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Plan a Siena day trip from Florence: bus or train, getting up the hill from the station, a simple walking route and the Palio dates.

I was in Florence for the first Tour de France start in Italy in June 2024. What happened, the Gino Bartali story and where cyclists ride today.

Driving to Florence: how the ZTL works, avoiding fines, parking outside the limited traffic zone and renting a car for Tuscany.

Studying abroad in Florence: student visa basics, housing, getting around, staying safe and weekend trips, from a local's view.

The best day trips from Florence: Siena, Lucca, Pisa, San Gimignano, Chianti and Fiesole, with how to get there and how long to stay.