Terme di Montecatini
Viale Giuseppe Verdi 41, Montecatini, Tuscany, 51016
Set in the UNESCO-listed spa town of Montecatini Terme, the Terme di Montecatini is one of the most storied hot spring complexes in Italy. Mineral-rich water rises from four natural springs and is used for both drinking and bathing in the city’s clutch of elegant spas. Spend a day here soaking your cares away surrounded by magnificent Art Nouveau and neo-Gothic architecture for an authentic spa experience in the heart of Tuscany.
The basics
Set within easy striking distance of Pisa, Florence, Lucca, and the Tuscan coastline, the Terme di Montecatini is an ideal spot for a spa break while exploring northern Tuscany. Visit the thermal complex for a few hours or an entire day; treatments include drinking or inhaling the mineral water, and soaking in the pools fed by the four local springs. You can also book additional services like massages, mud masks and baths, therapeutic and beauty treatments, or customized packages.
Things to know before you go
- You generally don’t need to book entrance to the Terme di Montecatini in advance, but any treatments need to be reserved, such as massages or mud baths.
- The spa provides towels, robes, slippers, hair coverings, and lockers; bring your own swimsuit.
- Children are welcome at the Terme di Montecatini, though not all treatments are suitable for kids. Enquire before booking.
- Terme di Montecatini is a medical facility and is fully accessible to wheelchairs.
How to get there
Terme di Montecatini is in the town of Montecatini Terme, about halfway between Florence and Pisa and along both a major rail line and highway. You can reach the spa in about an hour by train or car from either city; public parking and the train station are within walking distance of the spa complex.
When to get there
Terme di Montecatini is open all year round, but can get very busy in the summer and winter or during the weekends. To enjoy the facilities without the hustle of high-season crowds, plan your trip for a week day or in the quieter spring and fall months.
Visiting the thermal spas in Italy
Soaking in thermal waters—both free natural springs and spring-fed spa pools—is a common pastime in Italy and the cost to enter most thermal spas is relatively low. You’ll find Italians of all ages and walks of life “taking the waters” and some even bring picnic lunches to enjoy in the surrounding grounds. Plan to wear your bathing suit while in the pools and cover up with a robe and slippers as you move around the complex; many spas also require a hair covering (often provided). You’ll need to book any massages or private treatments in advance, so call ahead or enquire as soon as you arrive.
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