Procida is a tiny, colorful island off the coast of Napoli that was formed by now-submerged volcanoes. It’s less glamorous than Capri, and much smaller than Ischia, but has a lot to offer for a day trip. It was named Italy’s Capital of Culture for 2022, making it the first island to ever win the […]
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7 Can’t-Miss Things to Do in Padua
Padua, or Padova in Italian, is one of the most dynamic cities in Italy. The youthful energy comes from its huge university, one of the oldest in the world, which calls twenty-something students from all over Italy. If you’re in Venice, we highly recommend visiting this festive city. In fact, Padua is only a 30-minute […]
5 Delicious Fiesole Restaurants (and How to Get There)
With over 2,000 restaurants in Florence, there’s no shortage of great places to eat in the heart of Tuscany! You can find just about every cuisine within the city center, but if you expand your horizons to the areas surrounding Florence, especially Fiesole, you’ll discover even more great eats. Here are our favorite Fiesole restaurants.It […]
Lucca Day Trip from Florence: Must-visits and Insider Tips
A treasure fortified by Renaissance walls, Lucca is one of the most beautiful cities in Tuscany. Located just one hour and 20 minutes from Florence by train it’s the perfect destination for a day trip. So to get the most out of your outing, we put together this list of top things to do on […]
Top 8 Day Trips from Florence: Empoli, Pistoia, San Gimignano, & More
Have you ever wondered what else to do in Tuscany after you’ve already seen all of Florence? You’ve got plenty of options—these day trips from Florence will help you fall in love with this beautiful region even more.If you’re running low on places to visit in Florence and you already know the Uffizi Gallery like […]