Nestled on the route between Florence and Siena, Greve in Chianti is a small town with a big heart. The main square Piazza Matteotti is the hub of this Tuscan town, hosting a popular Saturday market and home to pizzerias and bars serving Chianti wine. The pretty portico shades interesting workshops and artisan shops, including a butchers that dates back to 1729. Attractions like Palazzo del Comune, Santa Croce Church and Museum of Sacred Art are all situated here too. If you enjoy a tipple, stop by the Wine Museum for tastings of more than 200 kinds from the area, or head out of town to Castello da Verrazzano for yet more vino. Be sure to visit the hidden gem of Monterfioralle, a small fortified medieval village just a mile away on top of the hill offering stunning views of Greve.
Renting holiday apartments in Greve in Chianti
Give yourself the space to really relax by staying in one of the comfortable apartments in Greve in Chianti. Unlike a cramped and expensive hotel room, Greve in Chianti apartments create a home away from home environment with plenty of room to put your feet up. Cook local Italian specialities in the kitchen at your holiday accommodation then eat al fresco on your balcony with a glass of local Chianti wine. Search for the holiday rental that best suits your needs on HouseTrip, whether you’re a couple looking for a romantic studio or a family wanting a villa.
Where to stay in Greve in Chianti
Stay in a studio right in the centre of Greve in Chianti and you’ll have easy access to the town’s main square Piazza Matteotti with its interesting buildings and array of eateries. If you’re looking for a tranquil haven with views across beautiful fields, you can relax in a farmhouse in the Tuscan countryside. Whatever kind of holiday accommodation you desire, you can find your ideal home away from home at HouseTrip. Relax on your balcony or terrace with a glass of Chianti in hand, feasting on a dish of pasta with truffles harvested from the local area and a chunk of fresh bread doused in extra virgin Tuscan olive oil.
Greve in Chianti with the family
The Tuscany region is a beautiful part of Italy that your children will fall in love with on a family holiday. Greve in Chianti is perfectly placed to visit for those travelling from Florence down to Siena, and is an interesting destination in its own right to stay in. Wander the Piazza Matteotti in the morning, exploring the authentic shops and admiring the monuments and museums before stopping off for a lunch of pizza followed by a gelato in a shady spot. In the afternoon you can head to the medieval village on the hill Monterfioralle, strolling amongst the fortifications and enjoying the vista. At the end of a busy day, relax in your holiday rental for the family and practise your Italian together!
