One of the most common questions we receive is “when is the best time to visit Italy”? The answer depends on your individual needs, but certainly September, October and November are some of the most underrated months of the year to visit. While summer often steals the spotlight as the most popular time to explore Italy, there's something truly magical about experiencing this country during the fall. Here are a few uniquely Italian experiences during this beautiful time of year.

Tuscany is graced with some of the best natural hot springs in the world. Nearby spas offer comprehensive health and beauty treatments. With so many thermal springs in Italy, here are our top recommendations for a visit.

A vacation rental in Lucca provides and idea base for exploring much of Tuscany. Here are 12 unforgettable day trips for your inspiration.

Discover our recommendations for day trips from Cortona.

Umbria's cuisine is delightfully rustic and simple, relying heavily on olive oil. Here are some of our favorite restaurants in the region. 

How the Ruin Used as Bramasole Became a Stunning Luxury Villa

Discover our recommendations for day trips from Cortona.

A vacation rental in Lucca provides and idea base for exploring much of Tuscany. Here are 12 unforgettable day trips for your inspiration.

Some of our favorite books on Italy and travel. These picks will hold you over until your trip.

Villa Bramasole from Under the Tuscan Sun (now known as Villa Laura) featured in Soft Surroundings.

This restaurant guide concentrates on two popular Florence neighborhoods, the central area near Il Duomo, and the charming neighborhood on the other side of the Arno, near the Giardino di Boboli and Palazzo Pitti. Florence’s immediate surrounding area is also covered, and there is a special section on Florentine nightlife.