The Duomo in Siena is ideally located in a piazza above the Piazza del Campo, easy to reach on foot and by public transport. This Gothic building houses treasures by the likes of Pisano, Donatello, and Michelangelo, as well as frescoes by Pinturicchio.
The Civic Museums of San Gimignano are located in a stunning 11th-century walled town which looms 334 meters above the Elsa Valley, close to Florence. The town is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site and its complex of museums offer one of Europe's most compelling insights into medieval life.
Tuscany's Duomo of San Gimignano, also called the Collegiata di San Gimignano is a beautiful frescoed arch that has survived centuries without any restoration work. In spite of being bombed during World War II, the vivid frescoes from the 13th century still remain as bright as ever, making this one of Europe's most treasured buildings.
The adjoining Museum of Sacred Art is home to valuable pieces from the Collegiata, plus surrounding convents and churches.
The Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, or Volterra Cathedral, is a Romanesque church located in the mountaintop Tuscan town of Volterra. In the center of Piazza San Giovanni, the area's most significant religious area, visitors can see old frescoes, fine altarpieces, and incredible ancient architecture dating back as far as a thousand years.
Pienza's Palazzo Piccolomini, close to Siena, is one of the earliest examples of Renaissance architecture in the world. Once the home of Pope Pius II, it's now a fascinating museum and art gallery!
Torre e Casa Campatelli is a tower house that once belonged to the Campatellis, a family of Florentine entrepreneurs and landowners who, from the early 19th century, associated their name with this 12th-century building.
The ancient Abbey of Sant'Antimo was once home to Benedictine monks. It was restored in 1870 by architect Giuseppe Partini and is now used as a concert and cultural venue.
Siena Synagogue is a historic synagogue in Italy, built in the 18th century and functioning as a focal point for the Jewish community in Siena to this day. Marked by a simple façade and an exquisitely decorated interior, the synagogue and adjoining Jewish Museum allow visitors to learn about the Jewish presence and persecution in Siena dating back to the 12th century.
The temple-church of San Biagio is hidden among the rolling hills of the Montepulciano wine region. You won't miss it – its incredible marble exterior appears to glow in the sunlight!
The Brunello Temple is an immersive and emotional journey to discover Brunello, king of wines and of the Montalcino territory. Your visit includes a multimedia journey featuring virtual reality, video, and more.
Terme di Chianciano, located in the charming town of Chianciano Terme, is renowned for its rejuvenating thermal waters in Tuscany. This spa destination offers an escape amid scenic landscapes. With state-of-the-art facilities and a tranquil ambiance,
Hidden within the San Pietro Monastery, this museum charts the incredible history of this Tuscan town and celebrates the culture produced by its citizens across the ages.
The Museo Civico e Diocesano occupies the former convent of Sant'Agostino in Montalcino, near Siena. Visitors can browse a small but rich collection of religious art from the town and surrounding region in a cozy and warm region of Italy.