Montepulciano

Temple of San Biagio

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A Greco-Renaissance Marvel in the Heart of Tuscany

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Nestled among the wine hills of Montepulciano, the Church of San Biagio is an extraordinary Greco-Renaissance masterpiece, built in 1518 and significantly restored by Pope Leo X in the 16th century. Renowned for its 'shining' marble, a breathtaking fresco of the Madonna and Saint Francis, and a design that inspired St. Peter's Basilica, this church is a must-visit for anyone touring Montepulciano.

What's included?

- Entrance to the Church of San Biagio
- Audioguide in English, Italian, French, German, and Spanish (25 minutes)

Not included

- Guided tour

Additional Information

How to Get There

Bus: Line FT1, Montepulciano - Basilica S. Biagio (stop ID: MR587).

Free entry for children under 6 years and disabled visitors + 1 accompanying person with proof of eligibility.

Important Information

- The church is not open to visitors on Sundays and holidays between 11:00-12:00 due to mass
- Opening hours may vary in case of other religious ceremonies
- The church is closed daily from 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM

- The church can't be visited on Sundays & holidays between 11:00-12:00 due to the mass
- Opening hours may vary in case of other religious ceremonies
- The church is closed daily from 13:30-14:00

Getting There

Bus: Line FT1, Montepulciano - Basilica S. Biagio (stop ID: MR587).

Free entry for children under 6 and disabled visitors + 1 carer with an ID as proof of eligibility.


- What to see at San Biagio? The church offers spectacular views and a renowned fresco.
- What to do at San Biagio? Explore the unique history and architecture of the site.
- Who owns the island of San Biagio? The church is ecclesiastical property.
- What miracles did San Biagio perform? San Biagio is known for his healing miracles.

An old, domed stone building with classical architecture is surrounded by trees on a sunny day.
Ornate cathedral ceiling with a central dome, painted frescoes, and architectural details in a grand, symmetrical design.
A historic church with a dome and tower is surrounded by lush hills, fields, and scattered buildings under a clear blue sky.
A church surrounded by cypress trees is set in a misty, rolling landscape at dawn with a rising orange and gray sky.
View of a historic stone building through a series of arches, with columns in the foreground and a landscape visible in the distance.
A historic stone church with a tall tower and dome, situated on a grassy lawn, under a partly cloudy sky.
Historic building with arched colonnade, a well in the foreground, and a grassy courtyard under a clear blue sky.
An old, domed stone building with classical architecture is surrounded by trees on a sunny day.
Ornate cathedral ceiling with a central dome, painted frescoes, and architectural details in a grand, symmetrical design.
A historic church with a dome and tower is surrounded by lush hills, fields, and scattered buildings under a clear blue sky.
A church surrounded by cypress trees is set in a misty, rolling landscape at dawn with a rising orange and gray sky.
View of a historic stone building through a series of arches, with columns in the foreground and a landscape visible in the distance.
A historic stone church with a tall tower and dome, situated on a grassy lawn, under a partly cloudy sky.
Historic building with arched colonnade, a well in the foreground, and a grassy courtyard under a clear blue sky.

Where it is

Chiesa di San Biagio, Via di San Biagio 14

Activity provider: Tiqets International B.V.

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