Tuscany travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Tuscany with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Tuscany.

The Ponte Vecchio, Florence, Tuscany, Italy © Perseomedusa - Fotolia.com
The Ponte Vecchio, Florence, Tuscany, Italy © Perseomedusa - Fotolia.com

Tuscany travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Tuscany with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Tuscany - quick facts
Flight time✝ 2 hours
Time difference UK +1 hour
Language(s) Italian
Currency Euro
Electricity C + F + L plug (230V)
Driving side Right

Why visit Tuscany?

Considering a holiday to the Tuscany? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for culture or nature to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.

  • Culture vultures
    Culture
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    Nature
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Tuscany tourist information

✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Tuscany weather

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The Tuscany weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Florence.

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Tuscany travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Tuscany from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Tuscany.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Tuscany travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Tuscany with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Tuscany, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Tuscany covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Tuscany with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

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Do you want to learn more about Tuscany? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Tuscany.

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Tuscany FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Tuscany including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Italy?

You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Italy. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.

What is the flight time to Tuscany from the UK?

The flight time to Tuscany from the UK is typically 2 hours.

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What is the time difference between Tuscany and the UK?

The time difference between Tuscany and the UK is UK time+1 hour.

What is the main language spoken in Tuscany?

The main language spoken in Tuscany is Italian.

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What is the currency in Tuscany?

The currency in Tuscany is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in Tuscany?

Tuscany uses electrical plug type C + F + L (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Tuscany?

They drive on the right side of the road in Tuscany.

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