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Cycling is certainly one of the best ways to discover a new place and it's probably the ideal mode of transport for getting to know Tuscany better. It offers the chance to find hidden gems, get well off the beaten track and to take in the breath-taking landscapes which surround without getting into an accident. You can take your time, enjoy the fresh air and truly immerse yourself in the whole experience. One company, in particular, is all about giving a true experience of Tuscany and offers one day bike tours which explore this beautiful region. This is IBikeTuscany, a small Florence-based company which organizes bike tours in Tuscany, and was founded by Marco Vignoli, a former bicycle racer who wants to share his passion for cycling and Tuscany. If you want to be involved in sharing these passions with Marco, just find a holiday rental in Florence and get exploring the Tuscan countryside.

If you're planning on finding a villa with internet in Florence so you can go continue to go about some aspects of your normal life while on holidays, you might also be worried that a Tuscan holiday could have adverse effects on your fitness levels and/or physique. It is rather hard to say no to all that delicious food, after all! In order to enjoy that great city while still fitting in time for your regular workouts, why not try something a little different instead of just hitting the nearest gym? The Florence Run tour is just the thing for this, bringing together exercise, exploration of the city with a guide and Tuscan food...what more could you ask for?

There are already plenty of reasons to visit the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence. Set in the heart of the historical part of the city, the natural flow of the tourists passing through the area, alone, could bring you to its doorstep, even if you hadn't actually planned to end up there! However, it is also an important building historically, culturally and administratively and a key sight in Florence because of its art, architecture and history. Adding to the permanent displays and the building itself are the temporary exhibitions which are often housed inside the Palazzo Vecchio.

Currently, there is a very special exhibition taking place entitled, “The Prince of Dreams. Joseph in the Medici tapestries by Pontormo and Bronzino”, which displays tapestries that were commissioned by Cosimo I de' Medici in the 16th century. Shown in the room they were made for and all together again for the first time in over a century, it is a special treat for art and design lovers. Just find a luxury villa in Florence and see these extraordinary works for yourself.

The Church of the Ognissanti, or Church of the All Saints, in Florence is one of the earliest Baroque examples in the city and dates to the first half of the 17th century. It is, perhaps, due to this that it is not a particularly flamboyant example of the Baroque. It is, however, a grand and beautiful building.

This great beauty and historic merit is enhanced by the presence of works inside the building by Ghirlandaio and Botticelli. Off the beaten tourist trail and very much a hidden gem, this is where you should head if you've found a luxury villa in Florence and want to take in some of her art and architecture without lining up for hours to get into a museum

Florence is a perfect holiday destination as there is an unbelievable and undeniable wealth of things to see and do. However, for the little ones that might be in your party, the endless parade of museums and churches might become a little tiresome after a while. Why not reward them by pencilling in some activities just for them? We've rounded up just three of the many things kids will love about Florence and these little things are perfect for keeping them engaged and happy. Just find a luxury villa in Florence and then explore away, knowing that everyone is going to have an absolute whale of a time!