Massa Marittima –

A stunning medieval hill town with a majestic cathedral and cute piazzas. Great for a relaxed day trip.

Castiglione della Pescaia –

A charming seaside village with a castle, pretty beaches, and seafood spots.

Parco della Maremma –

Gorgeous nature reserve perfect for hikes, biking, or even horseback riding. Wild and not touristy.

Thermal Baths at Saturnia –

A longer drive (1.5 hrs), but the free natural hot springs are a dream.

Cala Violina –

One of Tuscany’s most beautiful beaches, with crystal-clear water and a short hike through pine forest to get there. Totally worth it.

Punta Ala –

More upscale beach day with loungers, bars, and views.

Teatro delle Rocce (Gavorrano) –

An open-air amphitheater built in an old mining quarry.

Etruscan sites in Roselle –

Ancient ruins just outside Grosseto.

Weekly Markets –

Grosseto has a big one on Thursday mornings. Great for local goods, leather, scarves, and produce.

Il Leccio Outlet (bit further out) –

For designer shopping

Trattoria da Guido (in Braccagni, near Grosseto) –

Local favorite with hearty Maremman cuisine.

La Vecchia Cantina (Gavorrano) –

Rustic charm, great pasta and meats, super authentic.

Agriturismos for Lunch –

Many working farms offer lunches with homemade pasta, cheeses, cured meats, and local wine (like Tenuta La Badiola or Agriturismo Montepozzalino).

Conti di San Bonifacio –

Obviously! Guests can book tastings and vineyard tours right at the venue. It's known for organic wines and unreal views.

Rocca di Frassinello (near Gavorrano) –

A modern winery designed by Renzo Piano, with excellent Super Tuscan wines and a small Etruscan museum.

Petra Winery (Suvereto) –

Gorgeous architecture and fantastic reds. A bit of a drive but worth it for wine lovers.

Dine within the fortress walls in Grosseto at Il Canto del Gallo on Via Mazzini

(+39 05 6441 4589).

Canapone on Piazza Dante lays on a menu of meat and fish dishes for lunch and dinner

(+39 05 6424 4546).

For pasta freshly made on-site, head to Il Tordaio on Via Batignonese

(+39 05 6440 2081).

In Gavorrano, try Il Fanta on Via Terranova for an unusual menu

(+39 05 6684 4995).

La Colonia on Pian del Castagni for pizzas straight out of a wood-fired oven

(+39 05 6684 4015).

La Vecchia Hosteria on Via Marconi for classic Maremman dishes, including meat and game specialities

(+39 05 3351 4980).