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 »
Read MoreTop Summer Events in Tuscany: Food, Music, Medieval Re-enactments
If you travel around Tuscany during Summer, you’ll find a variety of festivals and events livening up the towns and villages. With the long days and hot weather, people tend to spend time outside later when it’s cooler. Parks, piazze and open-air theatres put on their Summer Festivals throughout the region, with concerts, sagre (food… Read more »
Read MoreTuscany in July – Festivals, Music events & Trip ideas
As temperatures reach sizzling peaks in July, Tuscany is filled with music, traditional festivals, and well-known events like Siena’s captivating Palio. Days are very hot, evenings are long and the nights are warm. It’s the perfect time to enjoy the beaches, explore the mountains, or join in one of the many local food sagre or… Read more »
Read MoreTop Summer Music Festivals in Tuscany 2026
Discover the top Music Festivals happening in Tuscany this Summer. From Puccini to Andrea Bocelli and Guns ‘n Roses, there’s something for every kind of music lover. And being Tuscany, the venues are pretty spectacular too! LAST UPDATED: June 2026 Music Festivals in Tuscany in the Summer PUCCINI FESTIVAL, Torre del Lago (near Lucca) As… Read more »
Read MoreTuscany in June, Festivals, country delights and more
What’s special about June in Tuscany? Aside from the long sunny days, verdant countryside, warm evenings filled with stars, Tuscany offers its visitors a rich calendar of events including traditional Festivals in Medieval costume and plenty of sagre or food festivals to whet your appetite. LAST UPDATED: April 2026 Tuscany in June – Enjoy the… Read more »
Read MoreFlorence in June – Best Things to do, Events and Celebrations
June is a busy month in Florence, packed with events and historical celebrations. Colourful and enthusiastic, it is the month that celebrates the birth of the Italian Republic and the patron Saint of Florence. Temperatures are on the rise, and evenings are long and pleasant, making the city a lovely place to hang out for… Read more »
Read MoreFlorence in May – Festivals, events and best gardens to visit
Florence in May offer up some colourful possibilities to the curious visitor. There are beautiful gardens and villas to explore, flower festivals and a flag-throwing competition to be seen, and a whole event dedicated to the humble cricket. The temperatures are rising in May, so you can enjoy the chance to spend some time outside…. Read more »
Read More10 Essential Things to Do Before Your Tuscany Trip
If you really want to get the most out of Tuscany, it’s good to do your organising well ahead of time. Once the tickets, transport, and timing are sorted, the region opens up in a much calmer way. This matters more than people admit when they are trying to enjoy Florence, Siena, Lucca, or an… Read more »
Read More3 Gardens in Florence to Visit in Spring | Flowers and Scenic Views
Florence is in bloom! Here we show you three fabulous gardens to visit in Florence during Spring. Bardini Garden with its vibrant wisteria pergola and breathtaking views of the city, the scenic Rose Gardens with its fragrant varieties of roses and statues by contemporary artist Folon, and the unique Iris Garden that best embodies the… Read more »
Read MoreFlorence in April, Best Events and Things to Do
Early Spring is a great time to be in Florence. Nature comes back to life in an explosion of colours. Days are longer so you can spend more time outside. The temperature is pleasant, and lots of events are put on to liven up the city. Here are a few great ideas for things to… Read more »
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