Local Recommendations & Attractions

Recommended Restaurants

Unveil the renowned, authentic flavors of Montalcino and Tuscany, Italy, just mere steps from the property doorstep.

Unveil the renowned, authentic flavors of Tuscany, Italy, just mere steps from the property doorstep. Try the Pinci Cinghiale, its a classic!

Enjoy local dishes in the center of twon and when the weather is nice, choose to eat outside in the historical piazza.

Enoteca Grotta del Brunello

Unveil the renowned, authentic flavors of Tuscany, Italy, just mere steps from the property doorstep.

Restaurant

Unveil the renowned, authentic flavors of Tuscany, Italy, just mere steps from the property doorstep.

Restaurant

Unveil the renowned, authentic flavors of Tuscany, Italy, just mere steps from the property doorstep.

Restaurant

Unveil the renowned, authentic flavors of Tuscany, Italy, just mere steps from the property doorstep.

Restaurant

This restaurant has indoor and outdoor patio seating and a modern take on Italian food. Look for their daily specials and unique preparations when you need a break from Pinci pasta.

WINE TASTING & SALES

One of the city’s best wine shops and you can also arrange for a wine tasting with bread, meats, cheese, and pasta. The perfect destination for a wine tasting lunch.

Restaurant

This restaurant is a 5 minute drive outside of the city walls and is well worth the drive for the outdoor seating and views of the valley.

Recommended Wineries

Learn about how local wineries make the world renowned Brunello di Montalcino wines and experience the very best of Tuscan wines minutes from Palazzo Tamanti.

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Visit one of the most consistent and highly rated Brunello producers in Montalcino. This is a family run business which produces four Brunello di Montalcino wines and more. 

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Unveil the renowned, authentic flavors of Tuscany, Italy, just mere steps from the property doorstep.

wineries

Unveil the renowned, authentic flavors of Tuscany, Italy, just mere steps from the property doorstep.

wineries

Small family operated winery with a great history of making classic Brunello di Montalcino wines. 

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One of the most well known wineries from Montalcino around the world, this winery continues to release classic wines with high scores. 

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This winery has been producing excellent Brunello wines for years and has a special backstory, especially inspiring for entrepreneurial women in business. 

Recommended Shopping

Wander through a delightful array of arts and crafts boutiques, quaint cafés, and unique shops in Montalcino.

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One of the most unique shops in town which includes their trademark logo gear which represents the altitude of the city of Montalcino which is etched in the ancient entrance walls.

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A wonderful leather shop in town which has high quality goods at great prices. This is a great store to pick up gifts for friends and family, or replace your worn leather bag or wallet.

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Handmade leather products, shoes, and clothing which are expressly unique to Tuscany. The leather shoes and boots are very comfortable and durable.

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Handmade knitwear, hand towels, and cashmere products that are stylish and well priced. 

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A boutique glassware and cutlery shop with unique pieces for an elegant home.

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Local show shop with a nice selection of styles, all well priced.

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Boticellli e Soda

This is an excellent store which offers vintage goods and rare items which are perfect for decorating your home or accessorizing your wardrobe. 

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This is the best hardware store in the Montalcino city center and it has a great selection of items for work and home. 

Farmacia Salvioni 1905
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Farmacia Salvioni 1905

This is the best family operated pharmacy in Montalcino and you can find the professional help you need any any time.  This is a must visit store in the center of town.

Recommended Destinations

There are a number of cities nearby to Montalcino which are great destinations for day trips, using Montalcino as a base.

CITY DESTINATION

One of the most unique smaller cities near Montalcino which is famous for their high quality Pecorino cheeses. Pienza is also located near Montepulciano, so visiting these two cities on a day trip is very workable.

CITY DESTINATION

This hilly city is often confused with Montalcino (pronunciation) but the wines produced in this region are called Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Just 50 minutes from Montalcino, this is a great city to visit along with Pienza on a day trip.

CITY DESTINATION

Siena is the home of the famous Paleo race which is run twice in the summer months. Siena is a great city for shopping, food, and some wonderful churches. Siena is a 45 minute drive North from Montalcino and half-way between Florence.

CITY DESTINATION

San Gimignano

A historic hilltop city surrounded by ancient walls is popular with tourists.

CITY DESTINATION

This is one of our top 3 cities in Italy and we also have a rental home in the city center called Spadalux which you may want to consider renting.

CITY DESTINATION

Castiglione della Pescaia

This seaside community is popular with residents of Montalcino who need some time in the Mediterranean sea. 

Activities Near Montalcino

There are a number of activities that are available to our guests to consider.

One of the most unique educational experiences that you will have when visiting Montalcino will come from a visit to this award winning olive oil producer. Their international gold medals rank them amongst the best in the world!

HOT SPRINGS

This natural hot spring is in a public park which you can explore and enjoy and best of all it’s only 30 minutes from the city center. If you plan to go, bring a towel and some ocean swim shoes to protect your feet from the small rocks, roots, etc which are on the natural paths. 

If you visit Montalcino at the correct times of the year for truffle hunting, we recommend that you book a hunt through Casanova di Neri. We had a great experience on their truffle hunt and came back with enough truffles to serve a gourmet meal.

Hiking

A historic destination which is very common for tourists to visit and you can hike around in this area.

MOUNTAIN BIKING

You can rent mountain bikes and explore the Montalcino region very easily, but be prepared for a hilly terrain. 

CHARMING ABBEY

Abbey of Sant'Antimo

This is a local attraction that is about 15 minutes from the city center.