Vinci Holidays

Vinci Holidays - A popular holiday destination
Vinci holidays offer the opportunity to discover a town dedicated to the most famous Renaissance inventor, Leonardo da Vinci, whilst enjoying the glorious Tuscan countryside. Located in the heart of the Montalbano region, between Florence and Pistoia, the town of Vinci sits upon a hilltop, surrounded by green fields and gentle slopes filled with olive groves and vineyards. As well as being of great cultural importance, Vinci holidays are located in a rich agricultural region, known for its excellent olive oils and wines.

Holidays in Vinci - Discover the genius of the great inventor
This small charming town has developed into a cultural centre, with holidays in Vinci offering visitors the chance to learn about Leonardo da Vincis' life and work. Vinci holidays really show the visitor the extent of the inventors' genius, in the fields of engineering and mechanics, as well as art, architecture and sculpture. Holidays in Vinci boast the Leonardo Museum, one of the most popular attractions in the town, which  contains one of the largest collections of the inventors' work - incredible working models of his famous machines and designs. The museum is housed in the Castle of Vinci, distinctive for its shape like a sailing boat, which dates back to the Middle Ages and dominates the town. A holiday in Vinci also gives the chance to visit the house where Leonardo was born, in the town of Anchiano just 3km away, and today this old rustic home is now part of the museum, full of his drawings and manuscripts.

Vinci holidays - Culture and history, set amongst stunning Tuscan countryside
Holidays in Vinci are peaceful and unspoilt, ideal for those with a keen interest in history and culture, as well as nature-lovers looking to explore the scenic countryside. The area around the town is full of paths and trails that snake through the hillsides, making Vinci holidays the perfect place for walks, hikes and bike rides, exploring ancient villages and archaeological sites and discovering the regions' beauty and charm. Whilst on a holiday to Vinci, travel to Florence, just 40km away, to see the citys' famous art and architecture, or visit Tuscanys' other popular destinations of Pisa, Siena or Lucca, all less than an hour away.