Tuscany, Italy - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-10-11

Tuscany is a picturesque region in Italy, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, medieval towns, and Renaissance art. Visit to experience the perfect blend of culture, history, exquisite food, and excellent wine.

Top things to do in Tuscany

Things to do in Tuscany include Pienza, San Gimignano Historic Centre, Piazza del Campo. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Tuscany

Here is what 3 days in Tuscany look like when the planner builds them - arriving at noon on the first day and flying home at noon on the last. Stops are grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, and the same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1Arrival at noon

Stops
3
  1. 1
    VolterraTown
    35 km
  2. 2
    Rocca di Castellina in ChiantiTown
    34 km
  3. 3
    Florence Cathedral (Duomo)Church · Florence Historic Center
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Day 2

Stops
6
  1. 1
    Bagno VignoniVillage
    4.5 km
  2. 2
    San Quirico d'OrciaTown
    6.5 km
  3. 3
    PienzaTown
    8.8 km
  4. 4
    MontepulcianoTown
    24 km
  5. 5
    MontalcinoTown
    32 km
  6. 6
    Piazza del CampoSquare · Siena
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Day 3Return at noon

Stops
2
  1. 1
    Leaning Tower of PisaPisa
    16 km
  2. 2
    Lucca City Walls
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The route assumes the first day starts at noon, after you land, and the last ends at noon, before your flight. It also assumes a car: the places are spread across a wide area. It is an example: with your dates the planner builds a route around your landing and your flight home, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Tuscany?

Pienza, San Gimignano Historic Centre, Piazza del Campo, Montepulciano, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Montalcino and 9 more. San Gimignano Historic Centre: A medieval town with impressive stone towers and breathtaking countryside views.

What can you do in 3 days in Tuscany?

Day 1: Volterra, Rocca di Castellina in Chianti, Florence Cathedral (Duomo). Day 2: Bagno Vignoni, San Quirico d'Orcia, Pienza, Montepulciano. Day 3: Leaning Tower of Pisa, Lucca City Walls.

Which areas should you explore in Tuscany?

The itinerary for Tuscany runs through Florence Historic Center, Siena and Pisa.

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