Another gorgeous medieval city I got to visit on this tour through Tuscany. While of course everyone knows about hotspots like Florence and Pisa, there are so many beautiful gems that are completely undiscovered by tourists. I hope you have been enjoying the recent posts about all of the amazing Tuscan cities. If you haven’t […]
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When you visit Tuscany appreciating the scenery truly never gets old. A few short years ago, Architectural Digest wrote about Montaione as being the can’t miss destination of Tuscany, claiming that Castelfafi (check out my last post about it here) is unspoiled in comparison to the surrounding tourist traps cities like Florence and Pisa. They […]
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If you are a fan of luxury travel, Castelfalfi is one destination that can not be skipped. Castelfalfi is committed to eco friendly and sustainable tourism. In a city with more than 800 years of history, this relaxed and peaceful environment is the perfect retreat to enjoy the culture and beautiful landscapes. The philosophy in […]
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A little more of an industrial location, Pontedera, built along the Era and Arno Rivers, was once essential in bridging the regions of Florence and Pisa. The town is known for its civic sculptures with public art projects scattered all throughout the city. More notably the town is also the home of the Vespa, and […]
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The walled city of Volterra has a rich Etruscan history. Similar to San Gimignano, it is another one of those gorgeous medieval towns that you walk around in and feel absolutely transported back in time. The city has so much charm and of course there are tons of shops, as well as cafes and restaurants […]
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Lajatico is another gorgeous small city in Tuscany who’s claim to fame really is as the birthplace of singer Andrea Bocelli. He built the Teatro del Silenzio, an amphitheater, basically in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by panoramic views of the magnificent Tuscan hills. Once a year in July, he performs with a roster of […]
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