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Montelpulciano or Montalcino

Can only choose one within my schedule? Thoughts

Posted by
11660 posts

We chose Montalcino and enjoyed it. We went to Pienza for lunch that day.

Posted by
7314 posts

Montepluciano.
We stayed there 2 nights and loved it, would stay again.

Pienza would be my second choice in the area.

We did stop also in Montalcino- and honestly there was not much there- other than wine shops, could have skipped.

Posted by
542 posts

Montepulciano was an interesting town to walk around in. We actually visited both in one day

Posted by
3112 posts

I've stayed in both towns and enjoyed both for different reasons. However, you haven't provided enough information about your plans while staying in one of those towns to make a recommendation. It would also help to know if you'll have a car.

Posted by
1648 posts

We visited Montepulciano in Sept as a day trip by car and seemed more touristy.

The next trip to Italy we stayed in Montalcino for two nights, and then added a third. We are into wine and did some wine tasting in town one day, then visited a few wineries in the countryside the next day. This trip was the end of April and didn’t seem very touristy.

But both towns are great places to visit and have great wine.

Posted by
336 posts

Montepulciano is more charming in my opinion, having gone to both 2 times.
But it's a tough choice.
One or the other, you will have a great visit

Posted by
83 posts

Definitely Montepulciano - my favorite town in Tuscany! There are so many great shops and art galleries. Don't get me started on the restaurants!!! Montepulciano is also home to Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and there are many great wineries to visit and do tastings at.

If you decide Montepulciano, let me know and I'll share restaurants, wineries, and accommodation suggestions.

Have a great time! -TJ

Posted by
147 posts

We plan a day trip from Cortona to Montepulciano in late April. Would love some winery/restaurant suggestions!

Posted by
5 posts

Thanks everyone! Haven't decided on a plan, as yet, but will take your suggestions!