Tuscany Travel Guides
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The best things to do in Siena and nearby for a Tuscan stay you’ll love
All you need to know to make the most of your stay in Siena: the best things to see in Siena, the best day trip in the Siena region, my recommendations for restaurants, accommodation and tours, based on my own travels [Updated June 2026]. The historical town of Siena is one of the most beautiful in Tuscany and a fantastic place to call home while vacationing in Tuscany. Siena itself is hilltop town of medieval origins that managed to retain incredible integrity, so that you still very much feel like you are walking into a place from another time. Siena old center is an extravaganza of tall towers, meandering streets,…
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12 fantastic day trips from Florence you and your family will love in 2026
Our selection of the best day trips from Florence by car, train and guided tour. From medieval towns to wineries and areas of great natural beauty in Tuscany, these are the best side-trips from Florence Italy [Updated in 2026] Florence is a fantastic home base to visit Italy. Within a short distance from the city, you have beautiful countryside, stunning hilltop villages, soft sandy beaches and even UNESCO marvels such as Cinque Terre and Rome. Planning side-trips from Florence is easy, thanks to the excellent road and train network in the area and the vast choice of guides tours available. If you are in the city itself, you have easy…
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Where to eat in Florence: restaurants, cafes, wine windows and more – for meals you’ll love
Where to eat in Florence: our handpicked selection of restaurants, cafes and casual meal options in Florence city center to taste the best of the city. You will never go hungry in Florence. The city has an outstanding food tradition and the quantity and quality of what is on offer is so high, in Florence city center you’ll never find yourself far from amazing food addresses. However, like in all tourism-heavy cities, Florence has some more local paces, some more touristy ones, some that are nothing to write home about and some that are worth seeking out specifically for ambiance, food or both! Over the course of our many trips…
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