Greve in Chianti

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Greve in Chianti featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a small town or village
Visit an ancient Chianti winemaking town that's brimming with historical structures and surrounded by fields, vineyards and olive groves.

Nestled among lush green hills and vineyards is the beautiful town of Greve in Chianti. It is a small village with a long history that goes back to at least the 13th century. See old buildings, tour the castle that gave birth to the town and explore the surrounding countryside.

Step into Piazza Matteotti, Greve's triangular-shaped main square. This is the town's nucleus and home to several attractions that are well worth looking at. At its center is a statue of Giovanni da Verrazzano, an Italian explorer who voyaged to North America in the early 16th century. Walk through the arched passageways that line the piazza's sides and find shops selling handicrafts, ceramics and souvenirs. Sample Chianti wines in the wine bars and restaurants.

Head over to the piazza’s southernmost corner to find the neoclassical Santa Croce Church, which dates back to the 11th century. View its collection of religious paintings and frescoes. A few steps away from the church is the Museum of Sacred Art, situated in the former monastery of San Francesco. The museum’s highlights include a 14th-century cross and a marble bas-relief of St. Francis. Visit the square on Saturdays when it hosts an open-air market.

Greve is often referred to as the gateway to Chianti, a central Tuscan region of exceptional pastoral beauty. Discover more of the scenery by taking any of the local hiking and cycling trails. About a 20-minute walk above the village is the Castle of Montefioralle, with a medieval village enclosed within its original walls. In centuries past, Greve served as the marketplace for the castle and other fortresses in the area.

One of the easiest ways to get to Greve in Chianti is by driving along the picturesque roads from Florence. The Tuscan capital and its international airport are approximately 25 miles (40 kilometers) north. Bus connections are available between the city and the old town. Come to Greve for its ancient buildings, winemaking heritage and natural beauty.

Borgo Del Cabreo
Borgo Del Cabreo
Via Monte Fioralle Case sparse, 9, Greve in Chianti
The price is P21,353 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
P21,353
P23,741 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Stay at this property in Greve in Chianti. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (242 reviews)
"The most beautiful place we could have imagined staying in. The staff were exceptional, the grounds were spectacular, the rooms were stunning and large, and the food and wine were fantastic. We will never think of staying anywhere else when we return to Tuscany."

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024

Borgo Del Cabreo
Castello Vicchiomaggio
Castello Vicchiomaggio
Via Vicchiomaggio, 4, Greve in Chianti, FI
Stay at this farm stay in Greve in Chianti. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (319 reviews)
"Gorgeous estate property with stunning views. Enjoyed our spacious and comfortable apartment and daily breakfast. Great location for exploring the Chianti region."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2024

Castello Vicchiomaggio
Villa Le Barone
Villa Le Barone
4 out of 5
via San Leolino, 19, Panzano in Chianti, Greve in Chianti, FI
The price is P13,803 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
P13,803
P15,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Greve in Chianti. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pieve di San Leolino and Il Molino ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (115 reviews)
"Great place. You wont be disappointed."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2024

Villa Le Barone
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Casa Elena Panoramic Chianti Hills
Casa Elena Panoramic Chianti Hills
Greve in Chianti
Stay at this vacation home in Greve in Chianti. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Querciabella and Savignola Winery ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
"It is in beautiful location where you can recieve the healing energy of the Toscana countryside. However it's far from Florence, 45 minutes through a long and widing road. Internet and telephone signal is bad and we did't get the code to open the box with the keys on time, we strugeled to find a ..."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2023

Casa Elena Panoramic Chianti Hills
Belvilla by OYO Lobelia
Belvilla by OYO Lobelia
Greve in Chianti
Stay at this apartment in Greve in Chianti. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Wine Museum and Piazza Matteotti are located ...
7/10 Good! (2 reviews)
"This a unique property in a beautiful location. It’s very secluded about a 12 minute drive to the town of Greve. You have to have a car to stay at this property it’s not walkable to anything. The property is extremely old and dated. Heating system does not work (as we were told by management) no ..."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2022

Belvilla by OYO Lobelia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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