Is November a good time to visit Tuscany? Yes, if you’re looking for cheaper deals, fewer tourists, and amazing food experiences. November is when local truffle and chestnuts are celebrated, and the new olive oil arrive on the table. It’s a month that’s chock-full of tasty events all around the region. In November temperatures during… Read more »
Read More‘The Death of Saint Francis’ in Santa Croce Church, Florence
If you want to know when Western art shifted from flat, rigid figures to raw human emotion, you need to look at one wall inside the Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence. Tucked inside the Bardi Chapel sits Giotto’s 14th century fresco cycle depicting the stories of Saint Francis. The emotional climax of the cycle… Read more »
Read MoreTop Events and Things to do in Tuscany this October 2026
If you’re wondering what’s on in Florence and Tuscany in October 2026, check out this detailed line-up of top events, and art exhibits that are on throughout the month. October is a time that’s always full of things to do. With traditional parades, food festivals and as much art as you can handle. Foodies will… Read more »
Read MoreAtmospheric Autumn Destinations in Tuscany
Tuscany is at its most atmospheric in autumn. The countryside is flooded with colours, the vineyards have turned to vivid reds and yellows, and the morning fogs make the landscape look almost etherial. The woods are filled with the smell of chestnuts and mushrooms, those autumnal Tuscan treats. And the light drapes everything in a… Read more »
Read More5 Must-See Exhibits in Tuscany this Autumn 2026
Top 5 Art Exhibitions in Tuscany this Autumn: explore Hopper‘s desolate realism in Pisa; in Florence learn about Artemisia Gentileschi at the Museo degli Innocenti, dive into the the world of ‘fragments in art history’ in Palazzo Strozzi, or have fun inside Dante Alighieri’s Hell at Cattedrale dell’Immagine. Arezzo hosts a small but intriguing exhibit… Read more »
Read MoreEvents & Things to Do in Tuscany this September 2026
Looking for things to do in Florence and Tuscany this September 2025? We’ve put together a list of our own personal favourites that you can add to your itinerary. September is a month that’s chock-full of events, ancient festivals, and towns celebrating the grape harvest. Enjoy! LAST UPDATE: AUGUST 2026 Top Events & Things to… Read more »
Read MoreChianti Wine Festivals in September 2026
September is the most intoxicating month in the Chianti region. While the vines are heavy with ripe grapes and the farmers are getting ready for the harvest, all around the region the air is filled with sweet smells and a festive feel for the annual “vendemmia“. Every year the Chianti put a lot of effort… Read more »
Read MoreTuscany in August – Festivals, summer destinations and tips
Is August a good time to be travelling in Tuscany? If you’re planning a trip this Summer you’re probably wondering what’s in store for you. So here we give you the low down on weather, the best places to go, and what fun and festivals you can expect. August is a lively month in Tuscany,… Read more »
Read More5 Fabulous Events in Tuscany, July 2026 – Medieval, Fantasy and Music
July is here, and Tuscany is getting ready for a month of great events. There’s music, fantasy-filled towns and Medieval reenactments, all combining to add some amazing atmosphere to the Tuscan towns. So take note all you music lovers, fantasy fans, and anyone interested in the Medieval… This month is for you! 5 Great Events… Read more »
Read MoreShould I Visit Boboli Gardens? Skip it or Visit it – Do’s and Don’ts of Boboli
Is it worth visiting Boboli Gardens in Florence? I get asked this a lot. First things first: it’s not free. Unless you visit on the first Sunday of the month (when state museums are free) – it costs 10 Euro to get in. Remember it’s vast (around 40 hectares), so you need at least 2-3… Read more »
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