Tuscany: Insider guides (Ultimi inserimenti)
The Cliffs of Capo Sant'Andrea
For those who love steep cliffs, Capo Sant'Andrea is a must-see. One of the most beautiful seaside cliffs in the world, shaped by millenia of wind and water, with its stark white granite face standing guard over the bright blue waves below.
Places
Oak of "Checche"
In the Checche Flat, next to the provincial road no. 53 Siena property rises the monumental Oak of Checche, a downy oak (Quercus pubescens) ultra secular. Absolutely not to be missed ..
Tel. 00390578755167
Places
SPONTANEOUS HERB COLLECTION COURSE
A walk among our meadows with a botanist. Collection, legends, properties of spontaneous plants. Practical explanations on how to use them to make natural dyes and inks, curative properties, aromatherapy and traditional herbal medicine.
Activities
Castiglione della Pescaia
Castiglione perched on a promontory overlooking the sea and the Maremma Coast and on top of which there is an Aragonese castle. The shady paths alternate with pine forests. And then Castiglione is famous for its nightlife and wine bars.
Places
Osteria Il Granaio
Friendly and relaxed restaurant serving traditional Tuscan cuisine
Tel. +39 0577 726975
Restaurants
Pinocchio Park
This is the theme park dedicated to Pinocchio, where children together their parents can relive the adventures of the famous wooden muppet.
Activities
Le Carriere del 19 (every year the 19th of Augu...
Unique historical re-enactment: in one day the three districts of the village of Scarlino challenge each other in multiple races, from archery to the parade, the award for the best decoration of the districts to running-race in costume.
Tel. +39056637023
Activities
Snorkeling on Elba Island
Don your mask and fins and swim with the brighly colored fish who inhabit the shores of this unspoilt island. Snorkling along the coast of Elba is an unforgettable experience for anyone who loves marine life: floating on the water's surface
Places
CUCINARCANTANDO - open Kitchen
In this organic gastropub run by Grazia De Tommaso you can taste a complete cookery experience: during your cooking lessons you can cook by yourself all dishes, using exclusively organic local fresh products.
Tel. +39 0577 922250
Restaurants
PRIVATE YOGA COURSE
1 hour and a half of a private Yoga class with a qualified teacher.
Tel. +393294250285
Activities
Kayaking
Glinding across the water with the sun at your back: discovering Elba in kayak is a unique and relaxing way to explore this island's shores. Rental kayaks are available on the Sant'Andrea beach, and from here your adventure begins!
Activities
I Salaioli
In a cozy and charming square of Pistoia, i Salaioli is at the same time a grocery store with local products, an excellent restaurant featuring tuscan cuisine, and a gathering place where people can drink aperitifs before dinner.
Restaurants
Arte a Colori Gallery
A Contemporary Art Gallery of painting and sculpture, realized by well-known artists and art-beginners, that organize events and theme exhibitions where the world of art meets social backgrounds, as in "Meet Art, Feed Art" exhibit.
Tel. +39 0577 1981483
Activities
La Torre di Gargonza Restaurant
A renowned restaurant run by the hotel property and by Susi Brogi the chef who serves typical cuisine and authentic Tuscan dishes made by simple ingredients and seasonal produce accompanied by fine tuscan red or white wine of the area.
Tel. +39 0575 847065
Restaurants
Osteria il Papero
Tuscan cuisine prepared using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients
Tel. +39 3384302267
Restaurants
Le Crete Senesi
There are no icons such as squares, cathedrals, castles identify this territory only intimate corners like that cypress, an old farm house, the curve of the dirt road, the window of the farm.
Places
Francigena Road
Born as an itinerary of faith, it connected northern Europe with Rome. It crosses the most beautiful villages in Tuscany and represents a journey to the roots of Italian and European culture for modern tourists and pilgrims.
Activities
Reopening the Spice Apothecary of Santa Fina in...
Among the various attractions to visit in San Gimignano is an important role the Pharmacy of Santa Fina. The Spice Apothecary, reopened on May 9, will close its doors on October 31.
Tel. +39 0577 942014
Activities
Chiesa di Vitaleta
Unesco World Heritage Site, located on top of a hill is a strange and fascinating church in Val d'Orcia.
Places
SPA EXPERIENCE
The grapes, their leaves and wine have extraordinary antioxidant properties and can have beneficial effects on skin, circulation, forms of stress and skin ageing.
Tel. +39 0575612679
Activities
Leather Crafts from Tuscany
Hand made leather crafts at "La Dolce Vita" in Buonconvento. All products are made entirely by hand according to the Tuscan leather processing tradition and all materials are hand selected from the best Italian tanneries.
Tel. +39 0577 806344
Shopping
Art Studio di Adelina Quadri
A Montichiello in Piazza San Martino No. 1, you can find Adelina Quadri. She exhibits her paintings. Since you will find many paintings depicting the Val d'Orica and the rolling hills of Tuscany. Sometimes his paintings become real dreams.
Tel. +39 0578 755167
Shopping
St Antimo and Monte Oliveto Abbeys
At short distance from our hamlet there are two beautiful abbeys: S. Antimo, among Brunello vineyards, and Monte Oliveto Maggiore, with its frescoed cloister. Two perfect settings to listen to Gregorian chants.
Places
Golf
With 18 championship holes and a driving range, the Argentario Golf Club occupies 77 hectares in an environment of great landscape value which has received the "BioAgriCert" environmental certification.
Tel. +39 0564 810292
Activities
Contemporary art in the center of an medieval town
Galleria Continua may be one of the most important contemporary art galleries in Italy, but they've chosen the quaint San Gimignano as their headquarters. Take in the austere towers and rich history of the town and see work by artists
Tel. +39 0577 943134
Places
Bird-biowatching
Get to know the island's biosphere through its fauna, including its wide variety of birdlife. Spend a morning or afternoon birdwatching, and learn even more about this unspoilt natural oasis.
Activities
Under the Sea
Beneath the waves, the sea surrounding Elba has treasures just waiting to be discovered: colorful fish and marine life and sunken ships which have been resting on the sea floor for centuries. The diving center is just 150 m from the hotel.
Activities
Cooking Classes in Tuscany
Discover the delicious recipes of Tuscan cooking by the chefs a relaxed and unique scenery. At the end of the cooking session you can taste the dishes prepared together!
Activities
Osteria la Limonaia
Outside the city center of Pistoia, this family run restaurant represents the joy for all those who want to discover the authentic flavors of the tuscan cuisine!
Restaurants
Rental service with driver
The driver can assist you on a single day or multiple day wine lovers experience in Tuscany, exploring the most well known wine areas, riding along scenicroads and amazing landscapes. For couples or small groups. Reservation in advance.
Tel. 3397057182
Activities


