Possible tours

This page contains different itineraries for daily tours that one can make from Palazzolo. The first proposal look at locations that are near to Palazzolo.

However, it is quite easy to reach from Palazzolo locations that are further away. For example, most of the major Central Italian centres of art are located within a day journey from Palazzolo as well as some of the most beautiful nature parks of Central Italy.

Tours to nearby locations

Tour locations (as of 1928)

The list below has been taken from the old magazine entitled Città della Pieve. La patria del "Perugino", year 1928, edited by the Pro Città della Pieve society that describes town's history and its artistic beauties as well as the possible short tours in the immediate surroundings of Città della Pieve.

Monteleone D'Orvieto

From Città della Pieve 7 km.

» College: The "Virgin with the Child and Saints" a work of the school of Perugino.

Ficulle

From Città della Pieve 22,6 km (m 437).

» Parish church of St. Martha and church of St. Sebastian, with antique frescoes.

Piegaro

From Città della Pieve 10 km.

» The old town has a special medieval look and it is known for its glass factory. Church of the Cross has a Madonna from 15th century.

Mongiovino

From Città della Pieve 17,1 km (20 min. from Tavernelle).

» The sanctuary: a beautiful construction of Rocco da Vicenza based on the plans of Bramante (1528), with rich sandstone decorations outside. Paintings inside are of Arrigo Fiammingo, his pupil Giovanni Wraghe, and of Nicolò Circignani, Orazio Alfani, Lombardelli and Bettini. In the sacristy there is a magnificent silver Cross and two Chalices from 15th century and fine antique vestments.

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Santuario delle Grondici

From Tavernelle, 30 min.

» A canvas dating to 1495 by Gregorio Gregori Teutonico representing Virgin with the Child, Saints Sebastian and Rocco.

Panicale

From Città della Pieve 23,5 km (m 441).

» A beautiful view over the Trasimen Lake. In old college there is a Crib and lunette in Sacristy by Benedetto Caporali, a fresco St. Announced from 15th century. The church of St. Augustine has a pointed arch portal and paintings of the Giotto's school as well as a painting of the Coronation of Mary by Umbrian school of artists. Madonna della Sbarra church has a renaissance facade. In the church of St. Sebastian is an authentic work of Perugino, Il Martirio di S. Sebastian (1505), and Virgin and Saints by an unknown painter. On the main square a beautiful fountain from 1400s.

Fontignano

From Città della Pieve 21 km.

» Church of St. Mary: an antique village where Pietro Perugino did his last work and where he has been buried.

Paciano

From Città della Pieve 12 km.

» Church of St. Josef: Banner of Madonna delle Grazie by Bonfigli and some paintings from 1400. In one of the halls of the confraternity there is the Crucifixion by Francesco from Castel della Pieve (from 1449).

Chiusi

From Città della Pieve 10,2 km (m 373).

» An Etruscan Museum and pieces of walls of Etruscan era. The Cathedral (5th or 6th century) with decorations and paintings of Viligiardi, a mosaic imitation and paintings done by the Siena school of artists. In Sacristy 22 interesting miniature chorals. The church of St. Mary of Death (S. Maria della Morte) (from 13th century), the church of St. Francis with Romanic style outside. Surroundings of Chiusi: the catacombs of St. Catherine, of St. Mustiola, the tomb of Casuccini, the tomb of Grand Duke, Etruscan "Tomba della Scimmia" and Poggio Gaiella.

Chianciano

From Città della Pieve 26 km (m. 477).

» The Town Hall has a small art museum. The Palace of Podestà, the church of St. John the Baptist with a beautiful roman entrance and an eye on the facade, the Church of St. Mary of Roses (S. Maria della Rosa) with simple renaissance forms. In surroundings: a bathing establishment.

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Montepulciano

From Città della Pieve 34 km (m. 605).

» A splendid panorama. Church of St. Augustine renaissance facade. Church of St. Biagio and Canonica by Sangallo. St. Francis facade. Civic museum: with beautiful robbian terracotta. The Cathedral.

Pienza

From Città della Pieve 49 km (m. 491).

» Cathedral, Piccolomini Palace and Well, by Rosellino (16th century), town Hall and an interesting museum.

Castiglione del Lago

From Città della Pieve 23 km (m. 304).

» Magnificent view of the lake and the localities that are facing it. A medieval Castle, with four triangular battlement towers. A magnificent construction of Alessi, and paintings by Salvio Savini. Church of St. Augustine: a fresco from 1500s by the Perugino school.

Petrignano del Lago

From Città della Pieve 28 km.

» The parish church with magnificent robbian dorsal. Between Pozzuolo and Petrignano one finds the Church of Repentance with memories about St. Margaret of Cortona.

Cortona

From Città della Pieve 45 km (m. 650).

» The church of St. Dominick (13th century) has beautiful antique paintings. The Town Hall (13th century), the church of St. Augustine (13th century) contain art works. An Etruscan wall, Palazzo Pretorio, Etruscan-Roman museum. Cathedral (13th century) with nice paintings, church of St. Francis (13th century), and the church of St. Margaret that contains the urn of the Saint. The Madonna di Calcinaio, convent and the church of Capucin with the cells of St. Francis. Panorama from Cortona is vast and beautiful.

Cetona

From Città della Pieve 16 km (m. 384).

» Church of St. Francis with some paintings of the Siena school. St. Mary of Belverde on the countryside with three churches with votive frescos (from 14th and 15th century) close to a hermitage. The Climb to Mount Cetona (1148 m) starts from Le Piazze and one can drive the road until Camporsevoli.

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Sarteano

From Città della Pieve 20,5 km (m.520).

» Bargagli Palace with remains of an antique courtyard and a good collection of Etruscan art. Church of St. Francis has a facade and clock tower from renaissance period. Church of St. Martin has nice paintings. The fortress (La Rocca) is a good example of the Siena fortresses from the 13th century.

Radicofani

From Città della Pieve 40,3 km (m.896).

» Magnificent panorama. La Rocca (Fortress). Church of St. Peter, with Romanic façade with robbian works. Church of St. Agatha with robbian dorsal. Palazzo Pretorio.

S. Casciano dei Bagni

From Città della Pieve 18 km (m. 560).

» A bathing establishment and a beautiful scenery over the hills towards the village.

Acquapendente

From Città della Pieve 48 km (m. 425).

» Cathedral of San Sepolcro, a Benedictine church with a beautiful crypt from 9th century.

Giro del Trasimeno

From Città della Pieve 45 km.

» The whole lake of Trasimen is surrounded by a scenic road on which it is possible to visit in San Feliciano, Passignano, Tuoro and Castiglione del Lago (length 45 km).

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Other possible destinations

From Palazzolo it is relatively easy to reach many of cities of art or areas of natural beauty present in Tuscany, Lazio and Umbria. All the cities and sites of natural beauty listed below can be visited from Palazzolo during a one day tour.

The cities of art

Below we give names of some mu­seums and sites in some of cities of art of Central Italy that are within a daytrip from Palazzolo.

Florence (138 km)

Florence, the capital of Tuscany Region that was also the Italian capital right after unifi­cation, has a long history starting from etruscan and roman times, but most of all she is famous due to her museums like Uffizi and the city hall museum Palazzo Vecchio. From Palazzolo the easiest way is to take a train and when arriving by train to Santa Maria Novella railwaystation you can visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria Novella and then move towards the main Cathedral of Florence, Palazzo vecchio, the Uffizi and from there towards Ponte Vecchio and Boboli Gardens, for additional information see e.g. virtual encyclopedia of wikipedia. However, in Palazzolo we have city guides as well as some itineraries for a day visit in Florence.

Rome (160 km)

Rome, the eternal city is full of things to see, so we mention here only some of them like the Colossem, Campidoglio, St. Peters, the gallery Villa Borghese and of course the Vatican City and its Vatican museums that according to us are worth of a visit, but since all roads lead to Rome as the old roman saying goes, it is better that you try on your own e.g. from virtual encyclopedia like wikipedia. Again, the best way to visit Rome from Palazzolo is to take a train from Chiusi, since the trip take only about 1 and 1/2 hours and you donìt have to bother about driving on the highway or in a "chaotic traffic" and finding a "safe" parkig place. Again, in Palazzolo we do have proposals for short visits to Rome, that give you a possibility to choose an itinerary suitable for your tastes.

Pisa (212 km)

Pisa is mostly known by its leaning tower that is on Piazza dei Miracoli, but the city has much more to offer. Pisa, which is one of the old "Marinare" republics, has a long roman and naturally medieval history. The monumental map of Pisa gives you some idea of the city and its historically most important sites. In Palazzolo we have some proposals for Pisa but the virtual encyclopedia of wikipedia can be a kind of "first aid". Pisa can be reached from Chiusi by train (about 3 - 3 and 1/2 hours, changing in Florence) or by car (about 2 and 1/2 hours taking A1 highway).

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Perugia (40 km)

Perugia, the capital of Umbria Region, is on a hill so the best way to see its historial centre is to walk. The entrance to the city via the old fortress Rocca Paolina gives an insight of its history. You'll arrive at the Piazza Italia and on opposite side you'll have Corso Vannucci and at the end of this street you'll see the Cathedral of Perugia while on the left side at the end of the street there is Palazzo dei Priori, that houses a museum while other ones are located in Corso Vannucci or in other location (e.g., the Saint Domenico Museum). We have in Palazzolo guidebooks regarding Umbria and Perugia and from them you can create your own tour of Perugia but as before wikipedia gives additional information. You can reach Perugia from Palazzolo taking a bus in Città della Pieve (there are 2-3 trips a day, according to the day of the week and the season) or going with your car. In this last case we advice you to park it in one of the parking places that are sourronding the city centre (e.g., Piazza Partigiani, Piazzale Europa).

Assisi (60 km)

Assisi which is one of the Unesco World Heritage Centre sites in Italy is the home of St. Francis of Assisi. The city is on a hill and you are not allowed to enter the city centre with your car. There are parking places around the city, but during the summer it could be better to leave your car in St. Mary of Angels (Santa Maria degli Angeli) and take a bus from there. The city houses the famous two storey Basilica of St. Francis as well as other important churches and monuments reflecting its religious importance. The guides in Palazzolo are at your disposal while planning a visit to this marvellous Unesco site.

Orvieto (48 km)

Orvieto is a city that is located on a flat summit of a volcanic tufa. The city is old and it has been an etruscan centre and a roman settlement. The most important sight is its magnificent Gothic Cathedral. The area is also known for its white wines.

Siena (90 km)

The historial centre of Siena, the capital of Tuscan province Siena, is listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Siena like many other Tuscan and Umbrian towns was settled by etruscans. The most important sights are Cathedral, Piazza del Campo, Palazzo Salimbeni and Palazzo Pubblico. In Palazzolo we have guides that give more detailed information on the city.

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Natural parks

For those who love nature and beautiful sce­neries, from Palazzolo one can easily reach for instance the following sites:

Val d'Orcia (50 km)

• Val d'Orcia Park.
• Unesco WHC: Val d'Orcia.

Amiata (60 km)

• Parco Faunistico del Monte Amiata.

Monti Sibillini (165 km)

• Nazional park of Monti Sibillini.
• Musems of the Park

You can create your own roadmap from Palazzolo to all the above loca­tions by using the various web services that provide routeplanners and maps from Italy. Usually you need to give as starting point postal code 06062 (Città della Pieve) and as destination the name of your destination.

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