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Siena and Tuscany's Wine Country

Rick Steves' Europe
Rick Steves' Europe
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👁️ 1.1M views📅 8 years ago⏱️ 25:01
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Creator's Key Takeaways

Tuscany seems to be every Italy connoisseur's favorite region and for good reason

Sienna's loss became our sightseeing gain as its political and economic stagnation preserved its purely Gothic identity

The message a community ruled by a just government enjoys peace prosperity and is a great place to raise your kids

I love the apptivo apptivo is Italian for happy hour basically get a cocktail and you know it's not a cheap cocktail but it comes with lots of nice munchies and the best view in town

Creator's Tips & Advice

Enjoy an aperitivo on a great square in Siena
Visit the historic Hospital of Santa Maria delisca for frescos showing medieval healthcare
Try panforte, a chewy local delicacy in Siena
Stay in a farmhouse B&B (agriturismo) to experience Tuscan countryside life
Make appointments ahead for winery visits in wine country

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the key historical and cultural highlights of Siena?
QHow can travelers experience authentic Tuscan cuisine and wine?
QWhat is the Palio horse race and why is it significant?
QWhat are the benefits of staying in a farmhouse B&B in Tuscany?

Port Highlights

Montalcino4 Happy Bacon
Top: Winery visit to Santa Giulia
Montepulciano4 Happy Bacon
Top: Winery visit to Antinori Winery
Siena4½ Happy Bacon
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Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide © 2016 | Siena, once a proud and independent city-state, retains its confidence and unique traditions. We'll enjoy a front-row seat at its wild horse race — the venerable Palio — and marvel at cultural treasures from the days when it rivaled Florence for leadership of Tuscany. Then we'll head into wine country for a little "dolce vita" under the Tuscan sun. #ricksteves #ricksteveseurope #tuscany Visit http://www.ricksteves.com for more information about this destination and other destinations in Europe. Check out more Rick Steves’ Europe travel resources: • “Rick Steves’ Europe” public television series: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/tv-show • “Travel with Rick Steves” public radio program: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/audio/radio • European Tours: https://www.ricksteves.com/tours • Guidebooks: https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/guidebooks • Travel Gear: https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/ • Travel Classes: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/travel-talks • Rick Steves Audio Europe App: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/audio/audio-europe Rick Steves, America's most respected authority on European travel, writes European travel guidebooks, and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio.