If you’re looking for ideas for day trips from Florence, Gambassi Terme welcomes you with all the charm of the Tuscan countryside: nature, traditions, and local flavors that tell a simple, genuine story.
In spring and summer, local farms open their doors to visitors, offering tastings, stories of ancient traditions, and walks through vineyards and olive groves.
Gambassi Terme: what to see… and taste
Visiting Gambassi Terme means slowing down and soaking up the beauty of the Tuscan hills. Beyond its historic center and rolling landscapes of vineyards and olive trees, this corner of Tuscany is the perfect place to explore the region’s flavors.
Wineries and farms across the area invite you to sample Chianti DOCG wines, extra virgin olive oil, cured meats, cheeses, and artisanal honey. A great way to meet the people who care for the land and keep age-old recipes alive.
Discover more on The Gambassi Experience.
At the table: a taste of Tuscan tradition
Gambassi Terme is the perfect place to rediscover traditional Tuscan cooking — bold, rustic, and full of character. The local cuisine tells a story of countryside and hunting: pappardelle with wild boar, stewed boar, truffle-based dishes, and other specialties made with game are highlights not to miss.
Trattorias and agriturismos serve seasonal menus, using fresh local ingredients. Sitting down to eat here is a full-sensory experience — from the smell of a slow-cooked ragù, to the colors of a cured meat platter, to the rich taste of a glass of Chianti.
Tastings in the vineyards and olive groves
One of the best ways to explore Gambassi is by visiting a local farm or winery. Many offer guided tastings where you can enjoy the best of the region: full-bodied red wines, fruity olive oils, fragrant honeys, and aged cheeses.
It’s a chance to experience the slow rhythm of country life, the warmth of Tuscan hospitality, and a deep love for real, honest food.
Sagre: sharing a meal, the Tuscan way
As summer returns, so do the local sagre — laid-back outdoor dinners where people gather to enjoy traditional dishes, often made with wild game or truffle.
More than tourist events, they’re true moments of togetherness — a way to experience the community at its most welcoming, with generous food and conversations under the stars.
The sagre take place in the Area Platano, next to the old theater in Piazza Di Vittorio. It’s a simple, familiar setting where locals and visitors sit side by side, sharing good food and good company.
For updated dates or more info, contact the Gambassi Terme Tourist Office.
Taste Tuscany at your own pace
If you’re planning a day trip from Florence, Gambassi Terme is a chance to experience the real Tuscany — through its flavors, its people, its timeless landscapes, and warm summer evenings you won’t forget.
Explore all the experiences on The Gambassi Experience and be surprised by the beauty of a journey where time slows down.
