Things to do in San Gimignano

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San Gimignano featuring street scenes, night scenes and heritage architecture
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Chianti Half Day Wine Tour from Florence

Chianti Half Day Wine Tour from Florence

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 54 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €49 per adult
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History & culture

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Medieval Tuscany Experience: Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence

Medieval Tuscany Experience: Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence

Activity duration is 11 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is €55 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Volterra: Fresh Pasta Cooking Class at a Tuscan Farmhouse

Volterra: Fresh Pasta Cooking Class at a Tuscan Farmhouse

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €105 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Wine & Oil Tasting with Lunch

Private Wine & Oil Tasting with Lunch

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €63 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Tuscany Hiking Tour from Siena Including Wine Tasting

Tuscany Hiking Tour from Siena Including Wine Tasting

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €55 per adult
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What to do in San Gimignano

Popular places to visit

San Gimignano Communal Palace

San Gimignano Communal Palace

You can browse the exhibits at San Gimignano Communal Palace, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to San Gimignano. Discover the area's beautiful countryside or seek out its local tours.

San Gimignano Communal Palace
Piazza Duomo featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Piazza Duomo

Browse the collections of ancient art, which grace the walls of the medieval landmarks that surround this resplendent public square.

Piazza Duomo
Piazza della Cisterna which includes a square or plaza, street scenes and a city

Piazza della Cisterna

Admire the palaces and towers that frame this beautiful square, which was once a medieval marketplace. Today, it’s a venue for cultural events.

Piazza della Cisterna
Piazza delle Erbe showing heritage architecture

Piazza delle Erbe

Watch the world go by and admire San Gimignano’s medieval architecture from the comfort of a café terrace at this central square.

Piazza delle Erbe
Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Assunta

Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Assunta

You can browse the exhibits at Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Assunta, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in San Gimignano. Discover the area's beautiful countryside or seek out its local tours.

Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Assunta

Tenuta Torciano Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Tenuta Torciano Winery during your travels to Ulignano. Discover the beautiful countryside and wineries in this relaxing area.

Tenuta Torciano Winery

Medieval Criminal and Torture Museum

This intriguing museum highlights the callousness of humans via displays of authentic and gruesome torture devices from around the world.

Medieval Criminal and Torture Museum

Sovestro in Poggio Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Sovestro in Poggio Winery during your travels to San Gimignano. Discover the area's beautiful countryside and wineries.

Sovestro in Poggio Winery

Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in San Gimignano. Discover the area's beautiful countryside or seek out its local tours.

Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine Museum

Areas of San Gimignano

Piazza della Cisterna featuring café scenes, night scenes and dining out

San Gimignano City Centre

5/5(7 area reviews)

San Gimignano City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza Duomo.

San Gimignano City Centre
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Colle di Val d'Elsa

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Certaldo

Volterra showing a small town or village and heritage elements

Volterra

Frequently asked questions

Is San Gimignano worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in San Gimignano is visit Sovestro in Poggio Winery. Tick this major attraction off your agenda, then experience more of this area's walking trails and nature.
How do I spend a day in San Gimignano?
When you've checked off key attractions like Castelvecchio and Palazzo Pretorio, spend the rest of your day enjoying San Gimignano's retail and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in San Gimignano?
The top tourist attraction in San Gimignano is Sovestro in Poggio Winery, so make sure to add it to your agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in San Gimignano?
Three days in San Gimignano is enough to visit the city's key attractions. Many travellers book for three days on average. Sovestro in Poggio Winery, Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Assunta and Colle di Val d'Elsa Cathedral are top-rated sights. Want to see more? Hang around a little longer to explore nearby hotspots such as Florence.
Is San Gimignano a walkable city?
With attractions like Sovestro in Poggio Winery nearby, San Gimignano is every bit a place to see on foot. Like to visit some exciting neighbourhoods within walking distance of the city centre? San Gimignano City Centre is about 0.16 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in San Gimignano with kids?
Deciding what to do in San Gimignano with kids has never been so simple. Whether you're travelling with toddlers or teenagers, there are many family-friendly attractions to keep them happy here.

What to do in San Gimignano for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or outdoor adventurer, there are lots of things to do in San Gimignano for adults including Sovestro in Poggio Winery and Castello di Monsanto.
Are there free things to do in San Gimignano?
One of the simplest ways to find free things to do in San Gimignano is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can visit without reaching for your wallet. Colle di Val d'Elsa Cathedral is one sight that doesn't charge an admission fee.