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Limiting the choice of prime sights is not an easy task in a land as rich and varied as Tuscany. Its storybook landscape is home to medieval hill towns, fabled wines and, as crucible of the Renaissance, an unrivalled collection of artistic masterpieces. Here are the best of the best.
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Quirky, private museum of armour. The 16th-century Florentine armour (joined by some Samurai colleagues) is arranged as a mounted army marching through the largest room.
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Siena’s renowned premier café roasts its own coffee and serves delicious pastries.
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Based on Classical models and mythological themes (19th century).
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Stop for delicious sweets, panini and pastries with classy service if you find yourself in this busy shopping street.
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Enjoy generous portions, intimacy and postcard views. The menu changes daily; the cook is generous. Booking is advised.
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Ferdinando I founded this inlaid stone workshop, also Florence’s chief laboratory for art restoration.
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A mezza porzione for smaller appetites costs less.
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Granary-turned-church ringed with statues by Donatello, Ghiberti and Verrocchio (copies; the originals are in an upstairs museum). Orcagna designed the tabernacle to resemble a miniature cathedral containing a Madonna and Child (1348) by Bernardo Daddi.
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Airy, brittle Sienese “bones of the dead” biscuits.
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Set in a coastal park, this villa-hostel offers bike rentals, a beach and plenty of park to enjoy. 11:30pm curfew. Open 16 Mar– Sep; family rooms not available Jul–Aug.
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Hotel price categories
For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
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Restaurant price categories
For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal), taxes and extra charges.
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