Basilica di San Francesco
Arezzo
(4971 Km)
The Gothic basilica of Arezzo is rich in frescoes of 14th century Tuscan painting. Inside you can admire one of the greatest masterpieces of the Renaissance, the "Legend of the True Cross" by Piero della Francesca, the extraordinary cycle painted by the artist between 1453 and 1459 c.a. in the Bacci chapel.
Uno scrigno prezioso: il Sistema Museale di Castiglion Fiorentino
Castiglion Fiorentino
(29 Km)
Pieve di San Pietro
Loro Ciuffenna
(13 Km)
Pinacoteca Comunale
Castiglion Fiorentino
(29 Km)
The Municipal Art Gallery is located in the former sacristy of the Church of Sant'Anna di Castiglion Fiorentino. Several goldsmiths are collected inside it, such as the thirteenth-century Holy Cross of French manufacture and the canvas of “St. Michael the Archangel” by Bartolomeo della Gatta.
La casa Museo di Ivan Bruschi
Arezzo
(22 Km)
In the House Museum of Ivan Bruschi it is offered the opportunity to observe an extraordinary collection of archaeological finds, medieval and modern sculptures and ceramics, jewels, coins, pictorial works, porcelain, furniture, glass, textiles and costumes, weapons and books. It was in fact Ivan Bruschi, a passionate collector and traveler, who launched the idea of the Antiques Fair, which since 1968 has been a moment and a place that makes the city a point of reference in the world of antiques.
Museo "Venturino Venturi"
Loro Ciuffenna
(13 Km)
This Museum was founded in honor of the artist Venturino Venturi. Inside, we can admire all his sculptor and pictorial works. The museum offers many services, including guided tours, bookshops and facilities that facilitate the disabled. With this institute we want to give more importance and remember a great artist from this area.
Museo Comunale
Lucignano
(25 Km)
The Municipal Museum is located on the ground floor of the thirteenth-century Palazzo Comunale di Lucignano. Inside it, it houses various sacred materials from different churches in the territory and from the Hospital of Sant'Anna. The most valuable work is represented by the Golden Tree, a rare and wonderful reliquary, about 2 meters high that was located inside the church of San Francesco.
Museo "Ernesto Galeffi"
Montevarchi
(7 Km)
The museum, dedicated to Ernesto Galeffi, was inaugurated in 2001. It houses a large collection of works of modern art, the work of the artist himself. Sculptures, paintings and drawings are exhibited that make up a collection of great cultural and artistic importance. The museum is available for all interested parties.
Museo Paleontologico dell'Accademia Valdarnese del Poggio
Montevarchi
(7 Km)
The Paleontological Museum is part of the Valdarnese Academy of Poggio. The original collection was established in 1809, thanks to the donation of the first collection, by the Monaco of Vallombrosa, Luigi Molinari. The materials are set up in the nineteenth century, with forty windows exhibited in three galleries. The Museum houses 1600 exhibits. Among them we find vegetable fossils and an interesting collection of animal fossils, between the age of the Upper Pliocene and the Lower Pleistocene.
Casa Museo Ivan Bruschi
Arezzo
(22 Km)
The museum is located inside the medieval palace of the Capitano del Popolo, precisely in front of the Parish Church of Santa Maria, the ancient house of Bruschi. The building dates back to the 13th century; in the fourteenth century it was owned by the Camaiani family; later, in the fifteenth century it was owned by the city government.
Casa Vasari
Arezzo
(21 Km)
This palace was purchased in 1540 by the painter, architect and art historian Giorgio Vasari. Even though the artist was busy with his travels throughout Italy, he did not give up taking part in the construction. The palace, after the painter's death, passed into the hands of several families until in 1911, the State decided to buy it and make it a museum open to the public.
Museo di Arte Medievale e Moderna
Arezzo
(21 Km)
The museum is located inside Palazzo Bruni — Ciocchi, built for the Bruni family and became, over time, the property of the Ciocchi family. We can see paintings, glass objects, tombstones, reliefs and medieval and Renaissance sculptures. The State Museum of Medieval and Modern Art is on three floors.
Museo 'A. Cassioli'
Asciano
(27 Km)
Built in 1991, the Cassioli museum is open from Tuesday to Friday from 10.00 to 13.00 and from 14.30 to 17.00. All the works present inside were granted by the Art Institute “Duccio di Buonisegna” in Siena.
Museo Archeologico e d'Arte Sacra
Asciano
(27 Km)
The Museum of Sacred and Archaeological Art contains one of the most important collections of the Musei Senesi foundation, the network created to unite the 25 museums of the Province of Siena. The museum of sacred art displays tables, wooden sculptures, canvases and sacred furnishings coming from the religious buildings of Asciano and its territory with some fundamental works for the history of medieval Sienese art, like the Nativity of the Virgin of the Master of Observance and the St. Michael the Archangel by Ambrogio Lorenzetti.
Bastioni di Santo Spirito
Arezzo
(21 Km)
The current arrangement of the Bastion dates back to 1800, when the entire central part of the door was knocked down to expand access to the San Bernardo district and was replaced with a barrier. From the current Bastions the axis of Corso Italia branches in the direction of the historic center, which serves as a link between the lower part and the top of the hill. It is also flanked by buildings of considerable prestige and architectural value.
Monumento a Guido Monaco
Arezzo
(21 Km)
Guido Monaco, to whom this statue is dedicated, was a great theorist of Italian music, originally from Arezzo. In 1864, to honor his figure, the Council of Arezzo ordered the construction of the monument. The statue was completed in 1882 when the city of Arezzo was celebrating the centenary of the birth of Guido Monaco.
Palazzo della Fraternita dei Laici
Arezzo
(22 Km)
The Fraternity of Santa Maria dei Laity is a building where a charity association founded in 1262 by a group of Arezzo directed by the friars of the Dominican Order, still active today for the activity welfare of the population. The construction of the structure began at the end of the 14th century, but the works ended only in the 16th century. In 1552 Felice da Fossato realized the famous work of the Clock, which indicates the hours, days, moon phases and the motion of the sun.
Palazzo Pretorio
Arezzo
(22 Km)
The Palazzo Pretorio is an ancient building built between the XIII-XIV century. Over the years it has undergone several renovations as it was also used as a prison (17th-20th century), later it became a Medieval Museum and a Picture Gallery (after serious restorations). Today the building is home to the Library of Arezzo, rich in private and public bookstores.
Monumento a Francesco Petrarca
Arezzo
(22 Km)
On 25 November 1928, the great monument to Francesco Petrarca was inaugurated. This monument was built to honor the sixth centenary since the birth of the great poet.
Casa del Petrarca
Arezzo
(22 Km)
Francesco Petrarca, an opera poet of literature, is also known as the founder of the Italian language. His birthplace is located in Borgo dell'Orto. After a first period when the building was private, it became the seat of the Arezzo Police Station. Currently the structure is known as the Petrarch Academy of Letters, Arts and Sciences. Inside, in addition to the rich library, we can also admire a particular collection of coins from various eras.
Palazzo della Provincia
Arezzo
(22 Km)
The construction of the Palazzo della Provincia of the city of Arezzo dates back to 24 February 1913. It was built on a project by engineer Giuseppe Paoli. The inauguration of the building took place on 27 September 1925 with the conclusion of the wall works. Several companies contributed to the realization of the decorative works such as: sandstone works, wrought irons, wood works, living room furnishings and those of stained glass windows.
Palazzo del Comune
Arezzo
(22 Km)
The Palazzo Comunale was built in 1333 and is located in the city of Arezzo. The architecture of the building is of fourteenth-century origin. Over time, the palace was restored several times. There are portraits, busts, the stone statue of the Madonna and Child and the Wedding Room with a stone fireplace. Today the palace is home to the Town Hall.
Palazzo Bruni Ciocchi
Arezzo
(21 Km)
It is a Renaissance building, known as Palazzo della Dogana for its' functions' in the 19th century. The property initially belonged to the Bruni family, to, then, switch to the Ciocchi family and, later, to the Barbolani. It underwent numerous renovations and, immediately after World War II, it hosted the Museum of Medieval and Modern Art.
Porta San Lorentino
Arezzo
(21 Km)
Porta di San Lorentino is of sixteenth-century origins. Despite the restorations it has undergone over the years, it still retains the original structure. It was named so because of its proximity to the church of the same name. It was a very important place for the social and commercial development of the area.
Porta San Clemente
Arezzo
(21 Km)
The Porta San Clemente is located at the north entrance of the Medici wall circle in Arezzo: the same was destroyed in the mid-sixteenth century. In 1833 the Gate was renovated and designed by Lorenzo Balocchi.
Porta Trento e Trieste
Arezzo
(22 Km)
The Porta Trento of Trieste, is the most recent in the city of Arezzo and was opened in 1816. Initially it was called Porta Ferdinanda or Porta Nuova and took its current denomination after World War I. It was erected with sober and elegant forms, designed by Neri Zocchi, near the bulwark of San Giusto. The door today is in excellent condition and easily accessible.
Piazza Grande
Arezzo
(22 Km)
Piazza Grande, also known as Piazza Vasari, was built in the XVI, designed by Giorgio Vasari. Known for its trapezoidal plan and a romantic setting, thanks to the Baroque style of the surrounding buildings. On the square we can find two structures of interest: the Giostra del Saracino and the Antiques Fair. Today the Square is populated for various events and exhibitions of works of art.
Palazzo delle Logge del Vasari
Arezzo
(22 Km)
The Palazzo delle Logge del Vasari is located in Arezzo. In 1573 the building was designed by Vasari on the requests of the municipality and in 1595 the construction of the building was completed. The architecture of the palace is considered the most beautiful that has ever been realized. Today the palace is among the most visited in the city.
Castello di Battifolle
Arezzo
(16 Km)
The castle of Battifolle rises on a hill above the small village of the same name, a few meters from the exit of Arezzo. The present appearance of the castle still has the shape of an irregular square, the same as it had since 1381. The lower part of the outer wall curtain is equipped with a strong footprint. Instead, the main entrance is strengthened by a massive square rivet, known as 'bumper'.
Abbazia di Monte Oliveto Maggiore
Asciano
(34 Km)
It is a monastic complex located in the municipality of Asciano. The Abbey was born on a hill inside the woods where you can find: pines, oaks and cypresses. It is considered one of the most important monuments in Tuscany.
Torre Arnolfo di Cambio
Castelfranco di Sopra
(17 Km)
The Torre Arnolfo di Cambio is a symbol of the city of Castelfranco, and was part of a beautiful castle built by Arnolfo di Cambio from which it also took its name. Currently the only part remained intact is the tower, which over the years was restored several times. In 1500, a clock and a bell was added to the structure on the top, from which you can enjoy a beautiful view.
Piramide di Montaperti
Castelnuovo Berardenga
(24 Km)
The Pyramid of Montaperti is a very special monument, built in memory of the Battle of Montaperti. The Pyramid was built in romantic times and is currently owned by the Berardenghi family.
Palazzo Comunale
Castiglion Fiorentino
(29 Km)
The Palazzo Comunale di Castiglion Fiorentino was built during the fourteenth century by the Perugini and was later renovated in 1489, the period when the General Council Hall was built. During the 16th century, the balustrade of the staircase was made of stone. The current appearance of the building dates back to a renovation that took place in 1935.
Logge del Vasari
Castiglion Fiorentino
(29 Km)
The Vasari Loggias were built in 1513 and are located in the Piazza del Municipio of Castiglion Fiorentino. They were retouched by Vasari and represent the most significant and best successful work of the architect from Arezzo. The Portico is bright and underneath the entrances of the ancient shops open.
Castello di Montecchio Vesponi
Castiglion Fiorentino
(31 Km)
The Castle of Montecchio Vesponi was built around the 9th century and was part of the fief of the Marchiones. The fortress is located on the summit of the hill overlooking the Val di Chiana. The structure consists of powerful walls interspersed with eight towers and an agile main tower of about thirty meters. The walls have signs of the houses used by the peasants and inside the keep is a private residence.
Castello Montedomenichi ruderi
Cavriglia
(11 Km)
The Montedomenichi Castle was built on an existing structure that dates back to Roman times. It is assumed to have taken its name from the Domeniche family. We don't know when it was built, but already in the fourteenth century it resulted in written documents. It was several times the scene of wars and clashes, so much so that in 1483 it was destroyed by the Florentines. Today, only small parts of its massive structure are present.
Castello di Querceto
Greve in Chianti
(23 Km)
The construction of the Querceto Castle dates back to the Lombard era. Since 1897 it has been part of the property of the Francois family. The Castle was transformed into a wine shop, where high quality wine is produced. The building, together with the company, can be visited.
Borgo Castello di Lamole
Greve in Chianti
(22 Km)
The Castle of Lamolesi was built between the tenth and twelfth century. Its structure is elliptical, 600 meters long. The castle looks like a group of houses that together constitute a defensive wall. Currently, in the castle there is a small restaurant and a shop that sells agricultural products.
Fortezza Medicea
Lucignano
(25 Km)
The Medici Fortress was built on a hill for defensive purposes. Its structure includes two ramparts, different from each other, and a curtain. The project was much bigger and more impressive but it was never finished. Today only the ruins remain, even these are preserved rather badly.
Cassero e Torre Senese
Lucignano
(25 Km)
Cassero and Torre Sienese is an ancient building, dating back to the Middle Ages, around the middle of 1300. The structure was designed by Bartolo Bartoli, who made it an addition to the city defenses, also incorporating the tower that rises high and imposing. Both have a square plan. Currently, the property is privately owned and is undergoing renovation, but tourists can still admire it from outside.
Porta San Giusto
Lucignano
(25 Km)
The Gate of San Giusto takes its name from the church dedicated to San Giusto, in fact, which is located nearby. Today he is in a state of degradation.
Porta San Giovanni
Lucignano
(25 Km)
The Porta San Giovanni is located in the municipality of Lucignano. Currently, it is in very poor storage conditions. For this reason, a restoration project is underway. The project is carried out by the architect Alessio Bartolozzi of the Urban Planning Office of the Municipality of Lucignano.
Torre Longobarda Diroccato
Montevarchi
(5 Km)
The tower of Lombard origin was built on the hills of Montevarchi, for reasons of defense. It enjoyed a strategic position, from which he controlled the entire surrounding area.
Villa Castello Bonsi
Reggello
(26 Km)
The Villa Castello di Bonsi belonged to the Bonsi della Ruota family. In the eighteenth century the Villa was handed over to the friars of the Convent of Carmine in Florence, before being purchased by the Gattai Puddings. These, still the owners of the Villa, turned it into a Castle. Part of his restoration was done by the painter Raphael Sorbi.
Castello di Torre del Castellano
Reggello
(25 Km)
The Castle of Torre del Castellano rises on a hill and dominates from above all the neighboring territory. The construction dates back to the Middle Ages and was initially by Countess Willa. Later he passed to the Castellano, from which it takes its name. Its main function was to defend against enemies. After the restoration work, today it is used as an agritourism company.
Castello Poggio Castellare
Reggello
(24 Km)
The Poggio Castellare Castle is a very ancient building. In fact, today it is only accessible through a path that can be walked through and we can only observe the ruins that have remained over the centuries.
Castello di Leccio
Reggello
(27 Km)
The Castle of Leccio or Sammezzano was built in 1605 under the order of the Ximenes of Aragon, with a Moorish style. In 1878, it hosted King Umberto I. During the twentieth century, after World War II, it was converted into a luxury hotel. It is currently in a state of neglect, but it still retains its splendor. For a year we have been working to bring it back to its original beauty.
Cattedrale di San Donato
Arezzo
(22 Km)
The Cathedral of Arezzo: Gothic church containing the tomb of Pope Gregory X, dating back to XIV century, the 'Cenotaph Tarlati', the fresco of Mary Magdalene by Piero della Francesca and the glass windows of Marcillat.
Anfiteatro Romano
Arezzo
(22 Km)
Built between first and second century A.D., it has the classic elliptical shape. At present you can see, even if only partially, the audience and the remains of the ambulacra.
Fortezza Medicea
Arezzo
(22 Km)
On the hill of San Donato (Avenue B. Buozzi ), it's an important example of defensive military architecture of the sixteenth century. The ramparts of the Fort are a strategic viewpoint over the city, the Arno Valley.
Teatro Petrarca
Arezzo
(21 Km)
It 's the most important theater of Arezzo. Its construction, in 1828, was due to a stock company composed of citizens of Arezzo. It was considered a place of prestige for several major theater companies.
Museo Archeologico Statale Gaio Cilnio Mecenate
Arezzo
(21 Km)
It is the most important archaeological museum in Arezzo. It spreads over two floors. On the ground floor there is a topographic presentation, on the second floor a thematic exhibition with objects of palaeontology, prehistory and numismatics.
Castello di Meleto
Gaiole in Chianti
(16 Km)
The Castello di Meleto stands majestically in the enchanting Chianti landscape at the end of a pleasant avenue flanked by cypresses and junipers. The property is located in the middle of the fields and vineyards kissed by the sun, 1 km from Gaiole in Chianti...
Villa Bianchi Bandinelli o Villa di Geggiano
Castelnuovo Berardenga
(21 Km)
The Villa, declared a National Monument for the perfect preservation of the eighteenth-century decorations and furnishings that are located inside it, has a beautiful Italian garden with views of Siena and an important Teatro di Verzura.
Castello di Vicchiomaggio
Greve in Chianti
(27 Km)
Castello di Verrazzano
Greve in Chianti
(30 Km)
Pieve di San Vincenti
Gaiole in Chianti
(15 Km)
Le Mura
Radda in Chianti
(20 Km)
Palazzo del Podestà
Radda in Chianti
(20 Km)
Chiesa di San Salvatore
Castellina in Chianti
(27 Km)
Chiesa di San Martino a Cispiano
Castellina in Chianti
(27 Km)
Chiesa di San Giorgio alla piazza
Castellina in Chianti
(28 Km)
Consecrated in 1084, the Church of San Giorgio is located in Piazza nel Comune di Castellina in Chianti.
Pieve di Sant'Agnese in Chianti
Castellina in Chianti
(27 Km)
Since 1046, the parish church of Sant'Agnese is located inside a fortified complex, which includes the chapel of the company, the bell tower, the rectory and the cloister. The façade was rebuilt respecting the original profile, while the interior is presented in the form conferred after the last war and consists of three naves divided by five arches resting on pillars. South of the cloister there is a bell tower that in the past was a tower of defense.
Museo Archeologico del Chianti Senese
Castellina in Chianti
(27 Km)
The museum is located in Castellina in Chianti. Inside it is possible to see many archaeological and historical finds coming from the Chianti area. The museum is also part of the Musei Senesi Foundation.
Necropoli del Poggino
Castellina in Chianti
(25 Km)
Tumulo di Montecalvario
Castellina in Chianti
(27 Km)
Abbazia di Vallombrosa
Reggello
(29 Km)
Abbazia di Vallombrosa is situated in the beautiful Forest, created and cared for by monks until it was declared in 1973,' Natural Biogenetic Reserve '. The impressive building, which is dominated by the tower and belfry from 1200, looks like a castle. Inside the Abbey there are numerous works of art. Around the Abbey, in the forest, there are chapels and shrines linked to episodes of the life of Gualberto head of the monasticism of Vallombrosa. The paths that lead to these small religious buildings offer visitors many opportunities for meditation.
Pieve di San Pietro a Cascia
Reggello
(23 Km)
The parish church of San Pietro a Cascia is located in Cascia in the town of Reggello. It is one of the most interesting churches of Valdarno for the quality of the sculptures and the architecture, referring to the late twelfth century. Inside, the three naves are divided by monolithic columns.
Museo Masaccio
Reggello
(23 Km)
The Massiccio Museum contains paintings and religious art objects dating back to the period from the fifteenth century to the nineteenth century, coming from Cascia and other churches of Reggello.
Chiesa di Sant'Agata
Reggello
(26 Km)
The church of Sant'Agata belong to different churches wanted by Matilda of Canossa. This is thought to date back to 1230. Architectural complex consists of the church, the bell tower, the rectory and an adjoining cloister.
Antico Borgo Medioevale San Giusto
Figline Valdarno
(30 Km)
Ancient Medieval Village, then monastery of Vallombrosane nuns with the church dedicated to the saint who still gives name to the farm: San Giusto.With the Napoleonic Edict in which he contemplated the confiscation of the assets of the church.