Tuscany – Pienza – Val d’Orcia
Day Trips
Monteverdi – Castiglioncello Del Trinoro Tuscany – hotel, spa and restaurant
Exquisitely restored 12th century mini village (25 inhabitants) of Castiglioncello del Trinoro, Tuscany. Be ready to relax with a fabulous book and soak in the beautiful setting. Gorgeous spa, restaurant, bar and Enoteca. Great for a day trip or spend a night or 2 here.
Dopolavoro Restorante & Bar – Below La Foce
Traditional Tuscan farm to table dining, vegetable garden is across the street. Often have live music in the evenings.
La Foce – Gardens
Marvelous estate, you can stay here or if budget does not allow go for a garden tour and hike.
STAY
La Bandita Townhouse – Pienza
Boutique hotel located in the heart of Pienza. Mix of modern and old. The restaurant was our go to hangout.
Casina Di Piazza – Pienza – Airbnb
Great price, center of town, clean 2 bedroom Airbnb.
Eat
La Bandita Townhomes – A must
We spent a lot of time here (breakfast, lunch and dinner). Elegant setting, friendly staff and excelent food.
Trattoria Latte du Luna – Simple, fresh and resonable
Authentic Tuscan restaurant. Very reasonable, Try the peci pasta
Buon Gusto – Galato and smoothies
The best spot for homemade gelato.
Il Picolo Caffe – casual dining
Cozy inside seating, great outside patio in the back. After traveling all day and having a big pasta lunch at La Bandita, this was a great spot for a casual dinner of prosciutto, cheese, and antipasto.
Drink
Bar Il Casello – Best view in Pienza
Order inside and enjoy your vino overlooking the Tuscan fields
Okay that’s it …. I am totally ready to move to Italy… What absolutely beautiful places you have found !!!
Each picture is more impressive than the previous.
Bella Italia