Visiting Tuscany?

Tuscany is one of the most beautiful and fascinating regions in Italy. Setting for films, poems and books, Tuscany is known for its exceptional wines and for being the region where Florence is located, the symbol city of the Italian Renaissance. Full of tourist attractions, it offers routes for all tastes. Anyway, shall we visit Tuscany? Here at Italy’s Dream Tourism you make the trip of your dreams!!! ALSO: see our “Accommodation in Italy – Tips for your holidays!”

Our Introduction

Visiting Tuscany? Yes Yes Yes!!!!! Popular around the world for its art, history and natural landscapes, Tuscany is also one of the Italian regions that has contributed most to the formation of a unified Italian identity. From the Middle Ages, language, art, literature and political and economic institutions flourished in this region, which six centuries later became a fundamental part of Italy’s artistic and cultural heritage. The regional capital is Florence, which for some years was the capital of Italy and is considered a true crossroads of the Italian Renaissance. Find out here where to ski in Tuscany!

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1) Visiting Tuscany? CHARMING CITIES ARE IN THE REGION!

Cities like Florence, Siena and Pisa, along with smaller ones like Lucca, Cortona and Arezzo preserve some of Italy’s most important artistic treasures. While medieval towns such as San Gimignano, with its towers, or Pienza, a jewel of the Renaissance, place us in the heart of the history and typical landscape of Tuscany. All this surrounded by typical dishes and unique wines, perfected over the years, in a fertile territory.

The three main cities in Tuscany are Florence, Arezzo and Siena, let’s learn a little more about them! Read also: Ten Unique Experiences in Tuscany

Florence

The regional capital is Florence, which for a few years was the capital of Italy and is considered a true crossroads of the Italian Renaissance. A city that belonged to, inspired and enchanted great names, such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Dante Alighieri, who was born in the city and became the “father” of the Italian language.

The Duomo di Firenze, Ponte Vecchio, the spectacular sculpture of David, made by Michelangelo, and so many incredible works such as Palazzo Pitti, Galleria degli Ufizzi are the legacy of these incredible years that involved the Renaissance period and, we cannot forget to mention, the importance of the Medici Family, who with their enormous wealth and power transformed and built wonderful works in Florence, which fill our eyes with so much beauty. Read also: The best round trips in Florence!

Arezzo

Located about 62km from Florence, the city that often goes unnoticed due to the fame that falls on Pisa, Siena and Florence itself, leaves nothing to be desired in terms of historic buildings, excellent cuisine, art and a very pleasant climate. Also because it is less in the spotlight of tourism, Arezzo is a little calmer in terms of overcrowding, making a walk around the city really very pleasant.

What is there to visit in the city? Among the main tourist attractions we can mention the Duomo, Capella della Madonna del Conforto, Fortezza Medicea and the Palazzo Comunale. So, remember to include this city in your Tuscany itinerary. Read also: What to do in Arezzo in one day?

Siena

Rich in art, history and culture, Siena is another of the charming Tuscan cities. Surrounded to the north by Chianti and to the south by the Valle dell’Arbia, which leads to the beautiful city of Montalcino, we can already get a small idea of ​​how much beauty awaits you.

Olive trees and vineyards surround Siena, offering us beautiful landscapes. In the city, in addition to its alleys and cozy streets that invite us to take beautiful walks, you will also find works of art such as the “Maestà” by Duccio di Buoninsegna in the Museo dell’Opera del Duomo di Siena. And let’s not forget the good food and drink, Tuscan wines, pecorino cheese, salami and regional sweets will make you delight at mealtime. Read also: What to visit in one day in Siena?

 

Other Tourist Cities in Tuscany

Tuscany has so many beautiful cities that we could spend a lifetime just describing each one of them, as there is so much history, knowledge and curiosities that it would not fit into just one post. Therefore, if you are curious, read our posts that describe in greater detail other incredible cities in the region, which are:

• Arezzo;
• Bagno di Vignoni;
• Castellina in Chianti;
• Cortona;
• Florence;
• Fiesole;
• Gaiole;
• Greve in Chianti;
• Lucca;
• Montalcino;
• Montepulciano;
• Monteriggioni;
• Pienza;
• Pitigliano;
• Radda in Chianti;
• San Gimigniano;
• San Quirino d Orcia;
• Siena;
• Volterra.

2) Visiting Tuscany? ENJOY WORLD FAMOUS WINES!

How can we talk about Tuscany and not talk about wine, because the two subjects are closely linked to each other! The Chianti region is in Tuscany and, contrary to what many people think, is not a city, but rather a mountainous area located between the cities of Florence, Siena and Arezzo.

I would like to highlight the cities of Montalcino, Montepulciano and San Gimignano, which are known for producing the wines Brunello di Montalcino, Nobile di Montepulciano and Vernaccia di San Gimignano. It is no wonder that the region is affectionately known as the Land of Wines. Therefore, if you want to enjoy the whole, natural beauty, vineyards and spectacular wines, include Chianti in your itinerary. Read also: The five best wineries in Chianti!

3) Visiting Tuscany? VALUE OF ART, CULTURE AND HISTORY!

Tuscany’s main attractions include: its artistic and cultural heritage linked to the medieval and Renaissance periods, its numerous historical events, the wonderful aesthetic value of its historical landscape, the variety of its natural environment, its wine and food scene. In short, the tourist offer is characterized by its multiplicity of forms. This variety of options allows any tourist to find the most suitable segment. All of this makes this region one of the most visited areas in the world.

Many cities in Italy, in addition to being like open-air museums, make a point of valuing everything they can, their museums, their artists, be they painters, musicians or craftsmen, their cuisine, and Tuscany is extremely rich in all of these aspects. It is very easy to come across musicians playing their instruments in the middle of the street, or even to watch a painter with his canvas and paints painting a beautiful landscape!

In general, these are cities where the pleasure is to walk around, observing and appreciating every detail. Look up, look down, to the sides, because suddenly you find something that reminds you of an episode from a not so distant past, like signs of the Second World War, or even characteristics of long centuries, like the palaces of the region’s powerful families! Read also: 5 must-see museums in Florence!

Golden Tip!

Tuscany is beautiful from any angle you look at it, that’s a fact. But how about taking a different tour and seeing Florence, Siena or Chianti from above? Yes, that’s right, up there in the sky? Well, you should know that in Florence we have a fantastic partner who can help give an even more special touch to your trip to the Tuscany region: Upballooning! They offer flights in hot air balloons, beautiful, huge and colorful, and are ready to help you have a truly magical time in Tuscany and take you to see the beautiful landscapes from above and experience a dreamlike moment in the Tuscan skies! Read also: Explore Tuscany from the top with Upballooning!

Are you interested in taking a hot air balloon ride?

You can access the Official Website by clicking here!

Or you can find them on Instagram, at @upballooning;

if you prefer, you can send an email to the following address: [email protected]; when you send the email to Upballooning, put “Balloon Ride in Tuscany – Client of Ana Patricia from Italy’s Dream Tourism” in the email subject line, so you will receive more than special service!

Or contact them directly via WhatsApp, by clicking here!It will be a pleasure to talk to you!

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Conclusion

Visiting Tuscany!I’m sure that if you had any doubts about whether it was really worth visiting this wonderful region of Italy, I’m sure that I managed to catch your attention at least a little bit! There are so many types of beauty (natural, historical, artistic, etc.) that it’s really impossible not to find something that pleases the most demanding and refined tastes! Therefore, include a beautiful itinerary to this region during your trip! And if you need help, count on me!

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