Central TuscanyActivities

Activities in Central Tuscany

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    Scuola Leonardo da Vinci

    Italian-language school with supplementary cultural and culinary options.

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  2. Treno Natura

    A great way to see the stunning scenery of the Crete Senese, south of Siena. The line dates back to the 19th century but trains now run exclusively for tourists and are staffed by volunteers. The route loops from Siena, through Asciano, across to the Val d'Orcia and Stazione di Monte Antico and back to Siena. Trains stop at Asciano and Monte Antico and connect with the service from Florence. They only run for about 20 days a year so check the website or ask at the tourist office.

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  3. Ecco Siena

    Runs city tours for groups and individuals. Group tours Monday to Saturday, March to October take around two hours and leave from outside the Chiesa di San Domenico at 15:00. Reserve at Siena Hotels Promotion.

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  4. B

    Cantine Contucci

    Opposite to Palazzo Comunale is the Palazzo Contucci and its extensive wine cellar, Cantine Contucci, which is open for visiting and sampling.

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    Accademia Musicale Chigiana

    Offers classical-music courses every summer, as well as seminars and concerts performed by visiting musicians, teachers and students as part of the Settimana Musicale Senese.

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  6. Vineyard Visits

    If you'd prefer to sip your Vernaccia di San Gimignano on the spot, the tourist office organises vineyard visits. Advance reservations are essential.

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    Università per Stranieri

    Offers various courses in Italian language and culture. It’s off Via di Pantaneto 45.

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  8. Hortibus

    Leads tours of private gardens and villas around Siena every Thursday and Saturday.

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  9. E

    Associazione Siena Jazz

    One of Europe’s foremost institutions of its type offering courses in jazz.

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    Società Dante Alighieri

    Language and cultural courses southwest of the centre of Siena.

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  12. Town Tours

    The tourist office hires out audio guides of town.

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  13. G

    Il Sasso

    Italian language courses for non-native speakers.

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