1. GALLERIA DELL’ACCADEMIA “The Accademia Gallery” Galleria dell’Accademia (The Accademia Gallery) it’s for sure one of the best attractions in Florence. Certainly, is one of the most important museums in Italy and is a real temple of the Renaissance period. The Gallery attracts visitors from all over the world thanks to its famous work of
As we often mention in our blog, Tuscany is a very versitile destination, ideal for many. Indeed, it is rich in history and art: people can discover its huge artistic treasures and learn about its glorious past, from its Renaissance heritage to the many medieval borgos. All of it combined with a bucolic countryside made
Florence – Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi and Palazzo Pitti in Florence Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi and Palazzo Pitti in Florence are just some pearl in the ocean of the things to see in Florence. Below just a short description about what you can expect in tyour visit in Florence The Galleria degli Uffizi “Uffizi Gallery” Part of
FLORENCE, PALAZZO DELLA SIGNORIA or PALAZZO VECCHIO Dated 13th century, Palazzo Vecchio or Palazzo del Signoria, is located in the center of Florence in the homonymous square, Piazza della Signoria. Initially, the Palace was hosted by the Priors and was built in the form of a fortress in order to be protected in case of
You surely heard about the beautiful Elba Island in the Tuscan Archipelago, but probably you do not know much about Piombino, the gateway to Elba. For this reason, we are going to tell you 7 Facts about Piombino on the Etruscan Coast of Tuscany. This is a town full of history and evocative landscapes. It
When you say Versilia, you say fun, beach and relaxation. This is a very appreciated destination for tourists during the summer season in Tuscany. However, as you will understand reading our article about the Versilia Coast in Tuscany, it is not only about sunbathing in places like Viareggio. There is much more to do. Versilia
The most popular image visitors have in their mind when thinking about Tuscany is connected to rolling hills and vineyards in the heart of the region and beautiful cities like Florence, Siena and Pisa, full of art and history. However, Tuscany is much more than this. In fact, the coastal area is also worth a
See all the 5 terre, five villages in Cinque Terre Riomaggiore, 5 terre villages Riomaggiore is the first village in the south of Cinque Terre and keeps its genuine characteristiques alive. Walking down the main street, it seems to feel embraced by the old tower houses of any different colors. On the way , the
The Village of Monterosso al Mare – 5 Terre Village Monterosso al Mare is the last and the largest fishermen village of 5 Terre National Park . Just approaching by ferry to the dock you can see how big is in compare with Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia and Vernazza. Cinque Terre are so spectacular for the
Tuscany is one of the most famous Italian regions abroad. Many movies chose it as their set and promoted the image of rolling hills, cypress trees, vineyards and medieval villages world-wide. In this article, we will tell you about the coastal area and specifically about Populonia and Baratti: the Etruscan side of Tuscany. This is
If you are planning to spend your holidays in Tuscany, we suggest you to visit the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago. In this article we will give you some interesting information about the seven islands, each of them boasting different geological, cultural and historical assets. The Seven Pearls in the Tuscan Archipelago There is
Many are the reasons why Tuscany attracts thousands of visitors every year. Among them, you find the many different landscapes at short distance from each other: the Val d’Orcia with its round hills, romantic cypress trees and medieval hamlets; the lunar looking Crete Senesi with its dry clay hills near Siena; the beautiful coastline and
Tuscany Day Trips and Wine Tours Our Region is world wide known for being rich in art and history. Especially historians often refer to Florence as the Cradle of Renaissance. Indeed the capital city was home of great artists like Donatello, Botticelli and Brunelleschi, to name just a few of them. But this is not
Best Day Hikes and Scenic Walks in Tuscany Tuscany is one-of-a-kind region. Indeed, our region has a lot to offer not only from an artistic and historical point of view. Another distinguishing feature of our Region is the inspirational landscape, what makes Tuscany a perfect place for outdoor activities. If you wish to discover the