• Florence is considered by many as the gateway into the rolling Tuscan hills. While it features famous sites like Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo and the Uffizi Gallery, we recommend exploring all Florence has to offer by bike or by walking, given the multiple “zones” the city employs to restrict traffic. Comfortable shoes are therefore a good idea during the day! Do remember that Florence is an open-air museum of a city, with streets lined by Medieval and Renaissance architecture alongside 20th century Italian flourishes, and walking around really is the best way to uncover it.

    CLICK HERE TO ACCESS A CUSTOM MAP OF FLORENCE CREATED BY SARAH & TREY WITH THEIR SUGGESTIONS FOR ACTIVITIES, FOOD, DRINKS, ETC!

    WHERE TO STAY
    Sarah & Trey will be staying at Tornabuoni Place [Via del Parione, 1]
    -Hotel Milu
    -Tornabuoni Place
    -FuordArno Bed & Breakfast
    -Hotel Silla
    -Hotel La Scaletta al Ponte Vecchio

    ACTIVITIES
    -Uffizi Gallery
    -Statue of David
    -Piazzale Michelangelo
    -The Duomo
    -Walk across Ponte Vecchio
    -The Boboli Gardens

    FOOD & DRINKS
    -SBrino (gelato)
    -Ditta Artigianale (cafe)
    -Mercato di San Lorenzo (extensive market with many vendors)
    -La Ménagère (breakfast, aperitivo)
    -Fermento Food & Beer (pizzas & craft beer)
    -S.forno (bakery & neighboring restaurant)
    -Fiaschetteria Fantappié (wine bar)
    -Osteria Antica Mescita San Niccolò (dinner)

  • AREZZO
    Known as the city of gold and high fashion, Arezzo was home to artists and poets such as Giorgio Vasari and Piero Della Francesca who frescoed the ceilings of the most important churches of the city. The city is also known for the important Giostra del Saracino, a game of chivalry that dates back to the Middle Ages.

    SIENA
    One of the most beautiful towns in Tuscany - absolutely worth a visit! Siena is stretched across a Tuscan hill with cascading narrow lanes, an amazing central plaza, and many museums. Can be a great day trip from Florence or a longer stay!

    CORTONA
    Beautiful town located on a hill overlooking Lake Trasimeno, it's a quaint, idyllic hilltop town in Tuscany. La Bucaccia is a particular restaurant highly recommended for a traditional Tuscan meal

  • Did you know there are 20 regions in Italy?! Tuscany is one of the 20 regions, and one of the best known amongst foreign travelers. Within Tuscany, there are 10 provinces!

    Here are some suggested provinces and areas to visit as well as smaller towns.

    CHIANTI
    Does not require any introduction! Check out this website.

    MAREMMA
    Maremma is a coastal region of Tuscany with unbelievable terrain. Trey and Sarah visited this area on their first ever trip to Italy. They stayed at the lovely Il Baciarino agriturismo in the hilltop village of Vetulonia with views out to the sea.

    There are many other recommended stays in the region, such as La Pescaia.

    MONTEPULCIANO
    Also known for its wine, particularly Vino Nobile. This is an easy stop if you are driving from Rome to Poppi or vice versa. Check out this website.

    MONTALCINO
    Explore the town and enjoy the famous Brunello di Montalcino wines. Check out this website.