Temple of San Biagio
Supplied by: Chiesa di San Biagio
Discover a beautiful Greek-Renaissance church in stunning Tuscan surroundings
Highlights
- Discover a stunning Tuscan church that's a perfect mix of classical Greek and Renaissance architectural styles Admire the intricately carved marble designs and beautiful frescoes, including a legendary depiction of the Virgin Mary with St. Francis Get to know the history of this 500-year-old church with a free multi-language audio guide
What's included
- Entrance to the Temple of San Biagio
- Audio guide in English, Italian, French, German, and Spanish (25 minutes)
- Guided tour
Overview
Nestled among the rolling hills of Montepulciano wine country is this spectacular Greek-Renaissance church, built in 1518 and substantially restored by Pope Leo X in the 16th century. It's famed for its 'glowing' marble brickwork, a stunning fresco of the Madonna and St Francis, and a design which was used as the basis for St. Peter's Basilica – it's the original prequel.
Know before you go
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
Cancellation policy
before_timeslot
Venue address
Chiesa di San Biagio
Via di San Biagio 14
