3 Day Tuscany Itinerary

Do you have just 3 days in Tuscany and are wondering the best things to see and do? Follow my 3 Day Tuscany Itinerary below along with some tips on where to stay, eat, and how to travel in Tuscany in just 3 days.

Day 0: Florence

Fly or take a train to the Florence airport or train station. Spend a day in Florence taking in these sites: 

• The Duomo
• Michelangelo’s David Statue
• The Ponte Vecchio
• Eat a Florentine Steak (we loved Fuoco Matto)
• Go to a wine bar like Il Santino and have a meat & cheese plate
• Stay overnight in Florence and take in the city

Day 1: Wineries and Lamole

• For the first day of your Tuscany Itinerary rent a car in Florence (it really is the easiest way to get around Tuscany)
• Drive 30 minutes to Antinori nel Chianti Classico (reservation recommended) and enjoy a tasting and tour through this beautiful winery in the heart of Chianti

• Drive to your hotel, check in, and relax! (I highly recommend staying at an agriturismo which is like a Farmhouse right in the heart of a Tuscany winery. We stayed at the one at Castello di Verrazzano and it was incredible and so peaceful!
• Watch the Tuscan Sunset at dinner in Lamole, a town overlooking the Tuscan countryisde. We went to Ristoro di Lamole. Make sure to try their locally made amaro and limoncello!

Day 2: Wineries and San Gimignano 

• Make a reservation at a winery for a tasting, tour and lunch. I highly recommend Castello di Verrazzano which is a winery located in a castle that has been around for 1000 years. The lunch was 5 courses and absolutely incredible, an experience like no other!
• Head to your hotel for a nap and some relaxation. After a big lunch and some wine you’ll want to allow yourself some time to relax at your hotel and enjoy the peaceful countryside before getting ready for another night out!

• Go to San Gimignano. This is an incredible old medieval city that you won’t want to miss. Have dinner with another incredible Tuscan sunset. I recommend making a reservation at Le Vicchie Mura for beautiful views and great food.
• Don’t forget to try a glass of the region’s famous Vernaccia di San Gimignano while you are there!

Day 3: More wineries or spa day, and Siena 

If you still want to experience more of this incredible wine region, you can make a reservation at another winery for day 3. We went to Tenuta di Arceno in San Gusmé and Borgo Scopeto in Vagliagli, both were delicious and so beautiful!

If you are all wined-out you can take the day to relax at your hotel, lay by the pool, or take a cooking class! I recommend Borgo Scopeto Wine & Country Relais for a luxury experience and the most beautiful pool and spa!

Have dinner in Siena overlooking the Piazza del Campo, one of Europe’s greatest medieval squares.

The next day we made our way back to Florence to fly out, full of great wine, food, and wonderful memories! Hope this 3 day Tuscany Itinerary helps you plan out your trip through Tuscany, exploring incredible wineries and medieval towns!

FAQS

When is the best time to visit Tuscany?

• May/June and Sept/Oct are the best weather months since it's not too hot or too cold, and the vineyards will be lush. Grape harvest for the vineyards is in September, which is an extra special time to go.
• July to August is extremely hot and crowded so avoid those months if you can.
• In the winter you get smaller crowds and lower prices, but the vineyards won't have grapes on them and you'll miss out on pool days!

Tips for Driving in Tuscany

• If you don't drive manual, make sure to book an automatic car well in advance
• Make sure you are fully covered with your insurance
• Read parking signs very carefully, especially in cities
• Drive on the right side of the road (same as the U.S.!)
• Drive slowly, but assertively to navigate small roads and sharp curves
• Renting a car usually costs between $50 and $80 a day

How much do things cost in Tuscany?

• Wine Tastings range from $15 a person up to $100 or more depending on the winery and if you are doing just a tasting or a tour and lunch, etc
• There's a wide range of places to stay from low budget Agriturismo's (farmhouses on vineyards) under $100 a night to high end luxury resorts at $500 or more a night
• There's a wide range of food options as well from casual dining for under $10, mid range around $15/$20 and high end restaurants for $100 a person
• Wine is super affordable, you can get a great glass at a restaurant for $5!

What to pack for Tuscany:

• If you are going in the summer, it's very hot so pack loose fitting light clothing like linen. Shirts and shorts are the way to go and summer dresses for women are perfect for winery visits. Most places are pretty casual, but you'll want to look nice at wineries and if you go out for a nice dinner. Skip heels and opt for good walking shoes or comfortable sandals for walking around towns all day with cobblestone streets. Don't forget your swimsuit!
• In the Spring and Fall you'll want to pack layers as it can be sunny one moment and raining the next. Jeans, lightweight pants, shirts with sweaters and good walking shoes or water-resistant boots are the way to go!
• In the winter you'll want to be prepared for lower temps with a warm coat and raincoat as well as sweaters, jeans and water resistant boots

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