Perched on a ridge at 605 meters, Montepulciano is one of Tuscany's most elegant Renaissance hill towns, famous for its Vino Nobile wine - one of Italy's most prestigious reds. The town's main street winds past Renaissance palazzi, medieval churches, and wine cellars to the beautiful Piazza Grande, dominated by the unfinished Duomo.
| Admission | Adult Free to explore · Child Free |
|---|---|
| Hours | Town: always open; Museums: typically 10AM-6PM |
| Typical visit | Half day |
| Best time | Late afternoon to stay for sunset |
| Address | Montepulciano, 53045 Siena SI, Italy |
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- Best for
- wine lovers, history, views
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Location
Montepulciano, 53045 Siena SI, Italy
43.0986, 11.7843 View on map
Tips for visiting
- Visit one of the cantinas (wine cellars) in the tufa cellars beneath the town
- The Bravio delle Botti barrel race takes place in late August
- Climb to the top of the town for panoramic Val d'Orcia views