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Things to see in Monticiano (Italy): 29 places and when to go
Monticiano is a town in Italy, and this site lists 29 places in and around it, mainly History (9), Food and drink (8), Temples (6). The best known are Abbey of San Galgano, Poggio Civitate and Museo d'Arte Sacra della Val d'Arbia. The best time to come is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 50. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 43.0806, 11.3002
- Places
- 29 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (9) · Food and drink (8) · Temples (6) · Nature (6) · Wildlife (4) · Museums and art (2)
- Best time
- March to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to February and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- BLQ Bologna, 162 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Poggio Cerrete, at 502 m.
What to see in Monticiano
The places in and around Monticiano, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Abbey of San GalganoCistercian monastery in Tuscany, Italy14 km
- Poggio CivitateEtruscan archaeological site in Murlo, near Siena, Tuscany, Italy12 km
- Museo d'Arte Sacra della Val d'ArbiaMuseum in Buonconventa, Soena,16 km
- Madonna del Soccorso, MontalcinoRoman Catholic church in Montalcino, Italy15 km
- Eremo di MontesiepiHermitage in Chiusdino, Italy14 km
- Castello di CasenovoleCastle in Civitella Paganico, Italy5.9 km
- Belagaio CastleBuilding in Roccastrada, Italy6.6 km
- Castello di Monte AnticoCastle in Monte Antico, Civitella Paganico, Italy11 km
- Santa Maria di MontespecchioChurch and Hermitage-Ruin in the territory of Murlo7.7 km
- Riserva naturale FarmaNature park Farma, provinces of Grosseto and Siena5.6 km
- castle of MiranduoloCastle in the territory of Chiusdino18 km
- Museo civico e diocesano di arte sacra di San GalganoMuseum in Chiusdino19 km
- Santi Biagio e DonatoChurch in Camigliano, Montalcino11 km
- Pieve di San Lorenzo a MerseChurch in San Lorenzo a Merse, Monticiano7.8 km
- Poggio CerreteMountain in Italy11 km
- Poggio del CasinoMountain in Italy13 km
- Riserva naturale Alto MerseProtected area in Italy (EUAP0384)15 km
- Riserva naturale Basso MerseProtected area in Italy (EUAP0385)4.3 km
- AmpeleiaWinery20 km
- Azienda Agricola MagnaniWinery10 km
- Bagni di PetrioloHot spring bath120 m
- Cantina di MontalcinoWinery16 km
- Castiglion del BoscoCastle ruins in Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy9.5 km
- Corte PavoneWinery13 km
And the other 5, by what you come to do:
- Food and drink: Fattoria Casabianca, La Leccetella, Podere Arizzi
- Nature: Riserva naturale Il Bogatto
- Hot springs: Terme di Petriolo
When to go to Monticiano
The best time to visit Monticiano is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:09
- FebPossible10:18
- MarBest time11:39
- AprBest time13:11
- MayBest time14:28
- JunBest time15:10
- JulPossible14:53
- AugPossible13:46
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:47
- NovPossible9:28
- DecPossible8:50
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 50. In April, 29 of the 29 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Monticiano
The nearest main airport is Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ, Bologna), 162 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Seggiano36 places28 km
- Rapolano Terme14 places33 km
- Colle di Val d'Elsa47 places40 km
- Scansano27 places42 km
- Chianciano Terme35 places42 km
And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Monticiano?
The best known: Abbey of San Galgano, Poggio Civitate, Museo d'Arte Sacra della Val d'Arbia, Madonna del Soccorso, Montalcino, Eremo di Montesiepi. In all, 29 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Monticiano?
March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 15 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 50.
How do you get to Monticiano?
The nearest main airport is Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), 162 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Monticiano as the destination and these 29 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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