The Tuscan region is diverse and fascinating not only in summer. You’ll find lots of fun stuff to do at any time of year. During the harvest season, from September to October, try organic wine and olive oil at the local wineries and oil farms. In November, take a trip to San Miniato where the White Truffle Festival takes place. In winter, visit the best Tuscan ski resorts of Abetone ski area, Doganaccia 2000 and Monte Amiata. And finally, when spring comes, spend Easter in Florence and experience the big cart explosion at the Piazza del Duomo. Go on and see how best to spend your holiday in ...

With its abundance of art treasures and natural beauty, Tuscany is one of the most visited regions in Italy. The land has been inhabited by peoples of Apennine culture, Etruscans, and Romans. They were skilled metal workers and traders with great political and social achievements. The cities of Siena, Lucca and Florence flourished during the medieval period. Tuscany is also known for its powerful influence on high culture worldwide. Its capital, Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, is a living museum of art and architecture. The period saw the rise of prominent figures, such as Leo ...

From the ancient ruins of Pompeii to the stunning views from atop Monte Bianco, there are not many countries that can offer such a wide range of diverse and breathtaking landscapes. The Tuscan area is special in its own way. This region has a fascinating history and culture, as well as some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, with rolling hills covered with vineyards and olive groves dotted with ancient farmhouses and pretty stone villages. Tuscany is also home to countless charming beaches. Part of its allure is the wonderful variety of things to see and do.  ...

Tuscan art has been an integral part of Italian cultural heritage for centuries. A long line of Italian Renaissance artists has made the Tuscan region almost synonymous with Italian art. The artistic legacy left by some of the finest Italian Renaissance painters and sculptors, such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli and many others, continues to draw hordes of visitors to Florence, Siena, Arezzo, Lucca and other Tuscan cities. You have a chance to behold treasured art in numerous museums, enjoy Renaissance and medieval architecture and feel the essence of the hometowns of Italian ...

It's not a secret that Tuscany is a place of infinite beauty. The region of central Italy is known for some of the most-visited cities in the world, such as Florence, Pisa and Siena. Moreover, the area is rich with its countryside filled with historic villas and farms, as well as hilltop castles standing over the Tuscan landscape for centuries. This peculiar combination provides diverse ways to spend time with pleasure, for example, hiking, biking and visiting traditional events – Palio, Calcio Fiorentino, Festival of the lanterns, Viareggio carnival and more. It's so much to do that i ...

After spending a day exploring the vineyards of Chianti, indulging in fabulous local cuisine, and taking in the remarkably preserved beauty of medieval hill towns, Tuscany's appeal is sure to captivate. To help fellow travelers take an even deeper dive in Toscany's delight, we've put together several tips not to be missed. Travelers know best that personal tips always work the best. So read through the personally recommended Tuscan meals and desserts to try and countryside or garden gems to see before you die.