Important cities and areas in Tuscany

This Italian jewel has everything Tuscany is famous for wrapped up in its city walls: Roman ruins, medevial charm, museums, delicious restaurants, great shopping for gold, leather, clothing, ceramics and reasonable prices for everything! MAP OF OUR VILLAS  - AREZZO AREA

Siena may be the best-preserved medieval city in Italy, thanks to its conquest by Florence nearly 500 years ago. While the Florentines were busy launching the Renaissance, the Senese played the role of country cousins--and as a result, Siena (or at least the walled portion of the city) still looks much as it did in the Middle Ages. MAP OF OUR VILLAS - SIENA AREA

Probably best known for its incredible and lovely oval town square, Lucca has made it to the top of must see lists for Tuscany many times over. MAP OF OUR VILLAS - LUCCA AREA

Today Pistoia is a world center for the manufacturing of trains and other metal products. In fact in the 16th century the metalworkers of Pistoia created the pistola, thus giving the city its name's the story says.

Yet it is a definite surprise if all you think about are those delicious chocolate candies with the hazelnuts and love messages written inside. There is way much more to see in this hidden corner.

Cortona, the town that became famous with the movie and book “Under the Tuscan Sun”, is said to pre-date both Rome and Troy. Extensive traces of its Etruscan past emerge to document its role as one of the twelve cities of the Etruscan Confederation. MAP OF OUR VILLAS - CORTONA AREA

Firenze, the old Florentia: there are so many things to say about this amazing city that I don’t know from where to start! History, art, culture… beauty, fashion, cosmopolitanism… anything you can imagine, you will find at Florence. MAP OF OUR VILLAS - FLORENCE AREA

You certainly know Pisa for the famous Leaning Tower, that became a symbol of Italy worldwide. But probably you don’t know what else this charming city hides behind Piazza dei Miracoli (Miracle Square). Discover a little bit more about Pisa and enjoy it with different eyes! MAP OF OUR VILLAS - PISA AREA

In this gorgeous scenery of Tuscan nature and history, enjoy the best match between wine and cheese! MAP OF OUR VILLAS - SOUTHERN TUSCANY  

Chianti is a geographic area between Siena and Florence that includes the territory composed by the towns named “in Chianti”: Castellina in Chianti, Radda in Chianti, Greve in Chianti and Gaiole in Chianti. Chianti is the production area of the famous wine Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. (which means Controlled and Guaranteed Origin Denomination). MAP OF OUR VILLAS - CHIANTI AREA

An amazing masterpiece of nature revealed by its unique geography: Monte Argentario is enchanting for its stunning views, beaches and hidden bays, watchtowers, nature and history.   MAP OF OUR VILLAS - THE TUSCAN COAST

Known by its majestic towers that cut the hilly landscape, visible from long distances, this UNESCO mankind patrimony hides much of the Tuscan culture!

Volterra, well known territory for the presence of the alabaster – the only translucent stone existing in nature, historically used in windows and lampshades instead of glass, before it arrived from the Orient. Nowadays, it is possible to admire real masterpieces of alabaster, worked with the same old techniques forwarded for generations.

Home of Vino Nobile, one of the best wines in the world, Montepulciano offers a rich culture reflected on its splendid architecture, festivals and gastronomy !!   TUSCANY MAP

The area called Garfagnana covers the whole Serchio valley and the Tuscan side of the Tuscan - Emilian Apennine Mountains, from the Northern area of the Province of Lucca until the sea - Carrara, Forte dei Marmi, passing through the Apuan Alps to the west. A well preserved lush nature, hidden medieval hamlets and the real Tuscan lifestyle can be found in this stunning region.

but you can visit Rome in a day, using the Eurostar train leaving from Florence and Arezzo. This is a great way to not miss out on the classics of Italian culture while vacationing in the land of art and culture - Tuscany.  I have put together some helpful hints on visiting Rome in a day.

You don`t have to miss out on visiting the romantic city on water just because you choose to stay in Tuscany. The Italian train system has a speedy Gonzalez train that runs from Florence to Venice every morning and evening - you have the perfect amount of time to get your feet wet (so to speak) and enjoy the wonders of "Venezia".