Pitigliano, Italy

Pitigliano

A town carved from volcanic rock on the edge of a cliff in southern Tuscany.

  • Apr–Oct
  • Best by car
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Pitigliano

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the alleys of the old Jewish quarter, 'Little Jerusalem'.
  2. AfternoonWalk the Etruscan sunken roads, the vie cave, cut into the rock.
  3. EveningSee the town lit up from the viewpoint on the road from the east.

Day 2

Visit Sorano and Sovana, or soak in the Saturnia hot springs.

What to eat

Bianco di Pitigliano wine and sfratti honey-walnut sweets.

Local tips

Make the most of Pitigliano

Beat the crowds

Calm most of the year.

Best photo spot

The whole town on its cliff from the viewpoint near the Madonna delle Grazie church.

Getting there

Easiest by car, about 2 hours from Rome.

Don't miss nearby

Sovana, the Etruscan sunken roads, and the Saturnia hot springs.

Good to know

Pitigliano is called Little Jerusalem; visit the old synagogue and Jewish quarter.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Pitigliano

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Plan your visit

Getting to Pitigliano

Getting there

  • Perugia Airport (PEG)85 km away
  • Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)105 km away
  • Perugia80 km away
  • Rome105 km away

A car is the easiest way to get here and to see the area around it. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeApr–Oct
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereBest by car
Stay1 night
CountryItaly

Questions

Pitigliano: good to know

Is Pitigliano worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A town carved from volcanic rock on the edge of a cliff in southern Tuscany.

How many days do you need in Pitigliano?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Pitigliano?

The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. Calm most of the year.

How do you get to Pitigliano?

The nearest airport is Perugia Airport (PEG), about 85 km away. Easiest by car, about 2 hours from Rome.

What is there to see near Pitigliano?

Nearby hidden places include Saturnia Hot Springs (13 km), Civita di Bagnoregio (36 km) and Orvieto (37 km).

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