Many of Pienza’s most memorable spots were built during a three-year period. The town’s historic center is the Piazza Pio II, which is surrounded by the Palazzo Piccolomini, the Palazzo Borgia, and a stunning cathedral. The square is also home to restaurants and cafés. Other local highlights include the Pieve di Corsignano, a 12th-century church located just down the hill from the town’s center, and the town’s famous local cheese, Pecorino di Pienza.xa0
Many tours of Tuscany visit Pienza along with neighboring Val D’Orcia towns, including Siena, Montalcino, and Montepulciano. You can also opt for a tour that focuses on the area’s traditional foods and wines, including Pienza’s famous cheese.