City break in Tuscany. Active leisure ideas for Tuscany - attractions, recreation and nightlife
Tuscany is associated with beautiful beaches of the Tyrrhenian coast and fabulous forests, world- famous thermal spas and large-scale entertainment venues. This beautiful region is a perfect place for a family vacation. It offers broad prospects for an active and relaxing pastime. There are more than a hundred wildlife sanctuaries and two large national parks in Tuscany, where many tour itineraries are laid.
The best way to get acquainted with the culture and traditions of Tuscany is to visit the picturesque town of Montepulciano at the end of September. For the last few years it has been a … Open
Tuscany doesn’t cease to attract tourists with its rich cultural heritage, scenic nature and historical sites striking by their beauty and grandeur. Fans of painting know Tuscany as … Open
In the vicinity of Tirrenia there is a very interesting nature park, Monkeys Park Adventure. As you might guess from the name, monkeys are main inhabitants of this natural reserve; very interesting and informative tours around the park are arranged for visitors. There are also very interesting rides in tops of trees. Il Giardino Sospeso located in the immediate vicinity of Livorno is ready to offer its guests a lot of interesting entertainment options. There are rides for both little ones and for thrill-seekers in it.
1. The most favorable time to visit Tuscany is late spring and early autumn. At this time, it’s not so hot, so nothing would spoil numerous excursions. Beach lovers will like to rest … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Tuscany and surroundings
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National and city parks around Tuscany
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona e Campigna' , 74.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’Appennino Tosco-Emiliano' , 106 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’ Arcipelago Toscano' , 109.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale delle Cinque Terre' , 119.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona e Campigna' , 74.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’Appennino Tosco-Emiliano' , 106 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’ Arcipelago Toscano' , 109.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale delle Cinque Terre' , 119.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Tuscany
♥ Amusement park 'Cavallino Matto' Castagneto Carducci, 55.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Mirabilandia' Ravenna, 133.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Cavallino Matto' Castagneto Carducci, 55.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Mirabilandia' Ravenna, 133.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Tuscany
♥ Water park 'Acquavillage' Cecina, Livorno, 48.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Sunpark' Tirrenia, Pisa, 55.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Acquavillage' Follonica, Livorno, 73.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Mirabilandia Beach' Savio, Ravenna, 133.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Acquavillage' Cecina, Livorno, 48.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Sunpark' Tirrenia, Pisa, 55.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Acquavillage' Follonica, Livorno, 73.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Mirabilandia Beach' Savio, Ravenna, 133.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
Michelin-starred restaurants in Tuscany
♥ Restaurant 'Dorandò' SAN GIMIGNANO. Type - Regional cuisine. 12.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Il Paese dei Campanelli' PETROGNANO. Type - Tuscan. 13.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Da Pode' SAN GIMIGNANO. Type - Tuscan. 13.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Osteria La Gramola' TAVARNELLE VAL DI PESA. Type - Regional cuisine. 15.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Papaveri e Papere' San Miniato. Type - Regional cuisine. 15.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Dorandò' SAN GIMIGNANO. Type - Regional cuisine. 12.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Il Paese dei Campanelli' PETROGNANO. Type - Tuscan. 13.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Da Pode' SAN GIMIGNANO. Type - Tuscan. 13.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Osteria La Gramola' TAVARNELLE VAL DI PESA. Type - Regional cuisine. 15.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Restaurant 'Papaveri e Papere' San Miniato. Type - Regional cuisine. 15.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Tuscany from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Riva Lofts Hotel
From the series “Best industrial-style loft hotels”
Check on the map: Distance from Tuscany center - 30.4 km.
There is a chic garden around the hotel. It is equipped with beautiful recreation areas with benches and hammocks in the warm season. Leisure facilities include swimming pools, sun terraces, and equipped barbecue areas. It is hard to imagine that such a wonderful country-style hotel is located in the heart of a lively Italian city. The Florence hotel is very popular with those who like to relax in a rural setting. There are many interesting places for hiking nearby. Guests can also rent bicycles to ride around the city. …
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Ponte Vecchio
From the series “The Most Unusual and Strange Bridges on Earth”
Check on the map: Distance from Tuscany center - 31.3 km.
According to the historical data, the first bridge has appeared on this site much earlier, in the 10th century. In 1117, the brittle wooden bridge was completely destroyed during the heavy flooding. The reconstituted bridge has also existed for a short time, the flood has destroyed it in 1333. The third bridge charms the city dwellers and guests Florence for more than 600 years. Remarkable that the name of the architect who developed their design remains unknown. According to one of the versions, it was Taddeo Gaddi, according to the others - Neri de Fioravanti. …
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San Gimignano
From the series “The Last City-Fortresses Survived to This Day”
Check on the map: Distance from Tuscany center - 12 km.
The first settlement has placed there in the third century BC. Hundreds of years this town was the centre of numerous battles. In the medieval times there appeared the robust fieldworks. Today we can see 14 beautiful medieval towers. Earlier there lived rich and well-known townsmen. According to the historical records, in the medieval time, there were about seventy towers. That means that eighty percent of all towers didn’t save till now. …
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Guide to your best city break in Tuscany - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Tuscany - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Tuscany?' disappears immediately.