Tuscany: Italy for Everyone
In the book-turned-movie Under the Tuscan Sun, Frances Mayes, an American divorcee in her mid-30s goes on a trip to Italy to on the advice of a friend who claims that 10 days in Italy will cure her depression. She ends up falling so much in love with the area that she purchases a ‘fixer-upper’ and stays in Italy permanently. In the spirit of happy endings, she gets it all: a home, a family, love, and her happily ever after.
Given the chance, who wouldn’t want to live the rest of their lives in this gorgeous and culturally rich region of Italy? Fortunately, most travellers don’t need to go to the lengths Frances did to enjoy beauty and charm of Tuscany. Villa rental is a great way to enjoy the exquisite landscape and attractions of the region with your family without the trouble and expense.
Tuscany is one of the top holiday destinations in Europe for good reason: the region offers something for everyone to enjoy. Considered the birthplace of the Renaissance, the area offers multitudes of opportunities to experience its culture, whether in the form of art, wine, food, architecture, or merely the warmth of its locals. It is crammed with attractions, ensuring that there’s always something worth visiting within walking, biking, or driving distance from your Tuscany villa rental. Listed below are some suggestions of activities and attractions that are well worth leaving your Tuscany villa rental for!
Bask in art and culture in Florence
Florence, the capital of the region, is considered one of the art capitals in the world. It is probably the number one destination in Italy, due to its museums, palaces and churches, which contain more art than any city in Europe. The Uffizi gallery alone contains more than 1800 pieces of art, and the Accademia d’Arte gallery is home to Michaelangelo’s iconic ‘David’. Many institutions give day courses both in art and art history—a perfect way to introduce the kids to art.
Experience Roman history in Lucca
Lucca, a city dating back to 180 BC, is full of incredible churches, medieval buildings, and, of course, the amazing Roman amphitheatre, which is nearly two millennia old. Take a walk among the piazzas to get a real taste of medieval Italian culture and history. Lucca is also famous for its cuisine, so be sure to check out their specialty – the tortelli Lucchese.
Enjoy the archipelago on a mini-cruise
Leave your Tuscany villa rental for a day to head out on a mini-cruise designed to show you the spectacular archipelago, which is a paradise for divers and sea lovers. Set off from Castiglione della Pescaia and Porto Santo Stefano to the main islands of the archipelago, including the Isles of Giglio, Giannutri, Elba, Capraia, Montecristo, and Pianosa. To top off the experience, you can enjoy scrumptious fresh seafood cuisine and a dip in the inviting Mediterranean waters.
Indulge your tastebuds in Chianti
While Chianti is perhaps best known for its wineries, vineyards, and excellent wine, the food in Chianti is equally worthy of fame. For example, the best ice cream in the world is reportedly made in Castellina in Chianti. The Antica Delizia Ice Cream Parlour in Castellina encourages people to explore the delights of ice cream by providing ice-cream making lessons and tastings – activities sure to enchant adults and children alike!
Giovanni Balboni works for To Tuscany, who specialise in finding the perfect Tuscany villa rental in Chianti as well as selected villas in Umbria and Puglia. To Tuscany is proud of their villas and their reputation. Each property is personally selected and visited by our representatives to ensure we offer only the best in the region.
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