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    Top 10 best towns in Tuscany to visit, ranked

    Dan O'MuirighBy Dan O'MuirighAugust 3, 20214 Mins Read
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    Italy is truly a country to behold, with lots to see and do across its regions. In one of its best, here are the ten best towns in Tuscany to visit.

    Italy is regarded as one of the most captivating countries, not only in Europe but around the world. Owing to the artefacts of its history, the feint hand of its famed artists, the rich personality of its language, and the charisma of its vivid people, Italy is a must-visit.

    And one of the most fascinating facets of the nation is the region of Tuscany, blending beautifully in central Italy where nearly four million people can bask in its ceaseless countryside, rolling hills, astounding architecture, and an unspoiled coastline.

    Housing these people are quintessential Italian villages, picturesque towns, and buzzing metropolises that are globally renowned architectural masterpieces. Read on to discover the top ten best towns in Tuscany, ranked.

    10. Pienza – a charming Renaissance village

    Pienza is one of the best towns in Tuscany to visit.
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    Kicking off our list of the top ten best towns in Tuscany is Pienza, a small renaissance village declared a World Heritage Site.

    Pienza rests upon a hilltop overlooking the Orcia Valley and owes its name to Pope Pius II, who was born there.

    9. Montepulciano – for wine, medieval sites, and the Renaissance

    Montepulciano is a must-visit.
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    Much like Pienza, Montepulciano is also home to numerous gorgeous Renaissance buildings bathed in Medieval charm and also boasts panoramic views of the Val d’Orcia.

    It is also regarded as one of the world’s finest winemaking regions.

    8. Lucca – the city of 100 churches

    Lucca is one of the best towns in Tuscany to visit.
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    Next on the list of our best towns in Tuscany is Lucca. A spine of world-renowned old city walls protect the city and they are the only city walls in Italy that can be explored fully by foot, bike, or car.

    Beyond the walls is a century of churches and typical Italian architecture.

    7. Pisa – that leaning tower

    You probably recognise the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
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    Pisa’s most distinctive feature is, of course, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, which itself earns the city’s spot on the list.

    It is also home to an elite university, Gothic churches, and Romanesque buildings, with the town partitioned by the Arno River.

    6. Pitigliano – for history from all ages 

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    Pitigliano is carved from volcanic stone and contains relics from many by-gone eras, such as the Bronze Age and Neolithic times.

    Some parts of the town even dates back to the Etruscan community.

    5. Collodi – one of the best towns in Tuscany

    Collodi is a must-visit.
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    Medieval architecture abounds in Collodi, which is a small town that cascades along the Tuscan hillsides. The narrow streets provide your pathway through the town, with a well-preserved history to admire and learn from.

    4. San Gimignano – for towers of wealth and power

    San Gimignano is one of the best towns in Tuscany you need to visit.
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    One of the best towns in Tuscany is San Gimignano, which was once an Etruscan settlement before passing on the roving hands of the Roman Empire.

    It is home to rolling hills that provide an outlook over the towers that dominate the landscape. It is also recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    3. Portoferraio – travel like Napoleon

    Everyone needs to visit Portoferraio at least once.
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    You can find Portoferraio on the northwest coast of Tuscany. A region lined with beautiful beaches, Portoferraio acts as the main seaport of Elba Island.

    Travelling here, you will find the Roman Church of Santo Stefano alle Trane and the town of Villa dei Mulini, which once hosted the villas of Napoleon Bonaparte.

    2. Siena – Italy’s finest medieval city

    Siena is Italy's finest medieval city.
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    Siena is Italy’s principal medieval city, which is no mean feat considering the litany of those found in Italy. The heartbeat of the city is the Il Campo piazza.

    Legend states that Senius, a son of Remus, who was one of the founders of Rome, founded Siena. The world-famous Palio horse race is a must-see when in Siena.

    1. Florence ­– the globe’s purest artistic city

    Florence tops our list of best towns in Tuscany to visit.
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    Where else but Florence to top the list for the best towns in Tuscany? The city is home to museums and palaces that boast some of the world’s finest art.

    Among its many visitor attractions are the Baptistery, the Ufizzi, and the churches of Santa Maria Novella and Santo Croce. 

    A bird’s eye view of the city celebrates the iconic red stone that fills the city’s rooftops. Lonely Planet dubbed Florence the “cradle of the Renaissance”. And we must say, it is truly an enchanting paradise right in the heart of Italy.

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    Dan O'Muirigh is a keen travel writer from Belfast, County Antrim. He has been a regular writer for Ireland Before You Die, The World Bucket List and Meanwhile in Ireland since 2019, covering topics ranging from the Irish countryside, cities, hidden gems, and other standout features to Irish culture, history, and language. He has also contributed to more worldwide and good news articles. Dan holds a law degree and has held a keen interest in writing for many years. He has been immersed in Irish culture, playing GAA, writing about the country, and learning its language. Dan has travelled far and wide across Ireland, with a particular interest in Donegal. He has also travelled around Europe, the Caribbean and South-East Asia.

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