Things to Do and See in Tuscany

Don't bring home mass-produced, boring souvenirs from your trip! These are the real deal when it comes to chic and enviable cool girl souvenirs that you should buy when you stay in one of our vacation rentals in Florence...

Once you book your villa in Florence and spend time diving into the rich history and heritage of the birthplace of the Renaissance, you'll likely fall deeply in love with this fascinating, bustling, grand city. If this is the case then you'll also likely want to bring a little piece of it home with you! While it is certainly one of the most stylish cities in Italy and the world, it is also a major tourist destination with all of the less inspired, more banal souvenirs that come in tow. For those who want to bring a little of the real style and design brilliance of this great art centre home with them or who want to give those at home gifts they actually will want to receive, here's our guide to the cool girl souvenirs to stock up on in Florence...

It can be hard to land on just one vacation destination in Tuscany when it has so much to offer and has a more varied landscape than many might imagine. From seaside breaks to cosmopolitan getaways to rural retreats, there are all sorts of holidays to be had... and some locations that allow you to enjoy a little bit of everything! So, if you’re trying to decide on where you should base yourself in Tuscany we have put together a handy guide to help you out so that you can find the ideal villa in Tuscany for your tastes and needs...

While hotels offer plenty of conveniences, we think there are lots of great reasons to book a villa in Tuscany instead!

When it comes to Tuscany, in particular, those who book a villa in Tuscany will be able to get more of a taste of the Tuscan lifestyle and will often get to enjoy living in romantic and typically Tuscan spaces for a little while – something you won't get in most hotels!

Of course, there are also some practical differences between a villa and a hotel stay. 

Set within a 119-hectare private estate among the rolling green hills of Tuscany, with cypress trees, olive groves, fields, vineyards, winding roads, and more all around, Castello di Cabbiavoli is a dream experience of historic luxury in Tuscany. Enjoy complete privacy and breath-taking panoramic views over the evocative surrounding countryside, a beautifully manicured garden with lovely areas to dine al fresco, a stunning private pool, and wonderfully restored interiors. Sleeping up to twelve guests in six bedrooms, with seven bathrooms, this unique gem is the perfect base for a truly unforgettable stay in a luxury villa in Tuscany.

Italy has a long history of being one of the major art centres of the world and this continues to be true to this day. In addition to exhibiting some of the most incredible masterpieces in museums, churches, and palaces around the country, hosting amazing temporary exhibitions of the works of some of the most remarkable contemporary artists around the globe, and continuing to educate new artists in academies and universities, Italy also famously plays host to major art showcases on a regular basis. Among these, the biennale in Venice and the biennale in Florence are two of the largest and most celebrated examples. Florence will next host a biennale in 2027 and, as of this week, more information about the 16th edition has been released. For art-lovers looking ahead to a stay at one of our gorgeous villas in Florence, it is a great reason to book for October next year...