Located in the heart of Tuscany, Siena is a city where there is a magical atmosphere, rich in history, art and a passion still alive for traditions. The historic center, bordered by ancient walls and divided into 17 Contrade, encloses narrow alleys, picturesque views and a unique shell-shaped square. This is Piazza del Campo, home of the famous Palio, the 'passionate horse race originating in the 1600s that takes place every year in July and August. It is overlooked by the Torre del Mangia and the Palazzo Pubblico, an obligatory stop to admire masterpieces of the most celebrated works of fourteenth-century Europe, as well as a short distance away the Duomo and the Santa Maria della Scala Museum Complex contain masterpieces of medieval Italian art and sculpture. Indeed, the combination of architectural and cultural beauty found in this medieval city has made its historic center a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Only 1 hour away from the resort you can travel to an open-air art gallery: Florence. Known as the cradle of the Renaissance and the art capital of the 15th century, it is a city that continues to attract visitors from all over the world. Among the city's best-known sites are the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the Baptistery, the Uffizi Gallery, Palazzo Pitti and the Galleria dell' Accademia.

But even walking through the streets of the historic center, discovering its gardens such as Boboli, strolling along the Arno and falling in love with the view from Piazzale Michelangelo. Florence is magical in every way.

Monteriggioni stands on top of a low hill planted with vines and olive trees. The village is surrounded by a circle of perfectly preserved 13th century walls and 14 square-based towers. Walking along the walls, you can admire the beautiful landscape of the Montagnola Senese and the Chianti area. The heart of Monteriggioni lies in its square, which can be accessed through the medieval gates of the timelessly charming hamlet.

San Gimignano is a real jewel of the Val d'Elsa land, a small village perched and surrounded by thirteenth-century walls, between the hills of Chianti and Val D'Orcia. Inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a heritage site to be preserved, San Gimignano is known for its ancient towers (originally 72) that dominate the landscape and are unmistakable even in the distance.

In addition to the typical alleys and historic buildings, visitors can admire the Cathedral, the Piazza della Cisterna and the ancient medieval fountains.

The famous Cistercian Abbey of San Galgano is one of the most evocative and fascinating monasteries in all of Italy, known to be completely in ruins and roofless. You will undoubtedly be captivated at first sight! The story dates back to the distant 1100s, when the noble knight Galgano Guidotti decided to give up his wealthy life and to have a chapel built on Mount Siepi, where he died as a hermit. A short distance from the Abbey is the Hermitage that guards the mystery of 'Excalibur', the sword that St Galgano drove into the rock as a sign of peace.

The ideal city exists! Pienza is a small jewel set in the rolling hills of the Val d’Orcia, a wide and beautiful countryside in southern Tuscany characterized by rolling hills, cypress trees, vineyards, olive groves, as well as forests and wheat fields. Pienza is characterised by its splendid square, its buildings steeped in history, narrow streets and glimpses full of romanticism and Tuscany.

Panoramic terraces, alleyways, the famous pecorino cheese and many other surprises await you to enrich your Tuscan stay with wonderful memories!