Just 20 minutes from Ca’milla.
The Crete Senesi are one of the most evocative places in Tuscany and represent a true treasure chest of naturalistic and artistic beauties.
The particular conformation of the Crete Senesi and the unique atmosphere that surrounds them have made them famous throughout the world and a popular destination for tourists and photography enthusiasts.
Just 20 minutes from Ca’milla.
Arezzo is a gem suspended in time, where past and present intertwine in a harmonious dance.
A journey through time, among flavours, events, stories and antiques, evocative views and vintage charm.
Easily visited on foot, Arezzo is a city full of museums, historical monuments and places where you can breathe the unmistakable atmosphere of Tuscany.
The “Antiques Fair” takes place every first weekend of the month.
Just 25 minutes from Ca’milla.
Cortona is a historic city in the Valdichiana in the province of Arezzo.
The city is enclosed by the ancient Etruscan city walls built on a hill about 600 meters high.
With its elevated position, Cortona enjoys a splendid view of the Valdichiana landscape and Lake Trasimeno (Umbria).
Half of holidays for many VIPs, Cortona has now become famous throughout the world.
90 minutes from Ca’milla.
Thanks to the proximity to the A1 – highway – Rome is only an hour and a half away by car!
A city that truly offers everything, a real open-air museum where, wherever you look, you can admire the traces of a thousand-year-old history and culture.
Colosseum, Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Trevi’s Fountain, the Mouth of Truth, Piazza di Spagna, Pantheon, Circus Maximus, Fori Imperiali… are just some of the historical monuments that you can observe.
50 minutes from Ca’milla.
Thanks to its proximity to the A1 – highway – Monte San Savino – Florence is very closer!
With its museums, palaces and churches it hosts some of the most important artistic treasures in the world.
In addition to the exceptional artistic heritage, testimony to its centuries-old civilisation, it is possible to enjoy the city by walking at sunset along the enchanting Arno riversides.
Land of Dante Alighieri, Cimabue, Giotto, Brunelleschi, Donatello and Masaccio, Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci.
Don’t miss the splendid view from Piazzale Michelangelo… especially at sunset!
10 minutes from Ca’milla, and also visible from the house, you can find the beautiful Gargonza Castle.
The fortified village of Gargonza Castle is a village of medieval origin located in Tuscany. It is surrounded by a 500 hectare wooded property and overlooks the splendid Val di Chiana.
In the thirteenth century it was a fiefdom of the Ubertini, one of the most powerful Arezzo families of the time, but due to its strategic position between the Arezzo Val di Chiana and the Sienese land, the castle was at the center of continuous disputes for its control between the cities of Arezzo, Siena and Florence.
You can also find a delicious restaurant on site.
Standing high atop a hill in southern Tuscany not too far from Siena, Montepulciano is a medieval town of rare beauty highly recommended visiting in Tuscany.
Just be prepared to share the town: Montepulciano has received great attention following the filming of the vampire saga Twilight sequel New Moon here and has seen a notable increase in visitors.
Piazza Grande is the heart of Montepulciano and the setting for its main events, including the barrel-racing Bravio delle Botti contest held in August every year and much more.
A walk through Montepulciano is the best way to view the town and its beautiful landmarks as well as enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside covered by vineyards producing the famous Nobile!
Montalcino, west of Pienza, is a beautiful village immersed in the breathtaking Val d’Orcia Natural Park, renowned all over the world for the production of its precious Brunello red wine.
The fortress has remained practically intact since the Middle Ages and often becomes the special setting for festivals, concerts, and events, such as the famous Jazz & Wine Festival held in July each year, where you might combine the pleasure of listening to fine Italian and international jazz music with that of good drinking!
And don’t forget to visit the nearby Abbey of Sant’Antimo!