Visit the beauties of Tuscany with Italo, the Official Italian High Speed Train

Tuscany is one of the most popular regions of Italy in the world, thanks to the beauty of its valleys, the food and wine tradition, and the artistic and cultural wonders of its cities. From Florence to Siena, from Lucca to Pisa, from Arezzo to Grosseto, you will enjoy an artistic variety unique in the world.

Let's start from Florence, the cradle city of the Renaissance and a symbol of Italian culture and language. Among the places of art to discover there are the museums, the Pitti Palace with its collections, and the churches of Santa Maria Novella and Santa Croce, real art galleries. Admire the splendid Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo with Brunelleschi's dome, and Giotto's bell tower. Visit the renowned Uffizi Gallery for its impressive collection of Renaissance masterpieces and the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's iconic statue of David. Then, I recommend a walk until you reach the Arno and pause to admire the romantic Ponte Vecchio for an unforgettable experience.

A few kilometers from Florence lies the archaeological city of Fiesole, where you can discover Etruscan and Roman remains as well as its splendid villas. Nearby, explore the renowned Florentine hills, known for producing one of the most renowned Tuscan wines: Chianti. Visit Greve, the best place to appreciate the unique flavor of this product, and then immerse yourself in the picturesque medieval village of Montefioralle with the unique charm of its village. Not far from Florence, you can reach Empoli, which for centuries has been the symbolic city for glass processing, and then arrive in Castelfiorentino, a town surrounded by medieval walls among the most characteristic of the Florentine territory. Also near Florence, visit the village of Certaldo Alta, the birthplace of Boccaccio, and Vinci, the city where Leonardo, the artist, and genius of the Renaissance, was born.

From the Italian capital of the Renaissance, reach Siena, one of the most beautiful medieval cities, and visit the Cathedral before arriving in Lucca with its historic center protected by the ancient walls of the sixteenth century. Visit the picturesque Piazza dell’Anfiteatro and the curious hanging gardens of the Guinigi Tower.

Also worth discovering are the many medieval villages of Tuscany such as San Gimignano with its historic center, a UNESCO heritage site, Poggibonsi with its wonderful landscapes, Montepulciano for the most anticipated annual event, the Bravio delle Botti, and Montalcino, the town that gives rise to Brunello, the most famous and renowned Tuscan wine. Do not miss a visit to the ancient Maritime Republic, Pisa, the city with the most famous Leaning Tower in the world. Run to discover Carrara and its white marble, and if you don't want to miss a corner of Tuscany, visit the beautiful Pistoia and its characteristic shops in Piazza della Sala. For a bit of relaxation, you cannot miss a day in Montecatini Terme with its spas and beneficial waters. If you are passionate about history and art, do not miss the Giostra del Saracino event in the wonderful and enchanting Arezzo. Above all, to admire the landscape of the Tuscan Maremma, from the wildest one to that of the cultivated countryside up to the most important center of the Maremma, which is Grosseto.

If you love the sea, Livorno and its surroundings are a perfect destination, but you will also be very happy to appreciate the seaside resorts of Versilia such as Forte dei Marmi. Facing the Tuscan sea, the Island of Elba is one of the most beautiful places if you love the outdoors, adventure, trekking, diving, or breathtaking routes, and to reach it, the most suitable port is Piombino. An important destination is Orbetello, with its unique coves and beaches of Monte Argentario, and also a pleasant trip to the island of Giglio.

Plan your trip to Tuscany with Italo and discover the beauty of this unique region in the world with its wonderful cities of art, historic villages, hills, and breathtaking views over the vineyards and fields, and to taste the most famous wines and gastronomic products of Italy.