Duration: Maximum 3 hours.

The southern Province of Siena offers the visitor a variety of picturesque places located on the borders of the Umbrian territory, such as Montepulciano, which strategically rises on a high hill overlooking the Chiana Valley and Lake Trasimeno.
Founded by the Etruscans (IV-V century BC), the village became an important commercial and manufacturing center in the medieval period, and after centuries of Sienese domination, in 1511, Montepulciano passed definitively to Florentine control, which, throughout the sixteenth century, gave rise to a great urban regeneration process and the construction of many Gothic buildings. The activities of famous artists and architects such as Michelozzo, Antonio da Sangallo the Elder, Vignola, and Baldassare Peruzzi enriched the historical center with illustrious examples of sixteenth century architecture which earned the town the title of “Pearl of the Renaissance.” Walking along the narrow streets of Montepulciano, still surrounded by impressive medieval walls with respective gateways, it is possible to admire important landmarks like Piazza Grande, seat of the Cathedral and the Town Hall, as well as the main noble residences. Moreover, there is also the Fortress, Piazza delle Erbe, the old commercial center, Michelozzo Square with the church of Sant’Agostino, and the popular Pucinella Tower.

You cannot leave the town without visiting one of its famous historical cellars, responsible for creating one of the most important wines in Italy: Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG, the production of which is only permitted within the Montepulciano municipality and comprising the local economic resource. In addition, do not underestimate a taste of the exquisite Chianina steak, produced by the namesake cows of the underlying valley.