How To Spend One Day in Monticchiello Tuscany Italy

Why should you visit Monticchiello tuscany

Monticchiello Tuscany was the first town that I went to where I felt like I had stepped into an authentic Tuscan town that was lost in time. It might not be my favourite town in Tuscany but Monticchiello is a quaint village in Tuscany Italy, known for its rustic beauty with narrow streets, historic buildings, and stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

What you will find here

Here you’ll find my personal experience visiting Monticchiello. This includes my own opinions and photographs as well as my recommendations of places to visit while you’re there.

The entrance archway to Monticchiello
The entrance to Monticchiello.

What Is there to do in Monticchiello?

Teatro Povero

If visiting during the summer months, Teatro Povero is an open-air theatre festival, initiated by the locals, with performances that often reflect the village’s history and culture, providing a distinctive blend of art and community spirit. We went in the morning and you can see it being set up but the performances are usually in the evening.

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Monticchiello town square
The entrance to the town square in Monticchiello.

Piazzetta della Vittoria

Piazzetta della Vittoria is the main square of Monticchiello. This is where we went in the morning and it was so nice to see the locals sitting around the park benches having a chat in the morning. It really felt like I was in Tuscany!

Monticchiello town square
The town square is like out of a dream.

What are the best vegan eats in Monticchiello?

I couldn’t find any vegan restaurants while in Monticchiello. Monticchiello is a very small, quaint town and there are not many restaurants or cafes here. If you’re looking for vegan food, I recommend sticking to the Italian classics: bruschetta, olives, focaccia, and sundried tomatoes.

When is the best time to visit Monticchiello?

We visited Monticchiello around 9am and it was the perfect time to visit. We were lucky to get the last car park in the closest parking lot to the town. The crowds were very low, and it was mostly the locals who were hanging around the town enjoying the morning sun. It was really the best way to experience the town as it is much smaller than the other Tuscan villages.

a vespa in Monticchiello Tuscany
A vespa parked on the streets.

How do you get to Monticchiello?

I highly recommend driving around Tuscany because it is the most convenient way. There are not many paid parking lots around the outside of the wall that surrounds Monticchiello and there is some on-street parking. If you don’t drive or do not want the pressure of driving on Italian roads, the next best option is to join a tour!

this shows an Italian door in Monticchiello
It is all in the details.

What are the best hotels to stay in when visiting?

You can stay in the town of Monticchiello! Find the best hotels, apartments, or b&bs here.

Where to stay in Monticchiello

Agriturismo:

Agriturismo Il Casalino

Boutique Stay:

Affittacamere Maria Gabriella

Luxury:

Il Miraggio in Val d’Orcia Relais & Spa

VERDICT

Is Monticchiello worth a visit?

This is the perfect town to visit if you’re looking for a small, quaint, and quiet town in Tuscany. This is more of an authentic Tuscan town without hordes of tourists, souvenir shops and the like.

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