Orto de' Pecci: A Hidden Valley in Siena

Visit Siena Guide editorial·May 19, 2026·6 min read

Just below the city walls south of Piazza del Mercato, Orto de' Pecci is a green valley that feels rural in the middle of the city.

# Orto de' Pecci: A Hidden Valley in Siena

Just below the city walls south of Piazza del Mercato, Orto de' Pecci is a green valley that feels rural in the middle of the city.

Key facts

Working organic vegetable gardens, free to walk through.
Small restaurant on site, focused on what is grown 10 meters away. Excellent value.
View back up at the medieval skyline of Siena.
Often used for evening events in summer.
Reach it: via Porta Giustizia or down from Via di Salicotto. 5 minutes from the Campo.

What I tell visitors

Lunch here on a sunny day is one of the most pleasant low-key meals in Siena. Reservations recommended on weekends.

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Final word

Whatever brings you to Siena — food, the Palio, the Tuscan countryside — slow down. The city repays attention. If you have a tip to add or a correction, write us at redazione@visitsienaguide.it.