Could Spring be the best time to visit Tuscany?
Much like a bear waking up after its winter slumber, Tuscany reminds me of doing much the same opening itself up again to the world. Stretching its beauty, and soaking in all of nature’s wonder ready for the long sunny months ahead. It’s a time when piazzas start to draw people in again, conversations continue late into the night. The evenings see tourists walk the cobbled streets, pulling up a chair and Aperol.
The endless shades of green fill the fields and vineyards prepare themselves for their next act of giving. Tuscany is magical and forever beautiful, but perhaps Tuscany in Spring is when it puts on the best show of all. In this blog we share with you our personal experiences which perhaps might shine a light on Tuscany from a different perspective.


When exactly is best in Spring?
Come March, Tuscany is preparing itself. Winter has drawn to a close and the temperatures rise. The air is fresh, mornings still crisp, yet the sense of fresh blooms and golden sunsets are starting to reappear. The hot day comes and goes, but nothing like the intense heat of Summer, where each day can feel like a battle of finding shade and keeping hydrated.
Late April and May is just about perfect, the chills have gone and summer crowds yet to appear. Is this the ideal time to visit? Life is back, not with throngs of people but the abundance of flora and fauna. Forests and fields are glowing in every shade of green there is, whilst produce and local ingredients fill the farmers markets with artichokes, truffles and Italian herbs. Visiting Tuscany in Springtime, you’ll walk the markets thinking Tuscany is putting on a personal show, to then return to your villa, with utter privacy enjoying the delights purchased earlier in the day over the course of the evening.

The Allure of Spring in Tuscany?
As we’ve touched on and the main point of all. It is just quieter, restaurant reservations are relaxed, your glass of Chianti is with you before you can turn your phone off and finding those parking spots is less of a tussle.
The most common we’re seeing though, is the heat, as the world warms up even further, you get to enjoy more of what is on offer and you get to enjoy longer days actually being able to be under the Tuscan sun than the shade of a Cypress tree.
Let’s also talk about the Spring light, a photographer’s dream – soft mornings, bright sunsets, mists sitting in valleys — creating a magical backdrop for photography and a romantic ambiance. A sunrise balloon flight or a personalised wine tour, the season of the first olive blossom and the bianchetto truffle, the farmers’ markets are reawakening, providing every Spring traveller with moments and flavours to savour.
Finally, like most things in life, purchasing something out of peak travel dates, your budget travels further, with accommodation prices lower than those from the peak summer months. We can offer shorter stays, where usually summer are minimums of a week, enabling you to see different parts of Italy or trying different homes. You are also set to have a more personalised experience where locations are quieter, landscapes sit in stillness and restaurateurs have the added time to give you a unique and tailored experience.



HIdden insights
- Pack cleverly. Tuscany spring travel in early season will bring cooler evenings or nights and a little rain- so don’t forget to pack some layers and a raincoat.
- Be prepared to slow down and enjoy the pace of Tuscan life. Attuning to the local rhythms and allowing each day to unfold.
- Flying in. Note that here are no non-stop flights from the US to Tuscany. Flying into Roma, Milan or Bologna allows you to explore some of the most famous Italian cities. A short onward flight to Pisa, Florence or a private chauffeur service will get you to the heart of Tuscany.
- Best months for Tuscany Spring Travel. From April through to the end of May, Tuscany come alive in its Spring glory. March remains a little wet so may be worth avoiding.
- Katie’s Personal view on Tuscany in Spring. “I was bowled over by the buzz of the bees, the birdsong, the flowers and the vibrancy of the landscapes. It was the Tuscan beauty I had experienced only in Summer before. This felt more special, with fewer people and somehow, it’s glory was amplified.”
Our final thoughts
Personally, Spring is the best time to visit Tuscany. It is something to behold and savour. Where travel feels slower and the dreamy sites and places, provide more moments to cherish and discover. You are simply getting all of Tuscany’s beauty but with fewer people.
Like Provence, Tuscany quietly offers its soul and beauty year-round. Though destinations like these can at times feel overbearing. The heat, busy roads and crowded squares can be avoided if you’re able to travel in spring. You see your destination of choice in its true beauty, at a time when you might not have expected it.
Spring is the season of life and awakening. One might say this is just the perfect time to book your trip to Tuscany. This is when it whispers rather than shouts, and sometimes, that’s exactly when places become unforgettable.


Two of our favourite regions FOR A SPRING TIME HOLIDAY:
When you dream of Tuscan landscapes and golden hues, dotted with cypress trees and farmhouses, this is the place. Exceptional wines, endless views and some of the most beautiful homes we know. Of course, not forgetting the vibrancy of the poppy filled fields which add to the beauty of the rolling hills in May.
Drive the winding roads of Chianti and discover some of Tuscany’s most alive vineyards. Pass through hill-top villages full of soul and character. Ideal for flying into and enjoying Florence, Chianti is one of the most popular areas in Tuscany. Many of our hidden gems of Tuscany are located in the Chianti region. If driving is not on your list of priorities, the Chianti region is ideal for cycling enthusiasts, allowing you to see the landscapes at a different pace. Spring is often seen as the best season to cycle in Tuscany, with the wildflowers, the Spring beauty and most of all the quieter roads.
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