Staying at Case Graziani means being in a privileged position for discovering some of the most fascinating historic villages between Umbria and Tuscany. Within just a short drive, you can reach towns and villages rich in art, architecture, historic palaces, medieval and Renaissance churches, and spectacular views.
The location of Case Graziani is ideal for those who want to combine relaxation in the countryside with cultural excursions to discover the villages of Umbria and Tuscany.
Città della Pieve: the village of Perugino
The first village to visit is naturally Città della Pieve, just a few minutes from Case Graziani.
The historic centre, characterised by the warm colours of its traditional brick buildings, preserves a particularly harmonious medieval layout and reflects the meeting point between Umbrian and Tuscan culture.
Città della Pieve is also closely associated with Pietro Vannucci, known as Perugino, one of the most important painters of the Italian Renaissance. Walking through the historic centre, you will encounter important historic buildings, including Palazzo della Corgna, one of the town’s most elegant aristocratic residences, designed by Galeazzo Alessi from the mid-16th century onwards.
For guests staying at Case Graziani, it is one of the easiest cultural destinations to reach and can also be visited during a short excursion.
Chiusi: art, architecture and Etruscan civilisation
Just a few kilometres away, across the border into Tuscany, lies Chiusi, a town with an extraordinarily ancient history.
Here, medieval and Renaissance architecture overlaps with the remains of the great Etruscan civilisation.
The National Etruscan Museum of Chiusi houses Etruscan, Roman and Lombard artefacts and is one of the main points of reference for discovering the archaeological history of the area.
Chiusi is therefore a particularly interesting destination for anyone interested in art, archaeology and history, and is easily reached from Case Graziani, even for a half-day excursion.
Castiglione del Lago: the fortress and Palazzo della Corgna
Continuing towards Lake Trasimeno, you reach Castiglione del Lago, one of the most picturesque villages in Umbria.
The historic centre preserves its medieval walls and the spectacular Rocca del Leone, one of the most interesting examples of Umbrian medieval military architecture.
From the walls and the patrol walkway, visitors can enjoy wonderful views over Lake Trasimeno.
Next to the fortress stands Palazzo della Corgna, built in the 16th century and famous for its richly frescoed rooms. A visit allows you to combine art, architecture and landscape in a single experience.
Montepulciano: the charm of the Tuscan Renaissance
Crossing into Tuscany, you can also easily reach Montepulciano, one of the most famous hill towns in the region.
Built on a hill between the Val di Chiana and Val d’Orcia, Montepulciano preserves a medieval historic centre enhanced by extraordinary Renaissance architecture.
The heart of the town is Piazza Grande, surrounded by some of its most important buildings: the Palazzo Comunale, the Cathedral, Palazzo Contucci and Palazzo Nobili-Tarugi. The square represents one of the finest examples of Renaissance architectural harmony in Tuscany.
Also not to be missed is the Church of San Biagio, designed by Antonio da Sangallo the Elder and considered one of the masterpieces of Italian Renaissance architecture.
Montepulciano is, of course, also one of the most interesting destinations for wine lovers, thanks to the renowned Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
An agriturismo in the heart of an artistic heritage
One of the great advantages of staying at Case Graziani is precisely the opportunity to have an extraordinary artistic and architectural heritage within easy reach.
During a single holiday, you can travel from the medieval streets of Città della Pieve to the Etruscan heritage of Chiusi, from the walls of Castiglione del Lago to the Renaissance palaces of Montepulciano.
After a day dedicated to art, history and culture, you can return to Case Graziani and relax in the peaceful Umbrian countryside, surrounded by olive groves and rolling hills.
Discover also our guide to holidays in Umbria and Tuscany to plan your stay and explore the surrounding area.