13 Places in Italy You Need to See Before You Die

9Tuscany and Val d’Orcia

Rolling hills, cypress-lined roads, vineyards and medieval villages make Tuscany one of Italy’s most recognizable regions.

The Val d’Orcia is especially spectacular. Drive through the countryside and visit places such as Pienza and Montalcino. Florence pairs easily with a longer Tuscany road trip. Italy’s tourism authority describes Tuscany as a region that combines unique landscapes, art, history, and food.