens do not require a visa. You will require a valid passport with 6 months validity. |
Water: | Tap water is safe to drink |
Beaches: | There are many beaches to visit along the Tuscan coastline, including 19 blue flag winners |
Health & Safety: | No inoculations are needed. Italy is a safe destination and the locals are very friendly and accommodating. As with any destination be vigilant and don’t leave high worth items without supervision. |
The weather in Tuscany is often sunny, days are mild, but nights are cold, particularly in hill areas where the temperature goes below zero. In the mountains snow is common and attracts skiers.
The best times to visit Tuscany are between late September and October and between April and May. During these months, travellers will find comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds at the major sights. As expected, summer ushers in high temperatures and heavy crowds.
Tuscany is a picture-perfect region in central Italy. Its capital, Florence, is home to some of the world’s most recognisable Renaissance art and architecture, including Michelangelo’s “David” statue, Botticelli’s works in the Uffizi Gallery and the Duomo basilica.
Tuscany is diverse in nature and encompasses the rugged Apennine Mountains, the island of Elba’s beaches on the Tyrrhenian Sea and Chianti’s olive groves and vineyards. It is little wonder that tourists from all over the world flock to this region in Italy and come for many reasons – some come in search of the fine art, others to explore the countryside and gourmet and wine buffs flock to sample the wonderful wine and cuisine. As well as the countryside, Tuscany boasts many wonderful beaches.
There are many cities to explore including Florence. Florence’s museums, palaces, and churches house some of the greatest artistic treasures in the world. The most popular and important sites in Florence include the Cathedral, the Baptistery, the Uffizi, the Bargello, and the Accademia. The churches of Santa Maria Novella and Santa Croce are veritable art galleries, and the library of San Lorenzo is a magnificent exhibition of Michelangelo’s architectural genius.
Siena is probably Italy’s loveliest medieval city, and a trip worth making even if you are in Tuscany for just a few days. Siena’s heart is its central piazza known as Il Campo, known worldwide for the famous Palio run here, a horse race run around the piazza two times every summer.
Pisa has become a popular stop thanks the the famous Leaning Tower. In addition to the tower, the city offers many other interesting things to see worth at least an entire day. A lot of people also stop in Lucca – Most of the attractions show its ancient history: from the trace of the Roman amphiteatre that can be seen in the shape of the Piazza dell’Anfiteatro to the archeological remains under the 12th century church of Saints Giovanni and Reparata (the first city cathedral, located just around the corner from the present-day cathedral of San Martino), to the various towers and villas from the 12th to 16th centuries.
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