Tuscany Tourist Information & Visitor Guide
Wonderful cities like Florence, Pisa and Siena house some of the most magnificent Renaissance art in the world. Set against the backdrop of vineyards and olive groves pierced by the distinctive cypress trees, medieval villages pepper the hills and a long coastline offers the opportunity for a beach holiday, Italian style! So why not head for Tuscany and a glass of the local Chianti to enjoy this wonderful region.
Tuscany Highlights
- Accademia Gallery, Florence - particularly famous for its sculptures by Michelangelo, especially, the statue of David
- Leaning Tower of Pisa - begun in 1173 on sandy silt, the Leaning Tower started to tilt even before the 3rd storey was finihsed
- Church of San Francesco, Arezzo - houses the fabulous Legend of the Ture Cross painted by Piero della Francesca
- Il Palio, Siena - an annual horse race held in Siena, with origins dating back to the 17th century
- Museo Leonardiano di Vinci - housed in the 13th century Castle of the hilltop town of Vinci, where Leonardo da Vinci was born
- Uffizi Gallery - the oldest art gallery in the world housing an internationally renowned collection of fine art and sculpture
Plan your visit to Tuscany
- Tuscany Hotels - view and choose a place to stay in Tuscany
- Tuscany Attractions - browse a list of sightseeing attractions in Tuscany
- Tuscany Short Breaks - for short break ideas and offers
