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Montepulciano

  • DistanceAbout 65 km southeast of Siena
  • Travel timeAbout 1 hour 10 minutes by car
  • TransportCar via SS326, or regional bus with connections (check at-bus.it)
  • Difficultyeasy
  • Rating★ 4.6
  • Best seasonApril-June and September-October

Hill town known for Vino Nobile and Renaissance palaces along a steep main street.

Montepulciano pairs well with Pienza.

Practical information for Montepulciano · Last updated September 2026
Distance About 65 km southeast of Siena
Travel time About 1 hour 10 minutes by car
Getting there Car via SS326, or regional bus with connections (check at-bus.it)
Difficulty easy
Address Piazza Grande, 53045 Montepulciano SI, Italy

How to get there

  • Mode
    Car
    Duration
    1 hour 10 minutes
    Notes
    Park below the walls
  • Mode
    Bus
    Duration
    1.5-2 hours
    Notes
    Verify on at-bus.it

Suggested itinerary

  1. Walk up Via di Gracciano nel Corso, taste Vino Nobile and visit San Biagio.

Location

Piazza Grande, 53045 Montepulciano SI, Italy

43.0993, 11.7845 View on map

Highlights

  • Piazza Grande
  • Vino Nobile cellars
  • Church of San Biagio below the town
  • Views over Val di Chiana

Tips for visiting

  • Cellars are open for tastings; book in summer.
  • The climb is steep.

When to visit

April-June and September-October

Accessibility

Steep hills; limited accessibility.

Frequently asked questions

Is it close to Pienza?

About 13 km east of Pienza.

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