Best time to visit Tuscany
Best time of year to visit Tuscany
April to May and September to October are the best time to visit Tuscany. A trip during late spring and early autumn can be a fantastic experience for a bunch reasons such as thinner crowds, comfortable temperatures, and moderate prices. Not to mention a chance of witnessing wild poppies bloom in early May or grape harvest in September. Warm weather from June to early September attracts tonnes of tourists and sunbathers to the Tyrrhenian coast. Summer is the most expensive period with many local services heading for vacations in August. Low season from November to March can be described in two words—cold and rainy. However, fewer tourists, migrant birds, and great ski days at Abetone are worth a winter trip to Tuscany.
8 THINGS TO DO IN TUSCANY (JUNE 30 - JULY 09)
Flea Markets
Get ready to hunt and maybe you'll be lucky to find something precious
Palio di Siena
A picturesque horse race in the heart of historical Siena
Sunflower Fields
These large yellow flowers will please your eye throughout the summer
Game of the Bridge (Gioco del Ponte)
unconfirmedThis most spectacular tradition in Pisa celebrates the great medieval history
Rio Buti, a Cold Water Swimming Hole
This cool swimming hole near Prato is a wonderful place to chill out on a hot summer day
Strawberry Season
Don't miss the chance to try the best Italian wild strawberries
Beach Season
Turquoise water and plenty of shade make Tuscan beaches a dream summer getaway
Panzanella
This is the summer taste of rural Tuscany
25 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Medieval Festival Monteriggioni
out of rangeOne of the oldest medieval festivals in Italy with dances, music, and traditional crafts
Carnival (Carnevale)
unconfirmedThe whole Italy dresses up in incredible costumes and masks
Wild Poppy Bloom
out of rangePoppy fields attract many photographers trying to capture the beauty of spring flowers
Fiera del Cacio
out of rangeThe cheese fair held in the birthplace of pecorino itself offers the best selection of world-famous Tuscan cheese
Luminara of San Ranieri Pisa
out of rangeOne of the most beautiful nights in the ancient Italian city
Christmas Markets
out of rangeEnjoy holiday shopping, Tuscan food, and festive atmosphere
Vendemmia or Grape Harvest
out of rangeVendemmia is one of the most important seasons in Tuscany
Giostra del Saracino (Joust of the Saracens)
out of rangeFeel the medieval spirit during this ancient knight competition held twice a year in the city of Arezzo
Olive Harvest
out of rangeLive the life of a Tuscan farmer participating in traditional harvest activities
Viareggio Carnival (Carnevale di Viareggio)
out of rangeUnique masks, floats and traditions make this carnival a must-see
Bravio delle Botti
out of rangeA fun wine barrel race in a picturesque old town of Montepulciano
Bringoli Feast of San Martino (Festa dei Bringoli di San Martino)
out of rangeDelicious handmade spaghetti is a real treat for the real foodies
Fosso Bianco, Bagni San Filippo
out of rangeA Tuscan natural phenomenon surrounded by stunning views
Easter Holidays in Tuscany
out of rangeColourful religious processions are the main highlight of the Holy Week in Tuscany
Sagra del Tordo
out of rangeA medieval festival in Montalcino, with an archery competition between the districts
Chestnut Season
out of rangeOne of the most awaited street foods in Tuscany
Birdwatching
out of rangeNumerous birds choose Tuscany as their temporary winter home
Infiorata di Pitigliano
out of rangeAn incredible work of art which lasts for just a few hours
Palio della Balestra
out of rangeThis medieval crossbow competition is a real celebration of the Renaissance era
Festa dell'Unicorno (Unicorn Festival)
out of rangeThe biggest fantasy festival in the country
Halloween
out of rangeItalians love holidays, and Halloween is no exception
Vino Novello
out of rangeThe bottling of new wine is a great chance to taste the best Tuscan wines
Skiing & Snowboarding
out of rangeA lovely small ski resort close to Florence—Abetone
Orange Blossoms Harvest
out of rangeFragrant oils obtained from orange blossoms are widely used in perfumery
Pistoia Blues Festival
out of rangeA famous music festival held at the medieval cathedral square
