The villages of the Val d’Orcia are timeless gems nestled among gentle hills and enchanting landscapes. Here you’ll discover what to see and how to explore the most beautiful villages of the Val d’Orcia.
Villages of the Val d’Orcia: what to see
Pienza
Highlights: the Cathedral and Piazza Pio II, Via dell’Amore / Via del Bacio, panoramic viewpoints. Discover Pienza.
San Quirico d’Orcia
Highlights: Horti Leonini, the Collegiate Church, and the scenic route to the Chapel of Vitaleta. Discover San Quirico d’Orcia.
Bagno Vignoni
Highlights: the thermal water square, the Park’s ancient mills, and thermal baths & spas. Discover Bagno Vignoni.
Montalcino
Highlights: the fortress, the historic center, and Brunello wine shops.
Discover Montalcino.
Monticchiello
Highlights: medieval walls, the Teatro Povero summer performances, and the iconic S-curve of cypress trees at sunset. Discover Monticchiello.
Castiglione & Rocca d’Orcia
Highlights: the Rocca di Tentennano, Piazza Il Vecchietta, and the historic village of Rocca d’Orcia. Discover Castiglione d’Orcia.
Radicofani
Highlights: the hilltop fortress with 360-degree views and the dark-stone historic center. Discover Radicofani.
Campiglia d'Orcia
Highlights: the panoramic fortress and the historic center.
Discover Campiglia d’Orcia.
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