TUSCANY · ITALY

Tuscany is a region in Italy that's known for its dramatic landscapes, Renaissance art and architecture, and culinary delights:
Landscape
Tuscany's landscape includes rolling hills, vineyards, olive groves, cypress alleys, and romantic villages. The Chianti region is known for its scenic wine country. The coast features cerulean waters, upscale resorts, harbors, and seafood restaurants.
Art and architecture
Tuscany is home to many famous works of art, including Michelangelo's David in the Galleria dell'Accademia. The region also has many medieval masterpieces in cities like Florence, Pisa, Siena, and San Gimignano.
Cuisine
Tuscany's culinary tradition includes truffles, olives, wines, cheeses, and wild boar ragu pasta. You can sample wines at local farms, taste pecorino cheese at cheese farms, and learn about Tuscan cuisine at cooking classes.
Weather
Tuscany's excellent weather means that the wine, olive oil, and vegetables are always fresh and flavorful.
Getting there
You can fly into Tuscany at Amerigo Vespucci Airport in Florence or Galileo Galilei Airport in Pisa. You can also fly into Bologna, Perugia, or Rome, which are all within driving distance.
Getting around
You can rent a car, take the bus, or take the train to get around Tuscany. Driving in Tuscany's peaceful landscapes is usually stress-free, but driving within cities or in the narrow winding roads of the hill towns can be more stressful.