Archive for 'Tourist Attractions'

Borgo San Lorenzo is a pretty little town in Tuscany, situated in the province of Florence. It’s close to the other cosy Tuscan towns of Fiesole, Scarperia, Vicchio and Marradi. Tourists are sure to love a morning or afternoon strolling around this old town that is believed to be of Etruscan origin. Why not stay in Florence city itself, only thirty kilometres away.

You could relax in a beautiful apartment in Florence where you can enjoy all the Renaissance treasures and monuments it has to offer. Then escape from all the noise and people by coming to Borgo San Lorenzo and neighbouring settlements for a day of touring!

In the province of Florence in Tuscany, 25 kilometres North-east of Florence city is the charming town of Scarperia. This fascinating place is located close to other towns of interest such as Barberino di Mugello, Borgo San Lorenzo and Firenzuola to name but a few.

A tour around some of these places could make up a superb day tour of the Florence area and is guaranteed to be an enriching tourist experience!

Stay in a luxury villa in Florence where you can easily commute to Scarperia via train, car or bus.

Montalcino is a pretty hill town in Tuscany that’s famous for its production of Brunello di Montalcino red wine. This delicious drink is produced by many vineyards around the town which visitors can visit and learn more about if they come here. In 1980, it was the first Italian wine to win the prestigious DOCG Italian wine quality award. Today it is one of the most popular and expensive wine to be exported from the country!

Book a stunning villa rental in Montalcino to relax and enjoy the surroundings. Chill out by the pool after a few hours of touring around this fascinating wine producing area.

Caprese Michelangelo is a charming village in the province of Arezzo named after the famous Master sculptor of the Renaissance, Michelangelo Buonarotti.

This quiet little part of Tuscany, situated about 100 kilometres east of Florence is home to beautiful old churches, delicious restaurants and a fine museum and library built in honour of its most famous son, Michelangelo.

Stay in a beautiful vacation villa in Caprese Michelangelo where you can base a wonderful holiday of discovery!

Born in 1475, Michelangelo lived here for only a few months before his family moved to Florence city. But many tourists still travel to his birthplace to see the house, and possibly the room where he came into the world!

Pienza is a beautiful hilltop town in Siena province, overlooking the tranquil Val d’Orcia. Situated close to the towns of Montepulciano and Montalcino, this would be the perfect area to explore for a day where you could soak in the colourful cultural heritage that still shines strongly in this part of Tuscany.

Why not choose from a range of beautifully authentic holiday villas in Pienza Most have an adjacent swimming pool to enjoy and others sleep up to fifteen people, making it a perfect spot to go for a large party of your close family and friends!