Explore Tuscany
Italy,s central region of Tuscany has a wealth of landscapes, art and architecture.The capital of Tuscany, Florence, holds many of these treasures in it,s grasp, such as the statue of David from Michelangelo, the Duomo basilica and the Uffizi Gallery both hold works created by the Florentine painter, Sandro Botticelli.The Apennine Mountains, the Island of Elba and the town of Chianti each hold their own unique landscapes.
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Language Spoken
Currency & Time Zone
Cuisine
Meals
Inexpensive Restaurant meal 15 Euros, Mid-range Restaurant meal 60 Euros, Combo Meal 8 EurosDrinks
Vodka 11 Euros, Whisky 13 Euros, Coke/Pepsi 1,50 - 3 Euros, Bottle of Wine 3 - 10 Euros, Cappuccino 1,20 - 1,50 Euros, Water 0,30 - 1,70 Euros, Beer 1,10 - 7 Euros
Transportation
Taxis
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 4 Euros, Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) 2,30 Euros, Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) 43 EurosGeneral Transport
The Train allows you to travel across Tuscany easily, whilst buses are also available for use - bus tickets can be bought from tabacconists.Things to do in Tuscany
Walk about the Piazza del Duomo and see how the renaissance shapped Florence.Admire the care that was put into creating the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, both it,s exterior architecture and interior decoration.Pay a visit to the Uffizi Gallery to see it,s massive collection of renassaince paintings.
Medical Precautions
Recommended Vaccines
(Italy) The following Vaccines are recommended when traveling to Italy:
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B and Rabies.The following vaccines are taken routinely when coming to Italy: Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
- TDAP (Tetanus
- Diphtheria & Pertussis)
- Chickenpox
- Shingles
- Pneumonia
- Influenza
- Meningitis and Polio.
Top 10 Packing Essentials
- Italy Power Adapter
- Daypack
- Filtered Water Bottle
- Jeans or similar
- Camera
- Umbrella
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Swimsuit
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable shoes
- Raincoat and a First Aid Kit.
