Thermal baths in Val d'Orcia

SAN QUIRICO D'ORCIA, in the heart of VAL D'ORCIA, it's a charming town that, with its strategic geographical position, makes the perfect starting point to reach all nearby beautiful towns and the most renowned landscapes of this part of Tuscany.

Don't leave this town without visiting The Leonini Gardens, splendid example of Italian gardens, which were created in 1540 by Diomede Leoni.

BAGNO VIGNONI AND THE THERMAE (5 minutes by car)
Very pretty and characteristic village ideal for those who want to enjoy some relaxing moments in the curative thermal baths. Its square is a gem with a large pool of spring water that gushes out at 52°, surrounded by Medieval and Renaissance buildings. Nearby you can also find BAGNI DI SAN FILIPPO.

MONTALCINO (20 minutes by car)
is located on top of an hill that dominates all the surrounding countryside, with its outstanding Fortress. Worldwide famous for its wine Brunello, one of the greatest wine in Italy. Also produced locallly is the Rosso di Montalcino

PIENZA (10 minutes by car)
The “Ideal City”, is the first and most important example of Urban Planning noted in history of modern architecture, it has been proclaimed World Heriatage Site by UNESCO in 1996.

Built on a hill that dominates the Val d’Orcia

MONTEPULCIANO (25 minutes by car)
Renaissance town and important agricultural center, famous for its "Nobile" wine. Montepulciano lies on a hilltop in a panoramic position. Birthplace of the famous poet Agnolo Ambrogini, called "Poliziano". Thanks to its history throughout the centuries, the town has preserved many architectural jewels and artistic treasures along side the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside.

SIENA (35 minutes by car)

Is a beautiful quaint little Town with winding medieval streets and charming old building. At the heart of the city is the magnificent shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, considered one of the most beautiful squares in Europe for architectural harmony and balance, where twice a year on July 2nd and August 16^th, the horserace “Il Palio”, perhaps the oldest and most authentic popular celebration in Italy, has been taking place for over 500 years.

Also not to be missed: Monticchiello, Buonconvento, Rocca d'Orcia, Radicofani, Sant'Antimo Abbey and Monte Oliveto Maggiore Abbey.