Arezzo – This charming old hill town less than an hour from Florence is noted for the Piero della Francesca frescoes in the Bascilica of San Francesco. Around the Piazza Grande stop into a café for a gelato. Since Etruscan times, Arezzo has been famous for it's goldsmiths, and today, the world's largest gold manufacturing plant is in Arezzo. Spend some time browsing in the gold and silver shops for souvenirs.
Horseback riding around Florence – Arrange for an excursion in the countryside on horseback. Contact Centro Equitazione Vecchio Texas (055 959126), Axienda Agrigola Sportiva il Paretaio (055 8059218), Centro Ippico di Bracciatica (055 8729223).
Museo Leonardiano di Vinci (Vinci) – Visit the town of Vinci, and the Leonardo da Vinci museum, situated in a medieval castle. The museum is chock full of exact models of Leonardo's inventions – his flying machine, tank, steam cannon, helicopter, and scads more! For more information about the museum
Tip: The museum is open daily, but try to go on a weekday, weekends can be crowded.
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