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The antique cafe' in Liberty style is located in Via Voltaia del Corso 27-29, Montepulciano historic center. Founded in 1868 it could be defined as a symbol of the city. It has always maintained throughout the years its role of cafè-bar and meeting point for aristocratic families on holidays as well as the right place for social and cultural exchanges. The cafè-bar offers you a splendid view over the surrounding landscape.  Here is a list of famous personages that Cafe' Poliziano welcomed: Carducci, Pirandello, Prezzolini, Malaparte, Mario Del Monaco, Giulietta Masina, Federico Fellini and many more.  Cafe' Poliziano was restored in 1992 and still remains a cultural reference for local people and numerous tourists from all over the world.

Open all year round from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.  All day wine testing and typical Tuscan snacks and/or appetizers Caffe' Poliziano  also offers:  Own pastry making - Illy Caffé (high quality brand),  croissants,   traditional cuisine - Tea list - Wide range of cocktails and hot chocolate - Italian Gelato of own production -  Piano bar,  cultural events, conferences, art exhibitions - The Caffe' accommodates 60 persons.

The Caffè Poliziano is situated in the very heart of Montepulciano, in the main street crossed by "Contrada di Voltaia",  where one can admire beautiful Renaissance palazzos making Montepulciano so unique. Over one of these ancient houses, "Palazzo Grugni",  a beautiful marble marks the entry of the Cafè Poliziano.

You can easily get to the cafe' walking through the main gate of the city, "Porta al Prato", or descending from "Piazza Grande", or with minibus "Pollicino" that passes through the Corso (main street), or you can park on parking place n°6 and then reach the Caffè Poliziano, through the street "Vicolo Cervini".

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