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Poggibonsi

Welcome to Poggibonsi, a charming town in the heart of Tuscany. Explore the historic center, visit the imposing fortress, and enjoy delicious local cuisine. Don't miss the annual Mercantia festival, where street performers and artists take over the streets. With its picturesque landscapes and rich history, Poggibonsi is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.

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Culture4.5/5

Castello della Magione

Castello della Magione in Poggibonsi SI is a striking medieval fortress known for its stunning architecture and rich history, offering visitors a glimpse into the past amidst breathtaking Tuscan landscapes.

Culture4.6/5

San Lucchese

Culture4.5/5

Poggibonsi Archaeodrome - Open Air Museum

Eat$$$4/5

Ristorante il Pozzo

Shop$$$$4.5/5

Osteria La Gramola

Eat$$$4.3/5

Trattoria Piazza Di' Gioco

Eat$$$4.4/5

Bar dell'Orso

Cafe$$4.4/5

Bar Rossano

Drink$$$3.6/5

bar la dolce vita Gelateria

Stays

Stay$$$$4.6/5

Hotel Villa San Lucchese

Set in the hills of the Chianti wine district, this 15th-century villa is now a 4-star hotel with swimming pool, tennis court and Tuscan restaurant with terrace offering panoramic views. Rooms at Villa San Lucchese are elegantly decorated and air conditioned. They come with free Wi-Fi, a minibar and TV with satellite channels. The buffet breakfast includes homemade specialities and organic products. The restaurant has different dining areas, like the Limonaia room, and offers regional delicacies mixed with a selection of wines. Guests can relax at the pool surrounded by the lush garden. Bikes and scooters are available to rent at reception and staff also organise wine-tasting excursions in local wineries. The property is a 20-minute walk from Poggibonsi Train Station, for connections to Florence and Siena. The picturesque town of San Gimignano is just 12 km away.

Stay$$3.9/5

Hotel Toscana Ambassador

Toscana Ambassador is in Poggibonsi, a 5-minute walk from the historic centre and the railway station. It offers free parking, modern rooms with free Wi-Fi, and delicious Tuscan cuisine. The Ambassador Toscana is within easy reach of the Autostrada del Sole motorway, a 15-minute drive from Siena, and a short drive from the green Val D'Elsa valley. All rooms at the Ambassador feature air conditioning, a private bathroom with hairdryer, and satellite TV. Buffet breakfast includes fresh fruit, fruit juices, yoghurt, cereals, homemade cakes and a selection of meat and cheese.

Stay$$$$3.55/5

Semifonte

<h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> Hotel Semifonte in Poggibonsi offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Each room includes a work desk, minibar, and free toiletries. <h2>Dining and Leisure</h2> Guests can enjoy Italian cuisine at the on-site restaurant, relax at the bar, or unwind in the outdoor seating area. The hotel features a garden, coffee shop, and bicycle parking. <h2>Convenient Location</h2> Located 48 km from Florence Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Piazza Cisterna (12 km) and Castello di Staggia Senese (10 km). Guests appreciate the convenient location and attentive staff.

Stay3.9/5

Hotel Alcide

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4/5

1 h

San Gimignano oil mill experience and oil tasting

In the heart of the green Tuscan hills and at the foot of a medieval city of rare charm, the Frantoio di San Gimignano takes you on a journey through time and space through stories, anecdotes and tales of one of the main products of the Mediterranean diet: oil extra virgin olive oil. This historic place of production has now also become a place of discovery and knowledge of the world of oil for the whole family, involving children and intriguing adults through the recreational-educational experiences of the multimedia tour, tasting and shop. Each stage will involve and stimulate the five senses for an experience truly immersive and interactive.

$22.94

4.5/5

2 h

Wine Tasting & Tuscan Lunch - Food and Drinks included

A break of pleasure! Try your typical Tuscan products prepared by our cook all with genuine and fresh ingredients with Tasting of Wines and Olive oils together the staff of Bottega Torciano in San Gimignano. Sip on wine in San Gimignano during a 1.5-hour Tuscan wine and food tasting. Try varietals such as Brunello di Montalcino, Vernaccia, and Chianti Classico, and learn about the distinct Tuscan winemaking regions as you drink. This will make you taste Tuscan flavors and experience a real Tuscan gastronomic experience!

$57.34

3/5

2 h

Private Wine Tasting & Tuscan Light Lunch - Food and Drinks included

A break of pleasure! Try your typical Tuscan products prepared by our cook with Tasting of Wines and Olive oils together the staff of Bottega Torciano in San Gimignano. Sip on wine in San Gimignano during a 1.5-hour Tuscan wine and food tasting. Try varietals such as Brunello di Montalcino, Vernaccia, and Chianti Classico, and learn about the distinct Tuscan winemaking regions as you drink.

$51.61

2 h

Fiorentina Steak Lunch and Wine Tasting

Enjoy a unique dining experience with family and friends. You will be welcomed to stay and enjoy a traditional Fiorentina Steak paired with several vintage-reserve wines: Super Tuscans reserves, Montalcino, Montepulciano ect. Your taste journey will begin with the most common wines, accompanied by an appetizer of salami, cheeses, bruschetta, and snacks. You will then go to the more prestigious wines, together with some together with some fresh handmade pasta. Follow this with the the main reserve wines with the Fiorentina steak. Throughout the tastings, you will learn how to enjoy some good wine, and discover excellent wine-tasting techniques.

$166.29

1 h 30 mins

Chianti wine tasting, IGT, organic Tuscan oil

Il Pino Poggibonsi organic farm, between San Gimignano, Florence and Siena. In 1965 three generations of farmers, Giovanbattista, Vincenzo and Giovanni Mannino, created our agricultural company. Today the love for the land and its fruits has not changed, so much so that the new Mannino generation, or Matteo and Gabriele, perpetuates a family tradition made of will and trust. Our organic products are: Chianti wine, IGT red wine, Tuscan oil.

$63.07

2 h

Vegan or Gluten Free Lunch

Vegan lunch includes: Appetizer: Bruschetta with olive oil, mixed crostini bread and grilled vegetables First Course: Tuscan Ribollita soup or Fresh homemade pasta with vegetable sauce. Second Course: Chickpeas Hamburger with potatoes Dessert: Dry biscuits without eggs and butter with dessert wine The Gluten free lunch includes: Appetizer: Cheeses, salami & Bruschetta with bread without gluten and olive oil First Course: Buckwheat fresh homemade pasta without gluten with vegetable sauce or Lasagna gluten-free. Second Course: Roasted meat with potatoes Dessert: Dry gluten-free Biscuits with dessert wine Wines included: Vernaccia di San Gimignano D.O.C.G. Chianti D.O.C.G. Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. Chianti Classico Riserva D.O.C.G. Brunello di Montalcino D.O.C.G. Rosso di Montepulciano D.O.C. Baldassarre Riserva I.G.T. Cavaliere Riserva I.G.T. Bartolomeo Riserva I.G.T. Vin Beato – Dessert wine Extra virgin Olive Oil Truffle Olive Oil Pepper Olive Oil Old Selected Balsamic Vinegar

$57.34

1 h 30 mins

Wine & Gourmet Tasting - Drinks included

Get a taste of Italy's famous Chianti region on this wine and food tour near San Gimignano. Led by a an expert sommelier-instructor you will taste many of our wine specialties, like Chianti and Chianti Classico. Sample the finest specialties of Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano!

$44.73

4.9/5

3 h

Canyon Zip Line

The first and only Adventure Park inside a Canyon. Canyon Park is built inside a canyon above a crystal blue river. The environment is pristine and the route features zip-lines more than 100 meters long, suspended above the rapids and calm waters inside the Cocciglia Gorges. Canyon Park is endowed of the latest "Continuos Life Line System" which secures passengers to the wire down to the end. Opened in August 2015, Canyon Park is considered a state of the art adventure park with passages like Slack Lines, Nepalese Bridges, Wood Bridges and zip lines scattered all over. Adrenaline and emotions mix up in a unique outdoor experience.

$34.40

5/5

Crete Senesi: eBike Tour Virtual-guided

After booking, the tour begins at the rental point with e-bike collection and activation of the virtual navigation system. This 26 km loop, with 357 m of elevation gain, is rated medium-easy and starts in Monteroni d’Arbia, crossing the heart of the Crete Senesi. The route combines roads, trails and quiet secondary roads, with steady rolling terrain and long stretches through open countryside. The landscape features clay hills, cultivated fields, cypress-lined roads and isolated farmhouses. White gravel roads follow the natural shape of the land and lead to panoramic viewpoints over the Crete Senesi and, on clear days, towards Siena. The most distinctive stop is the Site Transitoire, a stone artwork designed to blend with the surrounding landscape, light and horizon. The return to Monteroni d’Arbia follows more scenic rural roads, completing a tour through one of Tuscany’s most authentic areas. Water, a snack and a fully charged phone are recommended.

$76.84

4.7/5

2 h 30 mins

Quad excursion in the woods with visit to the cellar and tasting

Come and try an authentic Maremma experience! Quad excursions to discover the "Bandite di Scarlino" woods with visit to the cellar and wine tasting. Suggestive landscapes, breathtaking views, local scents and Maremma snacks. A taste of the real Tuscan Maremma and lots of fun for everyone! ATTENTION: To book multiple solutions (e.g. 1 quad with passenger - 2 quads without passenger) it is necessary to first book all the quads "with passenger" (option 2) and then those "drivers only" (option 1). The maximum number of quads that can be booked is 5, all with two seats. TO DRIVE THE QUAD A "B" LICENSE and a minimum level of driving experience are required.

$103.21

5/5

3 h

Kayak Adventure in Tuscany

It consists of a packrafting descent, a special inflatable kayak of the sparkling Lima stream (in spring and autumn) and the Serchio river (in summer) a few steps from the spa town of Bagni di Lucca and the Garfagnana. The activity is forbidden to children under 16 and people over 100kg in weight but thanks to the innovative boat, it also allows beginners to tackle rapids of ww II and III° as a first experience in the river. We are proud to propose the only real adrenaline canoeing activity on the river in Tuscany!! • Discover the rushing rapids of Tuscany on a guided kayak tour • Enjoy the beauty of the scenery as you paid along the Serchio River • Admire the ancient cliffs of the Garfagnana Valley and the Lima Gorges • Feel the adrenaline of conquering the rapids with your experienced instructors • Take a break from history and cultural tourism and let yourself be charged with energy in nature

$74.54

5/5

3 h 30 mins

Pisa Pasta Cooking Class (Private Experience)

Join a hands-on pasta cooking class near Pisa, where you’ll learn how to make fresh Italian pasta from scratch using traditional techniques passed down through generations. Just 15 minutes from the city center, the experience takes place in a charming Tuscan countryside home set on a farm surrounded by olive groves, between Pisa and Lucca. Enjoy a full meal with 3 local dishes: aperitivo, fresh handmade pasta, and dessert, all served with local wine Learn step-by-step how to prepare authentic Italian pasta in a relaxed, fun atmosphere Private experience with personalized attention from your host Flexible round-trip transportation available from Pisa and Lucca All ingredients used during the class are fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced, many coming directly from the farm. Celebrate, cook, and share a special moment together, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

$149.09

5/5

4 h

4 Hour Cooking Class in Tuscan Farmhouse near Siena

Prepare traditional Tuscan dishes using recipes from a true local family. Our family has lived in the area for generations and has been running the agriturismo for over 20 years with our intimate and informal style. Always listen to Nonna! Visit an authentic 17th-century farmhouse and taste some fresh, organic foods. For the class and the meal, we use exclusively fresh local ingredients, including those produced on our farm: oil, vegetables, fruit, jams, chestnuts, and eggs. We grow our produce in a sustainable way, without the use of pesticides and chemicals. For us, farming is synonymous with respect for the environment and protection of the land. We are in love with the beautiful Sienese countryside! Enjoy a delicious meal in the company of both locals and fellow travelers. We will be happy not only to share great food, but also to tell you about our territory and its history, and give you some valuable advice that only a true local would know!

$131.88

5/5

Pisa and Wine Tasting in Tuscany from Livorno

Enjoy a great day with us, visit the cities of Pisa and the famous countryside of Tuscany. This is a great opportunity to combine the city and the Tuscan countryside with its traditions. You will visit a local winery surrounded by the rolling hills of Tuscany where wines will be paired to a delicious light lunch meal. Join us! A drive across the rolling hills of Tuscany and through the narrow streets of Pisa. Simply a must for first time visitors or repeaters!

$1,009.19

5/5

1 h

TOUR and TICKETS, VISIT TO THE MILL AND EVO OIL TASTING

The opportunity to know and see how the real Extra Virgin Olive Oil is produced with the illustration of the manufacturing process directly in the mill. The opportunity to savor the EVO Oils following the instructions of our millers. In our tavern you can then enjoy bruschetta with our oils and the typical Valdoriciana with fresh tomatoes, the typical cold cuts of our area, the pecorino di Pienza, all accompanied by a good Rosso di Montepulciano or Colli Senesi. And finally the traditional cantucci 'with Vin Santo to complete a healthy and fun moment of Tuscan conviviality. The opportunity to know and buy EVO oil but also selected products typical of the area (wines, pecorino di Pienza, Tuscan cured meats, honey, etc.).

$33.26

3 h

Val d'Orcia: 1-Hour Private Photography Experience

Photographic tour in the lands of Chianti and Val d'Orcia, or in the unique Renaissance atmosphere of Florence. An original way to discover this unique land and immortalizing your best moments in the most photogenic spots of the city!

$103.21

5/5

2 h 30 mins

Hunting for the Truffle

the characteristics of an exceptional product to be discovered in contact with nature and to be savored on the plate !

$120.42

5/5

2 h 30 mins

Rafting Adventure in Tuscany in Bagni di Lucca + free pictures

If you're looking for something more adventurous: Summer kayaking in Lima River. Our Rafting Adventure is not just a river descent – it is an immersive experience. Upon arrival you will be greeted by the staff, who will accompany you through all phases of the experience. You will start with the dressing, you just need to bring only the swimsuit. Afterwards, we will board our vehicles to reach the boarding point. Before entering the water, the Guide will carry out a full and detailed briefing. Then the adventure will begin. The descent will take you through exciting stretches of the river, including rapids, small natural slides and moments when you can admire the surrounding landscape. Along the way, there will also be opportunities for diving and water games, making the experience even more immersive. At the end of the descent, our vehicles will take you back to the rafting center. We will take photos and videos of the best moments of your adventure.

$57.34

4.7/5

4 h

Exclusive Private Half Day Shore Excursion from Livorno port to Pisa

A relaxing half day excursion in Pisa to admire the world famous Leaning Tower and other architectural wonders! The tour begins with a walk along the city walls to the ancient gateway, Porta Santa Maria. At the gateway, you will get a unique view of Piazza dei Miracoli with its marble architecture and green, lush, manicured lawns. Immerse yourself in the Piazza and discover its wonders: the baptistery and the cathedral, which are true examples of Pisan Romanesque architecture. You must especially not miss the opportunity to climb the LEANING TOWER OF PISA. Buy your tickets when booking to skip the cue and enjoy the unique experience of climbing the leaning tower. Only a 30 minute drive from Livorno, this tour gives you ample time to explore Pisa at your own pace and return to the ship on time.

$362.97

5/5

Montepulciano and Pienza Tuscan Spirit Vespa Tour

Experience the magic of Tuscany the classic way. Hop on an iconic Vespa for a breezy, half-day adventure through one of the most beautiful corners of Italy. Cruise through the stunning countryside connecting Montepulciano, Montefollonico, and Pienza. This route is carefully selected for its breathtaking scenery, featuring rolling hills, golden wheat fields, and those famous cypress-lined avenues. Ride on smooth, paved roads specifically chosen to be safe and enjoyable, even for beginners or those who haven’t ridden in a while. Ride at a gentle pace so you can soak in the views and the fresh air. Pause in charming spots like the tiny medieval village of Montefollonico and the Renaissance gem of Pienza for photos and a taste of local life. Good to know: To get you on the road safely, there's a one-time fee of €35 per Vespa covering both rental and insurance. Whether you ride solo or with a passenger (max 2 per bike), the price remains the same—just one fee per Vespa!