They say the best things in life are free and Tuscany certainly has plenty of enriching experiences to offer that won’t cost you a penny. These outdoor activities and jaw-dropping sights will nourish both body and mind.
Wallow in a hot spring
There are plenty of natural hot springs to enjoy around Tuscany, many of which are free to use. Take a dip in these thermal baths in the wilderness to be at one with nature. Among the best are in the south of the region, including the Cascate di Mulino waterfalls at Saturnia, and the hot springs at Bagni San Filippo.
Swim in the sea – or lie on the beach
Tuscany isn’t all about rolling hills and lush countryside, this region is also blessed with a coast of craggy coves and pine-fringed beaches, especially in the Maremma. Spend a day on the sands and take a dip in the sea at the old seaside town of Castiglione della Pescaia, not far from Grosseto, or the Marina di Alberese, a peaceful beach in a nature reserve a little further south.
Visit a museum
Plenty of state-run museums in Tuscany offer free admission on the first Sunday of every month. Plan your trip accordingly and you can tick off some of Tuscany’s most impressive attractions, such as Florence’s Uffizi Gallery, without having to open your purse.
Get an overview of Florence
It’s not on the usual list of attractions, but one of the best things to do in Florence – and for free – is to climb the steps to the Piazzale Michelangelo for sublime views across the city.
Discover Roman Siena
Go in search of Roman treasure in Siena. The city dates from the first century AD and has plenty of Roman ruins around the city to warrant whiling away a few pleasurable hours delving into the past. Keep an eye open for the dappled red bricks that were made using small crimson stones mixed with cement in Roman times.
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Towns & villages
- Arezzo
- Camaiore
- Castagnoli
- Castellina in Chianti
- Castelnuovo Berardenga
- Castelnuovo di Garfagnana
- Colle di Val d'Elsa
- Cortona
- Florence
- Forte dei Marmi
- Gaiole in Chianti
- Greve in Chianti
- Grosseto & Maremma
- Lecchi in Chianti
- Livorno
- Lucca
- Montalcino
- Montepulciano
- Monteriggioni
- Orvieto
- Panzano
- Perugia
- Pienza
- Pisa
- Pistoia
- Radda in Chianti
- San Donato in Poggio
- San Gimignano
- San Gusme
- San Miniato
- Siena
- The Tuscan Coast
- The Chianti
- Vagliagli
- Val d'Orcia
- Viareggio
- Volpaia
- Volterra
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Things to do
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- Family activities in Tuscany
- Wild Swimming in Tuscany
- Local Events & Festivals
- Chianti wine trail
- Shopping in Tuscany
- Tuscany Wines
- Fishing in Tuscany
- Golf in Tuscany
- Cycling in Tuscany
- L’Eroica
- Self guided walks
- Tennis in Tuscany
- Chianti Sculpture Park
- Star-Gazing in Tuscany
- Thermal Springs
- Hunting Truffles in Tuscany, Italy
- Local wildlife
- Coffee in Italy
- Olive Oil Tuscany
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- The Big Picture: The Palio
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- Get back to nature at these three top beauty spots on the Tuscan coast
- Relax in the soothing waters of Tuscany’s thermal spas
- Return to medieval times at these three fun festivals
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- Get pedalling, there’s an ice-cream waiting at the top of the hill
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