Explore Tuscany

Please explore the highlights of this charming Italian region with us, including the best things to do and the top places to visit in Tuscany.

You'll also find the best tour and useful information to help plan your trip.

TUscany

Olive tree-lined winding roads, exquisite wines, and Renaissance cities brimming with history, these are what most people envision when they think of Tuscany, this beautiful region in Italy.


But there's so much more to discover. From picturesque medieval hill towns to unique thermal springs and breathtaking landscapes, Tuscany has it all.

10 best things to do in Tuscany

Visit Florence, the Renaissance City

Go wine tasting in Chianti

Wander the streets of Siena

Visit the small hill town of San Gimignano

Go off the beaten path to Volterra

Snap a photo with the Leaning Tower of Pisa

Travel back in time in Pitigliano

Take a dip in the thermal springs in Saturnia

Relax at Bagni San Filippo

Enjoy the Tuscan landscape in Val D’Orcia

Guide trips in Tuscany

If you decide to stay in one place during your Tuscany trip and take day trips from there, Florence is a great choice as many tours originate there.

If you only have a limited number of days, this Tuscany Day Trip is perfect to explore many of the best places in Tuscany in just one day.

The full-day tour starts in Florence and will take you to the charming town of Siena, the medieval village of San Gimignano (one of my favorite places in Tuscany), and the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa.

You can also include a homemade lunch and wine tasting at a Tuscan farmhouse.

For those looking to see more in less time, taking a tour is the best option. Visit GetYourGuide to find a wide selection of interesting tours in Tuscany.

Mistakes to avoid in Tuscany

• Skipping Small Towns: yess, Florence and Siena are beautiful, but don't overlook the old villages. Places like Arezzo, San Gimignano, and Lucca offer charming streets, history, and breathtaking views

• Visiting Wineries Without Reservations: Tuscany is famous for its vineyards and wine tastings. However, many wineries require reservations for tours and tastings

• Ignoring Siesta Hours: many shops, restaurants, and attractions in Tuscany close for siesta, usually between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m., particularly in smaller towns and rural areas

• Not Staying with Locals: the best way to discover authentic Tuscan living is by staying with locals. We recommend Borgo Sette Tigli in Montepulciano

• Not Participating in Olive Oil Tasting: Tuscany is renowned not only for its wine but also for its olive oil. Ensure you participate in at least one olive oil tasting

• Missing Cantina dei Ricci in Montepulciano: one of the oldest wineries in Tuscany. A tour of the winery and wine tasting are available for 25€

• Skipping Volterra: with a history dating back to Etruscan times, it is one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in Italy

• Skipping Saturnia and Rapolano Terme: Saturnia is free and is a beautiful, natural place. Consider staying with locals in the charming village of Rapolano Terme

• Not Visiting Pienza: known for its pecorino cheese and amazing panoramic views over Val d'Orcia

• Not Visiting Anghiari: a beautiful, medieval town with panoramic views

• Not Visiting Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence at Sunset: the views are incredibly stunning

• Not Dining at Osteria Acquacheta: the best restaurant in Montepulciano, offering authentic Tuscan cuisine

• Ignoring Local Cuisine: you must try dishes such as ribollita, Florentine steak, and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano