Antinori Winery (pictured above) - About 10 minutes from the wedding venue, Antinori is one of the most famous wineries in Tuscany, known for its breathtaking wine vaults carved into the landscape right beneath the vineyards. A variety of wine experiences are offered, introducing visitors to the history, architecture, and flavors of the Antinori estate.

https://www.antinori.it/en/experiences/

Tenuta Del Palagio - Right next to the venue, this winery has been producing wines for over 200 years. It organizes a variety of private, affordable tours for small groups, offering visitors a taste of Tuscan white wine, Chianti red, olive oils, vinegars, Italian meats and cheeses, and more, depending on the chosen experience. Please reserve at least a day ahead.

https://www.tenutadelpalagio.com/wine-tasting/

Castello Vicchiomaggio - About 10 minutes away , Vicchiomaggio is a beautiful and well-preserved castle in the heart of Chianti. Both a hotel and a wine estate, wine tours (by appointment) can include anything from a small wine tasting with bread, to a full cellar tour and four-course meal.

https://www.vicchiomaggio.it/eng/guided-tuscany-wine-tours-and-tastings

Impruneta (15 minute drive) - Known for its fine production of world-famous terracotta, the most important feature of Impruneta is the Sanctuary of Santa Maria, an important site of pilgrimage during the Middle Ages.

San Casciano in Val di Pesa (15 minute drive) - a small local town that offers a nice range of restaurants (like Cantinetta del Nonno), gelaterie, and boutique shops, San Casciano is also close by a villa once owned by Niccolo Machiavelli (which now holds a restaurant) as well as the Museum of Sacred Art.

Greve in Chianti (15 minute drive) - A commune within the Chianti wine district, a Franciscan monastery is still at the heart of the old part of Greve, as is the triangular main piazza, where a market has been running more or less continuously for centuries, serving the nearby castle communities and hamlets.

Panzano (20 minute drive) - not far from Greve, Panzano is a small hamlet most famous for its views of the Chianti hills and vineyards, and its high concentration of delicious restaurants. In particular, it is home to Dario Cecchini, one of the most renowned Italian butchers who was featured on Chef's Table. His restaurants, butcher shop, and panini truck can all be visited in Panzano.

San Gimignano (40 minute drive)- a preserved, walled Gothic hill town with hidden alleys, medieval stone towers, and a museum and church with fine painting and sculptures. A UNESCO site, San Gimignano is often considered one of the prettiest Tuscan towns.

Siena (45 minute drive) - The historic center of Siena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, features medieval landmarks like the Duomo di Siena and Piazza del Campo (which is the site of the world's most famous horserace, Il Palio).

Volterra (1 hour) - A walled mountaintop town, originally one of the main city-states of Ancient Etruria, Volterra features one of the best preserved Roman theaters in Italy.

Lucca (1 hour & 15 minute drive) - a city on the Serchio river, known for the well-preserved Renaissance walls encircling its historic city center and its cobblestone streets.

Pisa (1 hour & 15 minute drive) - a Tuscan city best known for its iconic Leaning Tower.

Livorno (1 hour & 20 minute drive) - A port city on the Ligurian Sea, often considered the most modern among all the Tuscan cities. Though not as popular as other Tuscan towns for tourists, it's well-known for its delicious, fresh seafood, Renaissance-era fortifications, and the Terrazza Mascagni promenade.

Montepulciano (1.5 hour drive) - Surrounded by vineyards, Montepulciano is a beautiful hilltop town known for its delicious wine, family-owned restaurants, Renaissance churches, and the Piazza Grande.

There's a million sights to see in Florence, so much so that we can't list them all, but here's a few suggestions to potentially add to your list!

Palazzo Pitti and Boboli gardens

This is the Medici Palace and a must see when you're in Florence!

Piazzale Michaelangelo

Watch the sunset over Florence from one of the city's most popular viewpoints.

Villa Bardini and the Gardens

Opened only recently to the public, it is one of Florence's well-kept secrets.

Piazza della Repubblica

This is the original Medici Palace before Palazzo Pitti and is now the municipal building of Florence.

The Duomo

Perhaps the most famous landmark of Florence and one of the largest churches in Italy. You can decide if you want to do a tour inside or just marvel at the outside.

Basilica di Santa Croce

The beautiful church where Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Dante, Galileo, and other famous Italians/Mutant Ninja Turtles are buried.

The Statue of David

Housed in it’s own museum (the Accademia Gallery)

It is worth seeing once in your life!

Uffizi Gallery

One of the most prominent collections of priceless Renaissance art in the world, including pieces like Boticelli's The Birth of Venus and Caravaggio's Medusa.

Museo Galileo

Right near Uffizi, this museum is dedicated to history's most famous astronomer and owns one of the world's major collection of scientific instruments (including one of Galileo's preserved middle fingers).

The Gucci Museum & Gucci Garden

For fashion lovers!

Ponte Vecchio

Take a stroll over the Ponte Vecchio, an enclosed stone bridge along the Arno River, where you'll see street artists, opera singers and some great fashion at every corner!

Mercato Centrale

Florence's largest food market, featuring food courts and street stalls selling produce, candies, and handmade crafts

NIGHTLIFE

Piazza Santo Spirito is a city square where a lot of people go for drinks at night and is always bustling.

Il Locale for upscale specialty cocktails in a 1500s palazzo with a 13th-century basement.

Bitter Bar is another popular cocktail spot a short walk from Santa Croce, with a 1920s art deco aesthetic. Ring the doorbell, wait, and be prepared for absolutely no menu - instead, they will craft you your own unique cocktail based on your preferences!

Rasputin, a speakeasy-style cocktail bar within Santo Spirito.

Red Garter is a popular, cheap "American-themed" bar and steakhouse with karaoke every night starting at 9:30pm.

Joshua Tree Pub is a classic dive bar selling beer and Tuscan sandwiches a short walk from the Santa Marie Novella.

I'Margaritaio Cantina Messicana is the perfect fun, relaxed space for lovers of frozen margaritas, Mexican cuisine, and cheap cocktails during happy hour.

Loggia Roof Bar is a rooftop bar located within the Hotel Palazzo Guadagni.

B Roof is another rooftop bar, with an amazing view of the Duomo, within the Baglione Hotel (pictured below).