by Local Host
Today’s must-see picks highlight Tuscany’s capital city of Florence.
Da Vinci’s birthplace
About a half-hour’s drive from Florence down a small country road is an old farmhouse in the town of Anchiano. Here it is believed that Leonardo da Vinci was born in April of 1452. Farther down the road in the town of Vinci is the chapel where he was christened.
La Casalinga
For comfort food in a Tuscan setting, look no further than this quaint little establishment. What else would you expect from a restaurant whose name translates to “housewife”.
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by Rosemary Riley
Benvenuti, or welcome, to our series of posts on Florence, Italy. Over the next two weeks, escape everyday life as you check back for our latest travel stories on the city known as the “Cradle of the Renaissance.” We’ll highlight the must-see sights on every savvy traveler’s list as well as the hidden charms of one of the world’s most alluring cities. And take note of local host picks – your where-to-go and what-to-see tips that only an insider would know.
During your vicarious visit to Florence, you’ll cruise into Tuscany down the Highway of the Sun for a bite of comfort food and a glass of locally produced Chianti. Stroll along the banks of the Arno River and catch a glimpse of Giotto’s spectacular Bell Tower. Your Florentine experience is only just beginning…
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