Tuscany, easily reachable by train or car from our guest house, is famous for art, culture, history and food and wine, attracting visitors from all over the world.
Its cities of art, its medieval villages, its castles and palaces, as well as its museums are unique tourist destinations.
On this page we present only the most famous and influential cities, which deserve a trip, even for a day.
VIAREGGIO AND VERSILIA, BETWEEN VIP BEACHES AND NIGHTLIFE
Viareggio, renowned for being a seaside resort destination, is also known for its Carnival, the Liberty and Decò style buildings, for the beauty of the Versilia coast.
The latter offers a wide range of nightclubs that make it suitable for youth and ‘party’ tourism.
PISA, ITS MONUMENTS AND P.ZZA DEI MIRACOLI
The Ancient Maritime Republic is known all over the world for its Leaning Tower which stands in the marvelous P.zza dei Miracoli, with the Cathedral and its Baptistery.
It is a historic center that has a timeless atmosphere. With its squares, palaces, and museums, it is an essential destination.
LUCCA, ITS SQUARES, CHURCHES AND WALLS
Lucca, a city of immense historical and monumental richness, is worth a visit: from the almost intact walls that surround it to the historic center.
Among the many attractions one should mention the medieval squares, the Clock Tower and the numerous churches, among which the most important one is the cathedral.
FLORENCE, RENAISSANCE PEARL
This city does not need an introduction: it is the city of Florence with its museums and monuments, especially the ones from the Renaissance period.
Piazza del Duomo with the cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore and the bell tower, the lungarno with the Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi Gallery and the Pitti Palace.
Its squares and Boboli Gardens, and the view of P.zzale Michelangelo are just some of the attractions of Florence.
AREZZO, ART CITY WITH ANCIENT HISTORY
Arezzo is located in what was ancient Etruria, then Tuscia.
Its historical phases are: the Etruscan, Roman, Medieval and Florentine periods.
A visit to the Town Hall, the ancient Medici Fortress and the Cathedral is a must.
SIENA, THE CITY OF THE PALIO/span>
Siena is one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Italy. At its heart is P.zza del Campo, one of the most beautiful squares in the world, where the famous Palio delle Contrade takes place.
One definitely needs to see the Palazzo Pubblico, with the Sala del Mappamondo, the Torre del Mangia, the Duomo and the Baptistery.
A visit to the Civic Museum and the National Art Gallery is essential as well.
