Think beyond Florence, Siena, and Pisa as Tuscany has more to offer than leaning tower. Numerous rustic villages, ancient settlements, and mesmerizing mazes of stone and marble make it even more beautiful and desirable for Italy's trip. Once you are here, visit the Tuscan towns and connect with the real Italy. However, if you are coming with family, get a Tuscan villa on rental to avoid paying excessive hotel expenses.

San Gimignano

Rome’s Seven Hills are well-known; however, the towers of this town are breathtaking. At an hour’s drive from Siena, these were raised by Etruscans. They made their establishments on the hills with stones to create cottages. Once the Roman Empire fell, the Church took over. The town has two famous churches of San’t Agostino Basilica and Santa Maria Assunta. Pilgrims and poets regularly visited these during that time. Their works mention the beauty and panoramic surroundings of cypress groves and saffron-hued fields. Once you are here, visit these medieval towers giving panoramic views.

Lucca

It lies amid Tyrrhenian Sea and the wonders of Pisa. The town is entirely walkable and encircled on all sides by the preserved Renaissance bulwarks in Tuscany. Century-old cypresses and eucalyptus trees can be found easily here. In the heart of town, there are ochre-painted stucco and al-fresco spaces. The Cathedral of Lucca is also an excellent place to spend time in silence. You can also visit the townhouses and guesthouses of ancient Italian architecture. On the inside, it’s stylish and well-decorated. If you stay here, you can use the kitchen to make a quick Italian meal.

Cortana

It’s another hillside town on the eastern side of Tuscany. The stone-clad town has a medieval tower visible from a distance. Wander through its lanes, and you can feel the pretty winding alleyways that have hanging baskets of roses and sage. The town offers beautiful views of the rolling plains of Chaina Valley. You can see entire central Italy from the town. Visit the piazza and checkout the Lake Trasimeno that looks like a jewel from a distance. The marketplaces are outstanding on the weekends. Many fabulous cottages in Italy attract many tourists.

 

Much More ToExplore!

There are numerous wonderful towns where you can go which did could not find mention. However, they need more time, and it’s best to get a Tuscan Villa rental to see them all.