Palazzo Piccolomini in Pienza
Next to the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, stands the majestic Palazzo Piccolomini, the private residence of Pope Pius II.
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Museums
A direct look at the history, art and traditions that have shaped the town over the centuries. Discover the countless stories concealed within Pienza’s museums.
The TEPOTRATOS Museum of Monticchiello
TEPOTRATOS: TEatro POpolare TRAdizionale TOScano (Traditional Tuscan Popular Theatre): the hidden meaning behind a seemingly unknown word is revealed.
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Palazzo Borgia Diocesan Museum
The Episcopal Palace of Pienza is a key architectural element in the Renaissance urban complex conceived by Pope Pius II; it stands to the left of the Cathedral and was intended for Cardinal Rodrigo Borgia, the future Pope Alexander VI.
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