The Val d'Orcia is one of Italy's most photographed landscapes: a UNESCO World Heritage Site of gently rolling hills, lone cypress trees, winding gravel roads, and medieval hilltop villages. The area covers a significant part of southern Tuscany and encompasses the towns of Pienza, Montepulciano, Montalcino, Bagno Vignoni, and San Quirico d'Orcia.
| Admission | Free |
|---|---|
| Hours | Always accessible |
| Typical visit | Full day |
| Best time | May (for wildflowers and green hills) or October (golden harvest light) |
| Address | Val d'Orcia, Siena Province, Tuscany |
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- photography, road trips, wine and food lovers
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Location
Val d'Orcia, Siena Province, Tuscany
43.0534, 11.5936 View on map
Tips for visiting
- Drive the SP53 road near Bagno Vignoni for classic Tuscan landscape views
- The cypress-lined road near Monticchiello is one of the most photographed in Italy
- Spring and autumn light is magical for photography