Chianti Wine Region Guide for First-Time Visitors
Your complete guide to the Chianti wine region: top towns, wineries, what to eat, when to go, and how to visit by car or guided tour.
Uffizi and Duomo tickets, three-day Florence itineraries, where to stay in the centre, and day trips to Siena, Chianti, Pisa and Lucca.
9 guides Updated August 20, 2026 Written by Italy Tourism
Your complete guide to the Chianti wine region: top towns, wineries, what to eat, when to go, and how to visit by car or guided tour.
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