Brunelleschi’s fortress in Vicopisano In the centre of Vicopisano’s historic centre is the magnificent fortress known as La Rocca. The brainchild of the Renaissance engineer Brunelleschi, this impressive feat of…

Our town of Vicopisano is located on the official olive oil trail of the Monte Pisano, a small range of hills that rises like an island between the cities and…

Many towns in Tuscany are dominated by towers and Vicopisano is no different! There were once more than a hundred visible towers here back in Medieval times before they were cut…

Meet local artisans at work and buy original pieces Tuscany is a land of artisans and many are already aware of the merchandising logo “Made in Italy” a globally recognised…

With its varied terrain of rugged peaks and gentle rolling hills the Monte Pisano offers the perfect landscape for many outdoor activities such as trekking and mountain biking, whereas the…

Small group experiences Guests of Authentic Tuscany have the opportunity to enjoy fun, hands on cooking classes with our chef Olimpia. Learn how to prepare, cook and present a typical…

Charterhouse Monastery and National Museum HistoryBe prepared to be amazed and surprised by this incredible historical building which lies at the end of a lane close to the small town…

The Piaggio (Vespa) Museum The Vespa scooter….. it’s up there with the Leaning Tower, pizza and Pavarotti when one brings to mind the symbols of Italy. The Piaggio factory which…

Wine tasting and gastronomic tours Discover the Pisan wine route and the quality wines of the region. From Vicopisano you can reach Pisa’s wine region in just 25 minutes on…

Beaches and Coast Line In the hot summer months, a day at the beach can be a welcome break after days of sightseeing and crowded cities. There are sandy beaches,…