Things to do

Florence

Florence is one of the most charming cities in Italy. It's full of history, being the birthplace of the Renaissance and has a quaint and romantic feel with picturesque spots and beautiful architecture at every turn. It's a compact city and the Santa Maria Novella train station is right in the historic center. Stroll down the riverfront and see the amazing bridges beautiful day and night. Reach Florence by car in 45 minutes. (Be sure you don't drive into the city center or you'll find a 100€ fine when you return home.) One reason why Florence is so pedestrian friendly is because the historic center is closed to traffic except for residents, taxis and buses. Great news for walkers and cyclists, not so great for drivers. This area is known as the "zona a traffico limitato" or ZTL, meaning it is a restricted traffic zone. Take a quick scenic train ride from Pontessieve Station and be in the center of Florence in less than 25 minutes. A one way ticket costs 2-3€. Bus fare is 1.20€.

Rome

Amalfi Coast

Venice

Cinque Terre

Travignoli, Wine tasting

Wine Tasting And Tour At Travignoli Winery Tel: 0039.055.8361098 Info@travignoli.comvia Travignoli 78, 50060, Pelago (Fi) The beautiful and seemingly endless vineyards you drive past on your way to Ristonchi are part of Travignoli, a historic wine production area. World-renowned for growing wine for it's soil, altitude, sunny days and cool nights. Travignoli is recognized as one of the oldest Italian wineries and has received "Italia 150" an award given by the National Unioncamere to the 150 oldest and longest-lived historic companies in Italy. Tour and Tasting: 15€/person or 22€ with snacks (recommended!)

Vallombrosa Abbey

Tour And Shop At Vallombrosa Abbey 055 862251 Loc. Vallombrosa, 115, 50066 Vallombrosa, Reggello Fi A beautiful ancient Abbey that enchants in all the months of the year. In summer you can listen to classical music concerts. Inside the monastery do not miss the kitchen and the library (guardian of a centuries-old amanuensis writing, of incunable and rare manuscripts). On the ground floor you'll find the Antica Pharmacy filled with products handmade by monks including liqueurs, honey, chocolate, creams and more.

Shopping

Luxury designer outlet mall brings some of the world's most famous fashion brands to one single location

Grocery

Coop in Pelago 8 minute drive: Open 7:30-13:00 & 17:00-20:00 (closed Sundays) Alimentari DeglInnocenti Emiliano 10 minute drive Coop in Pontassieve 15 minute drive: Open Mon-Sat 8:00-20:30 Sun 8:30-13:30