DK Travel : Tuscany

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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La Foresteria, Larenzo Alta, Piedmont,Italy

This is a wonderful old castle type building set amongst vines. The host & hostess are only interested in the welfare of their guests.It is shown in the Logis d'Italia.
Montaperti Hotel - Siena Italy

Clean, very modern, small and luxurious.

Has a continental buffet breakfast, large pool, gym, restaurant and bar.

Very friendly staff.
Osteria Belle Donne , [ Via Delle Belle Donne ] .

One of the , for me , three best restaurants in Florence [ along with Cibreo Povero and Baldovino ] . Run by the irrepressible Giacinto , Belle Donne serves up good , traditional Tuscan dishes in a delightfully rustic ambience , the little dining area decked out with plants , pots and pictures . It helps if you try and speak a little Italian , it's appreciated [and I think it ensures a better service ! ]. I have dined here on every one of my eight visits to Florence and have never been disappointed . I recommend it .
Painting Workshops

ARTuscany offers educational holidays, including short breaks, tailor made to suit your interests, including a wide range of en plein air and hands-on art workshops in painting, drawing, sculpture, mosaics and glass work, ceramics and pottery as well as the reproduction of Etruscan jewellery
Tenuta Poggio al Casone

Poggio al Casone is a charming resort in Tuscany, set in a private wine farm among 40 hectares of vineyards! From the cypress lined drive up to the manor (which looked like a film set!), to the monographed towels and robes, the teapot, cup and saucers, the wonderful wine tour, to the caretaker's smiling and helpful self, owner's passion for his vineyards and Tuscany in general, the weather, the pool... the list goes on. Everything is perfect!!! The attention to detail is incredible. Here you feel so welcome... A tuscan home away from home!
Terme di Saturnia (Saturnia's Spa)

Don't miss the natural heated pools in the Terme di Saturnia, free to the public. Also, check out the natural waterfall, the Cascata del Gorello where you can freely lie in the sulphur springs of warm water (about 35 °C).
The Palio

This is a magnificent event to witness. The fervour and excitement, the anguish and the glory of the crowd on the four days of the event in July and August make you become part of the Italian people for that short time. You will have to allow a lot of time for waiting around but it is well worth it in the end.
Torre Palombara

Amazing Villa hotel in the southern part of Umbria, 1 hour drive from the border with Tuscany and 1 hour from Rome. Highly reccomended, an hidden treasure. Incredible views, Villa, pool, garden, furniture, food and excellent price for the superior quality.

www.torrepalombara.com
Villa Il Crocicchio

Villa Il Crocicchio is a beautiful Villa just 20 minutes north of Florence. It is equipped with a large pool, a restaurant, a bar and much more.
Villa il Patriarca

This XIX century Villa is located in the heart of Italy, in an area of Tuscany overflowing in historical character and ancient traditions. Villa Il Patriarca offers to all its Guests 23 nobiliary rooms, a Star Michelin Restaurant, a swinning-pool and an Italian park with all comforts. For any information, our e-mail is info@ilpatriarca.it. We are waiting for You...