Things to Do and See in Tuscany

Cinephiles who are looking to enjoy a movie while staying in one of our vacation rentals in Florence will likely find the beautiful Giunti Odeon Libreria e Cinema to be a dream spot to spend hours reading books, enjoying a coffee, and catching a movie! Located inside a historic building and bringing together three wonderful businesses under one especially lovely roof, it creates a dream cultural hub for locals and visitors alike who are exploring the city. 

If you are planning on booking a vacation rental in Florence and you really want to be right at the heart of things, making the most of your setting with incredible views over the city’s iconic skyline, then Orto Botanico Apartment With Terrace And Dome View is a perfect property. Elegant and centrally located, with a terrace and windows throughout that offer framed scenes of the city and a view right across the skyline to Brunelleschi’s famous dome atop Florence’s cathedral, this gem is something rather special indeed. Sleeping up to four guests comfortably in two bedrooms with two bathrooms and with WIFI and air-conditioning throughout most of the apartment, it’s also on special offer for bookings from the 10th of January 2025 onwards with up to 44% off! So don’t wait around, snap up a dream break in the Birthplace of the Renaissance and a stay in this gorgeous and luxurious apartment.

We have written about the beautiful and therapeutic natural hot springs of Tuscany on many an occasion. For some, their very existence may be news and come as a surprise but for those who really want to explore all that the region has to offer, especially if you are looking to unwind and relax, they are an unmissable feature.

In fact, many towns in the region have, “terme,” in their name, referring to the presence of thermal waters and most of these towns have developed spa and medical tourism throughout the centuries, being sought out by the Romans, European aristocrats, and modern-day travellers alike.

There are lots of options to choose from when it comes to these spa destinations in the region and some could even plan on visiting a few throughout their time on vacation in Tuscany. From the famous cascades of Saturnia featured on so many tourism images of the region, to the elegant historic spa of Montecatini Terme, to the free ancient bath complex of San Casciano dei Bagni, there are endless incredible ways to go but if you’re booking a villa in Tuscany and planning a spa day or a visit to a thermal bath there are some things that we think you should keep in mind...

Having a villa in Tuscany with a pool, in particular, can totally change your vacation. It gives you a place to cool down on the hottest days of a summer holiday, it is a built-in activity to keep any kids in the group happy and entertained, and it offers the option to spend lazy days relaxing by the pool for part, or all of, your getaway in Tuscany.

On Tuscany Villas you will find over one thousand villas with pools in Tuscany to choose between, from large private pools at luxury properties, to sweet country villas with their own pools, to apartments sharing great pool facilities – there is something for everyone. However, among these there are some serious stand-out stars. So, here is a list of some of our favourite pools and favourite villas in Tuscany that you can book to experience for yourself right now!

Surrounded by lush trees and rolling hills, with a nearby lake, Villa Aiale is a beautiful villa with a private pool in the Orcia Valley, one of the most picturesque parts of the famously lovely Tuscan countryside. A true escape in peace and quiet, with natural beauty all around, Villa Aiale is still just 2km (1 mile) from the town of Bibbiano – making it the best of both worlds. For those who want to get away from it all and unwind but to also have ample convenience and comfort to ensure a relaxing holiday in Tuscany.

Villa Aiale is also a luxury villa in Tuscany with plenty of space for a group vacation, hosting up to 14 guests comfortably in seven bedrooms with eight bathrooms. With the private pool, a host of additional services, WIFI and air-conditioning throughout the villa, a plush finish, and all of the mod-cons you could need, as well as an excellent location, this gem is perfectly set up for a dream vacation in Tuscany.