Where to stay in Tuscany - The best countryside, towns and villages

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  • čas přidán 28. 05. 2024
  • It's all about where to stay in Tuscany based on your type of trip: countryside or towns/villages, with family and kids or just your partner, for a short or long stay, with or without car.
    More info, maps, best hotels, top restaurants
    mel365.com/where-to-stay-in-t...
    Best hotels & accommodations in Tuscany
    FLORENCE
    Canto degli Scali: www.booking.com/hotel/it/cant...
    Elisa Guest House: www.booking.com/hotel/it/elis...
    SIENA
    Grand Hotel Continental: www.booking.com/hotel/it/gran...
    Hotel Palazzetto Rosso: www.booking.com/hotel/it/pala...
    Hotel Italia: www.booking.com/hotel/it/hote...
    PISA
    Relais Lorebian: www.booking.com/hotel/it/rela...
    LUCCA
    Casa Paolina: www.booking.com/hotel/it/casa...
    AREZZO
    Cento Passi dal Duomo B&B: www.booking.com/hotel/it/cent...
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    What is the difference between a hotel and an agriturismo? mel365.com/what-is-agriturismo/
    00:00 Introduction
    00:33 Florence
    02:21 Pisa
    03:29 Lucca
    04:42 Arezzo
    05:41 Siena
    07:14 Best areas for wine tasting
    08:01 Best without car
    09:04 Where to stay in Tuscany countryside
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Komentáře • 75

  • @viviennewest1867
    @viviennewest1867 Před rokem +3

    It’s great to learn about the other half of me, yap half Italian, half English with a bit of Croatian and marred a German. Son married a Romanian.

  • @nespolinho
    @nespolinho Před 2 lety +10

    Arezzo is sop underrated.
    Monte san Savino, Cortona , and all the casentino valley are precious and full of history, but most of all , really not busy and enjoyable, price reflect that .

    • @carlosacchelli8451
      @carlosacchelli8451 Před rokem +1

      Hai ragione perché Arezzo è un città interessante, ma anche la mia LIVORNO è un po' sottovaluta eppure c'è un lungomare tra i più estesi ed affascinanti d'EUROPA, il suggestivo ( specialmente by night) quartiere di Venezia, il Museo Civico FATTORI e lo splendido SANTUARIO di MONTENERO, raggiungibile con la funicolare, con un panorama mozzafiato! Invece sono riprese sempre le solite 3/4 città...ma in realtà in Toscana ci sono almeno 20/25 luoghi da visitare. Saluti.

  • @pennypeyton1908
    @pennypeyton1908 Před rokem +3

    LOVE Arezzo!! LOVE Tuscany!! Montalcino and Montepulciano are also two of my absolute favorites.

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před rokem +1

      All outstanding destinations. Love them 💛💛

  • @TNothingFree
    @TNothingFree Před rokem +7

    We drove 3 hours to saturina, was wonderful.
    Got to a small town to have lunch, the people were super nice.
    Best time ever.
    We missed Lucca and Arrezo, so maybe one day we'll be back there for more :)
    Renting a car in touscany is a must!

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před rokem

      So happy u had a blast. Just back from yet another trip there and I can't stop myself travelling there

  • @diopinzon
    @diopinzon Před 9 měsíci +1

    I travelling soon…. And this video has made change the whole itinerary 😅 … IM GOING TO TUSCANY NOW!!!! 😂😂

  • @dona5961
    @dona5961 Před 7 měsíci +1

    There is only one place in the world where everyday life is so completely reflected in the sublime, in a wonderful mix of nature and culture........it is Tuscany.
    Marie-Henri Beyle, Stendhal

  • @shin-i-chikozima
    @shin-i-chikozima Před rokem +8

    The wonderfulness of Tuscany full of delicious foods and wines is off the charts
    From
    A corner of the Land of the Rising Sun🇯🇵

  • @tobysadler3205
    @tobysadler3205 Před 2 lety +6

    Thanks for the tips. We stayed in the gorgeous village of Gombitelli, 12km from Lucca and 25km north of Pisa. Visited both and more, best holiday ever❤

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před 2 lety +1

      So glad you had a great time!!. Lovely part of Tuscany

  • @katiirabbi
    @katiirabbi Před 2 lety +9

    I stumbled across Arezzo by accident when I got off at the wrong stop on the train, and what a wonderful mistake!! Absolutely lovely town, so underrated, I went in March so there was barely any tourists.

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před 2 lety +2

      That's the beauty of Tuscany. You can still find beautiful hidden corners

  • @mercedess88
    @mercedess88 Před rokem +3

    Just watched the video about Tuscany. I can't wait for the opportunity to go.. Thank you for all the information. Subscribed to your channel. :))))

  • @sdmaero
    @sdmaero Před rokem +4

    Grazie, great video, excellent information and a contagious love of Tuscany. Can't wait to visit asap.

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před rokem +1

      Looking forward to my next trip there in a few weeks , with another interesting video too 😁

  • @vivianchierentin7561
    @vivianchierentin7561 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I was there last month I rented a car was wonderful amazing place I loved that ❤️

  • @vsgtrek
    @vsgtrek Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks (Grazie) for this info. My friends and I will be staying in a small village monteriggioni near Siena . I was a bit hesitant about renting a car, but now I’m confident in going ahead and renting one. Your photos are stunning!! Again thanks for sharing the info!!

  • @vineetarora4334
    @vineetarora4334 Před rokem +2

    Libbiano, peccioli has amazing cypress trees views. Close to pisa, San Giminiano, Volterra, Siena

  • @kristinlink2970
    @kristinlink2970 Před rokem

    Heading to Lucca and Florence in just a few weeks. I just can’t wait! Thanks for more info

  • @korenng5553
    @korenng5553 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Great video & very helpful...going here this May for niece Tuscany Wedding !

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před 2 měsíci

      Enjoy your trip and most importantly have a great wedding time

  • @jillianhenderson2720
    @jillianhenderson2720 Před 2 lety +2

    Very helpful vlog, thank you.

  • @LL-ch5ce
    @LL-ch5ce Před rokem +1

    Hello Stefano, love your video. I've been to Florence several times and love everything about it. I traveled to Lucca on my last trip and have to disagree about this area. It was very difficult walking inside the main area, was getting lost on the tiny streets and alleys, and didn;t find the experience very enjoyable. It was also at least an hour and a half away from Florence by train!

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před rokem +2

      Thanks for your feedback. Really appreciated. I love how we are all different. Lucca is one of the Tuscan towns I actually love the most. That is what I always say on my website and videos, we all like places in a different way. Again, thanks for your comment

  • @brabimsahoo3101
    @brabimsahoo3101 Před 2 lety +3

    Very informative. Keep up the good work

  • @carlosacchelli8451
    @carlosacchelli8451 Před rokem +2

    W LIVORNO ( ♥️ a beatiful Town), w all Tuscany Forever. Ciao

  • @graceantonio3573
    @graceantonio3573 Před rokem +1

    😂❤Wow thank you!

  • @bourdon845
    @bourdon845 Před rokem

    Cool !

  • @hoovergrant
    @hoovergrant Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you!

  • @jemimahileah
    @jemimahileah Před 2 lety

    Thank you!!!

  • @NLW288
    @NLW288 Před 9 měsíci +2

    you had me at Val D' Orcia. Grazie!

  • @form76
    @form76 Před 4 měsíci

    Tuscany is inarguably the most picturesque region in the eorld and Val D'Orcia is the cherry on the top of it .

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před 4 měsíci +1

      The most beautiful way to describe Tuscany💛

  • @danielrodriguez5349
    @danielrodriguez5349 Před rokem +1

    Aloha,
    Grazie for providing such detailed information!!
    What village is pictured at :27 of your video?

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před rokem

      Thanks for your comment 👍🏻 San Gimignano, famous for its towers

  • @VDoma1
    @VDoma1 Před rokem

    Hello! What is the music beginning at about 8:15? Thank you!

  • @zoobenhof
    @zoobenhof Před rokem +3

    Hi Stefano, What's the name of the song you've used in this video ("...falling down, rain falling down, another side of heaven")? Great video, btw - we're planning a trip to Tuscany in November and your suggestions are very helpful!

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před rokem

      Cheers. Can you give me the minute of the video. Easier for me to look it up. Cheers

    • @VDoma1
      @VDoma1 Před rokem

      @@StefanoFerro 8:15 :)

    • @shakalakabuumbuum
      @shakalakabuumbuum Před rokem

      Did you find the song? :)

    • @ismailmoumni
      @ismailmoumni Před rokem

      Another side of heaven by plastic 3

  • @juliewarrington4238
    @juliewarrington4238 Před rokem +2

    Palio July 2 and August 16.

  • @TradewindsVacationkits
    @TradewindsVacationkits Před 10 měsíci

    Love the music and the video. Whats the name of the song?

  • @miabeia3117
    @miabeia3117 Před rokem +2

    I’m a new subscriber!❤ do you think that the month of December is a good time to visit for a month? Thanks so much!

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před rokem +1

      Thanks 👍🏻👍🏻 it can be quite cold and possibly snowing. A complete different experience with snow. It's very rare nowadays it does happen.
      Honestly, if the cold weather is now an issue for you, then December is a good month, not as busy as well

  • @MB-M-zr7vr
    @MB-M-zr7vr Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for the video. Any suggestions where to stay if go to Tuscany for a month?

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před 2 lety

      No worries. It really depends on the month I believe.
      If in summer, I would stay in a town close to the sea, in this way you can take easy half-day trips to the beach. Pisa and Lucca are great options in this respect.
      In Autumn I would stay in Siena, close to some amazing wineries, great to experience the busiest time of the year, when they pick up the grapes and make the wine.
      In winter, Florence, well connected to everywhere in Tuscany and the busiest place in Tuscany (but far from the busy time of summer)
      Arezzo is a great option for spring if you prefer to be far from the crowd experiencing the local life.
      I hope I was able to help out
      Cheers

  • @johnharvey1786
    @johnharvey1786 Před 2 lety +3

    Just back from a week in San Quirico d’Orcia. Great location but you do need a car. The surrounding countryside is fantastic. Pienza is lovely, Montalcino and Montepulciano are both very good. Siena is ok but very very busy however the Duomo di Siena makes the visit worthwhile as it’s stunning.

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před 2 lety

      Hi John, it looks like you had a blast there. Wonderful part of the world.
      Indeed it can all be done with local transportation. Having a car gives more flexibility of course, but public transportation is good as well.
      Totally agree on Siena, unmissable, but busy

  • @madamlakwatsera5674
    @madamlakwatsera5674 Před rokem +1

    Thanks

  • @kuharious
    @kuharious Před 24 dny

    Stefano, wife and I are looking for a place to stay between our time in Florence and Rome as we close out our three week trip to Italy. Looking at Arezzo. Would love to know why you mention as a romantic destination. Love your videos.

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před 23 dny

      Romantic because the historical centre is so beautiful but not as touristy as the other cities in Tuscany. Still expect narrow lanes, cobblestone streets, local tavernas, etc. Another town you should consider between Rome and Florence is Orvieto. It's in Umbria, just a few km from Tuscany. I love it. It's located on top of a small hill reachable with a sort of cable car from the train station. The old centre is once again so beautiful.
      Enjoy your trip

  • @jodiehebert8285
    @jodiehebert8285 Před rokem +2

    I wonder where is best and inexpensive to do a long-term rental in Lucca, Pisa or Arrezzo for retired couples? Of course, no car and using public transport.

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před rokem

      Without a car ....I would say Pisa. Arezzo if you prefer a more charming town, although Posa is so well connected

    • @MarcoArezzo76
      @MarcoArezzo76 Před rokem

      Arezzo of course, so many people from all over the world came here to stay... But "the city of gold" is not so cheap.

  • @kylemiller4890
    @kylemiller4890 Před 9 měsíci

    What is that song at min 7??

  • @thetiredtourist3927
    @thetiredtourist3927 Před 10 měsíci +1

    one word... Pietrasanta

  • @laurabattistini3509
    @laurabattistini3509 Před rokem +2

    Vivo in Maremma

  • @mscuppycake1993
    @mscuppycake1993 Před rokem +1

    I want to spend 1 month in Tuscany what do you recommend?

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před rokem

      Have a check to mel365.com/tuscany-itinerary/
      Plenty of material there 😁
      Cheers

  • @65alef
    @65alef Před 11 měsíci

    Cari stranieri venite a Lucca nella mia città ma quando andrete sulle Mura non ci sono auto a circolare ma se avete bambini teneteli vicino a voi e non lasciateli andare da soli perché possono cadere al di sotto visto che non ci sono parapetti e transenne nella maggior parte del percorso ...e noi lucchesi non ce le vogliamo

  • @simonad4503
    @simonad4503 Před 11 měsíci

    Non hai messo Carrara però!

  • @martincarstensen8527
    @martincarstensen8527 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I'd add in that if you want countryside agriturismo you'd be better off learning some basic italian phrases. The miscommunication can be frustrating at times when you don't speak the same language.

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před 10 měsíci

      Indeed, not everyone talks English. A few words will help. Also there are a few translations Apps which are great for that

  • @korenng5553
    @korenng5553 Před 5 měsíci

    And

  • @thetiredtourist3927
    @thetiredtourist3927 Před rokem

    Pisa... the most overrated part of Tuscany

    • @StefanoFerro
      @StefanoFerro  Před rokem +1

      Pisa is not only about the tower and the cathedral. There is more than that in the old town. Certainly is not as beautiful as Siena or Florence