Welcome to Tuscan Hill Towns!
About Tuscany
As a top Italian tourist destination, Tuscany attracts millions of visitors annually to cities like Florence, Pisa, Siena, and Lucca. Coastal towns such as Castiglione della Pescaia, along with the Chianti wine region and Val d’Orcia, are also major draws. Seaside tourism accounts for about 40% of its visitors, while its countryside, dotted with cypress-lined hills, offers picturesque escapes. Tuscany’s ten provinces, including Siena, Livorno, and Grosseto, each contribute unique attractions.
Seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites are located in Tuscany, including Florence’s historic center, Pisa’s Cathedral Square, and the Val d’Orcia. Its rich cultural tapestry is complemented by over 120 protected nature reserves. With its Mediterranean coastline and vibrant landscapes, Tuscany provides an unforgettable experience, blending natural beauty with historical and artistic treasures.
Our Favorite Walking Tours
The best way to learn about a city is through local tours
Eat Play & Stay
There are so many amazing places to eat in Tuscany. The area is vast with many amazing small towns and wineries. The best places for wine are Montepulciano, San Gimignano, Montalcino, and Chianti. Always look for an authentic experience, and luckily there are many. Also consider a wine tasting on a vineyard with your meal. Terreno Restaurant is located on the Terreno estate, 25 km south of Florence. The 150 hectares estate has been making wine for hundreds of years. The Rudhne family from Sweeden purchased it in 1988.
Experiences with Viator
Local Spotlight
Tuscany Top 10
Ryan always delivers and wow this is a great one! Tuscany is beautiful beyond words and he brings that to life in this video. Really any hill town will be magical to visit but this gives you a great foundation.
Rok Goes Around
Rok is a cinematic vlogger with extensive experience as a tour guide. Here he gives us the top 10 of Tuscany. We love how he weaves in history and culture. He will help you narrow down your itinerary.
Tuscany Top 10
Epic Explorations
Rok Goes Around
Rok is a cinematic vlogger with extensive experience as a tour guide. Here he gives us the top 10 of Tuscany. We love how he weaves in history and culture. He will help you narrow down your itinerary.
Tuscany Road Trip
Suitcase Monkey gives an entertaining and realistic approach on a trip to Tuscany. He gives a great suggestion about driving and parking. Finding a spot outside of Florence is a wise thing to do. There are tram stops with vast parking lots located around the city.
Amateur Traveler
Hill Towns of Tuscany
Local Spotlight~ Hill Towns
San Gimignano
Rok, one of our favorites, is at it again…sharing some great tips on hill town of San Gimignano. That way you can decide if it is worth a visit. We vote yes! It is magical!
Must See Tuscany Hill Towns
Great video overview on some of the best hill towns in Italy. Put these places on your itinerary!
Off the Beaten Path
For a breathtaking view and incredible wine, sign up for a wine tasting at Tanuta di Fanti. There are many vineyards in Tuscany but if you get a chance to taste Brunello wine in Montalcino, it really is one a great experience.
A Guide to Vineyards
The Tour Guy has some very helpful videos about locations all over Italy. Before we went to Rome, we watched every one. He has a tour company that does affordable day trips.
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