Volterra and San Gimignano both make a good escape from big, museum-packed Florence, offering travelers an engaging mix of surprising beauty, rich history, and Italy’s rustic good life.

(Getty Images)| A quaint medieval town that's popular with tourists, San Gimignano is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that once featured 65 towers built by wealthy families, though only 13 remain today.

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Take in the sights of Pisa, Florence, and San Gimignano, each nestled in the heart of the stunning Italian countryside. Discover Lucca, a hidden gem often called Italy’s best-kept secret.