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San Gimignano is a strikingly beautiful city in Tuscany, which has taken refuge behind beautifully preserved ramparts with 14 (originally there were 72) towers. It was named after the Bishop of Modena, who is said to have repelled an attack by Attila and his Huns. San Gimignano is spread among cornfields, olive groves and vineyards in a green agricultural area.
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Sections:
Natural Beauties and Lakes
Piazzale Montemaggio
City park
Viewpoint San Gimignano
Scenic spot
Riserva Naturale di Castelvecchio
Nature preserve
Berignone Nature Reserve
Tourist Attractions
Duomo di San Gimignano
Piazza delle Erbe
Monday-Sunday: 10:00-18:30
Palazzo Comunale, Pinacoteca, Torre Grossa
Piazza Duomo, 2
Monday-Sunday: 11:00-19:30
Piazza della Cisterna
Piazza Della Cisterna, 20
00-24
Tower and Casa Campatelli
Via S. Giovanni, 15
Monday-Sunday: 10:30-17:30
Attractions For Kids
Gelateria Dondoli
Piazza Della Cisterna, 4
Monday-Sunday: 09:00-18:00
Piscina San Gimignano
Di Santa Lucia, 43
Monday-Sunday: 10:00-19:00
APD Tennis San Gimignano
Località S. Lucia
Monday-Sunday: 09:00-12:00 14:00-22:00
Museums
Chiesa di Sant'Agostino
Piazza Sant'Agostino, 10
Monday-Sunday:07:00–12:00 15:00–18:00
Chiesa di San Lorenzo in Ponte
Via S. Stefano, 8
Monday-Sunday:10:00–13:00 15:00–17:30
Museo Della Tortura E Della Pena Di Morte
Via S. Giovanni, 82
Monday-Sunday: 10:00–19:00
Galleria Continua
Via del Castello, 11
Monday-Sunday: 10:00–13:00 14:00–19:00
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Your first trip in San Gimignano
Visiting the main attractions
2-3 days
02
Family trip in San Gimignano and cities nearby
Visiting the main attractions, entertainment places and nature beauties of San Gimignano and surround
7-14 days
03
Big trip around San Gimignano and all Tuscany
Visiting the main attractions, entertainment places and nature beauties around San Gimignano and others cities of Tuscany
14-21 days
Discover the secret corners of San Gimignano, which will add a special charm and unforgettable experience to your trip.
Punto Panoramico
Viale Roma, 13
free access
SentierElsa
Parco Fluviale
La Grotta di Fulignano
Località Montefalconi
Monday-Sunday:19:00–21:30
Borgo Pignano
Localita' Pignano, 6
Check-in time: 14:00 Check-out time: 11:00
Wine Tour Vernaccia di San Gimignano
Via della Rocca, 1
Monday-Sunday:17:00–18:50
Remember ZTL
Downtown San Gimignano is a restricted traffic area, which means you won’t be able to drive through the city walls and you still have to be a fairly advanced driver to get your car through the narrow streets!
San Gimignano City Pass
The san Gimignano City Pass will give you admission to the Palazzo Comunale, the City Hall, Torre Grossa, the Archaeological Museum, the Santa Fina Pharmacy, the Raffaele De Grada Modern Art Gallery, the Duomo, the Museum of Sacred Art and the Church of Saint Lawrence for only 16 euros per person.
Taste local wine
Taste the Vernaccia wine, which is produced only in the area.
Located in the central square of Piazza della Cisterna in San Gimignano, Gelateria Dondoli is known throughout the world and is visited by numerous public figures. Thanks to his experience and desire to experiment, Maestro Desire Sergio created original and unusual tastes. His first creations are already famous: Crema di Santa Fina® (cream with saffron and pine nuts), Champelmo® (pink grapefruit and sparkling wine), Dolceamaro® (cream with aromatic herbs), Sorbetto di Vernaccia enrich the already existing huge menu.
La Mandragola
Via Diacceto, 23
Lunch, very relaxing pastel environment with references to the home air, to authenticity and substance. Gorgeous outdoor garden. Traditional dishes and more,executed with skill, even the presentation of the dishes makes you want to taste them. You should try the duck liver pate with caramelized figs and walnuts.
Le Vecchie Mura
Via Piandornella, 15
Very beautiful and well-maintained panoramic terrace, shaded by plants and well ventilated. Be sure to try Ribollita and Rabbit with white wine are two dishes that have been on the menu since 1982. The restaurant also offers gluten free pasta. Bike tours, excursions, cooking classes, tastings and more all this you will find in Le Vecchie Mura!
Il Ceppo Toscano
Via delle Romite, 13
Restaurant Il Ceppo Toscano was born in San Gimignano, in the spectacular halls of the monastery in 1200. Great cuisine immediately makes you forget where you are, what is outside.. The search for flavors and combinations, amazing and precise culinary combinations, perfect cuisine, wonderful cellar and friendly atmosphere make this place an absolute gem not to be missed for those who visit these great places, with prices maybe a little above average, but finally fully justified.
Cum Quibus - Ristorante Toscano
Via S. Martino, 17
Amazing restaurant experience. The staff are so warm and welcoming. The chef is brilliant and talented. The food is extraordinary and beautifully presented. Homemade bread, pasta, desserts. Exquisite dishes. Professionalism and courtesy. I cannot rave enough at how much I love this restaurant and recommend everyone to dine there.
Via S. Giovanni and Via S. Matteo:
Via S. Giovanni, Via S. Matteo
San Gimignano is a very small town, but you can still find many shops from the beginning of Via S. Giovanni to the end of Via S. Matteo: clothes, souvenirs, local products and much more.
Thursday weekly market
Piazza del Duomo, Piazza della Cisterna, Piazza delle Erbe
Every week on Thursday from 08:00 to 13:30, a market of various kinds is held in the main squares of the city: Piazza Duomo, Piazza della Cisterna, Piazza delle Erbe, where you can find everything you need: the freshest local products, handmade clothes and accessories, interior items and much more.
San Gimignano is a fairly safe city. The only thing is that you should be careful in the area of the station, because as in all cities at the stations you can meet suspicious people, scammers and pickpockets.
Villa San Paolo Resort & Spa Hotel San Gimignano
Crystalina
A very nice hotel, perfect for relaxing while immersing yourself in the magnificent Sienese landscapes. The staff is friendly and helpful. The rooms are hospitable, and the delicate aromas and relaxing melodies that accompany you throughout your stay create a special atmosphere. There is an outdoor pool with sun loungers, as well as a wonderful spa with Jacuzzi, sauna and Turkish bath. The romantic restaurant with large windows overlooking the hills and vineyards is also excellent.
The Secret of Pietrafitta
Everything about this hotel is perfect, places like this are rare. A place where you can truly relax away from the hustle and bustle. Charming location and 5 star hotel with attention to detail. Great view of San Gimignano during sunset breakfast or dinner; spacious rooms, comfortable and very well furnished with items found in local markets. You feel at home, in a very nice and even beautiful house. Highly recommended. Excellent food, from sweet and savory breakfast to dinner.
Hotel L 'Antico Pozzo
The hotel is housed in a beautiful historic building, in a strategic location allowing easy access to the entire center. Excellent room from all points of view: furniture, comfort, cleanliness… The staff is very accommodating and ready to accommodate any request. The breakfast is very rich and plentiful. A warmly recommended hotel.
For a couple in San Gimiliano
For 4 in San Gimiliano
09:00
Breakfast at the hotel
10:00
Visit Tower and Casa Campatelli
11:00
Walk around Piazza della Cisterna and Piazza del Duomo
12:00
Visit Palazzo Comunale, Pinacoteca, Torre Grossa
14:00
Lunch
15:00
Take ice cream in Gelateria Dondoli and walk aroun old town
16:00
Visiting winery Azienda Agricola Palagetto with degustation
19:00
Dinner in local restaraunt overlooking San Gimignano
Restaurants and bars should have toilets. Museums are a good option. Public toilet in the city center:
Via di Quercecchio, 2
Parcheggio Giubileo P1 large outdoor parking in the southern part of the city 10 minutes from the center.
Parcheggio 2 Montemaggio outdoor parking in the southern part of the city, closest to the center.
Parcheggio P3 Bagnaia Superiore outdoor parking in the northern part of the city, closest to the center.
Covered parkings
Unfortunately San Gimignano cannot boast of having underground parking.
Azienda Agricola Palagetto
Via Racciano, 10
A winery near San Gimignano where you can fully enjoy the tasting of excellent red wines accompanied by cold cuts, cheeses and other local delicacies in an atmosphere of tranquility.
Pietraserena, Az. Agr. Arrigoni
Località Casale, 5
Wine tour of the vineyards with a detailed explanation of the types of wines from excellent charming owners, with wine tasting accompanied by snacks.
Montese Cooking Experience
Unnamed Road
What could be better than creating something with your own hands?! "We want to share with you what has been our secret so far: love is born with a ladle in hand, with a pot on fire, with a little flour scattered everywhere, and finally finds its idyll around the table."
San Gimignano Experience - Cooking class, Truffle hunting, Wine tasting and much more
Cooking class
If you are looking for an amazing experience in Tuscany, look no further, you have found it! Truffle hunting in the mountains followed by a culinary master class on pasta cooking from dough to an incredible homemade dinner overlooking the Tuscan landscape, accompanied by local wine.
When is the best time to visit San Gimignano?
San Gimignano makes a great city getaway all year round.
But, the best time to visit is spring and early autumn. San Gimignano is always attractive, but during these months the temperatures are pleasant and the excessive summer heat is avoided. The climate of San Gimignano can be defined as temperate Mediterranean, with relatively mild winters and hot and sunny summers.
Do I need a car?
San Gimignano is a very small city and all attractions are centrally located and can be reached on foot, it is still better to have a car, so you can easily get to other attractions around.
In addition, San Gimignano does not have direct public transport to the airport, so with a car you can correctly and rationally allocate the time of your trip.
How many days to stay in San Gimignano?
San Gimignano is worth coming for one or two days, this will be enough to visit the main sights and enjoy the city.
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Where is the nearest railway station?
The nearest railway station is Poggibonsi-S. Gimignano which is located 12 kilometers from San Gimignano, from which you can easily reach the city by direct bus in half an hour.
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Where can I buy a “single ticket” for visiting attractions in San Gimignano?
“Single ticket” or San Gimignano Pass you can buy online: San Gimignano Pass, Tuscany | Tiqets
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