What to see, what to do
à San Gimignano

Travel guide San Gimignano

San Gimignano, known as the 'City of the Beautiful Towers', is a medieval Tuscan town famous for its unique architecture and impressive towers.

Cette ville du patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO a prospéré au Moyen Âge et conserve de nombreux exemples de l’architecture du 11ème au 13ème siècle, notamment ses célèbres tours.

Accessible by bus or car from Florence or Siena, San Gimignano does not have a direct railway station, but its proximity to these cities makes it easy to visit.

Accommodation

San Gimignano offre une variété d’hébergements, des hôtels de charme aux agritourismes et chambres d’hôtes dans les fermes environnantes.

Gastronomy

Vernaccia di San Gimignano wine, saffron, Tuscan charcuterie

What is there to see? What to do?

The medieval towers, Piazza della Cisterna, Collegiata di San Gimignano, SanGimignano Museum1300

Historic centre, surrounding countryside, wine-growing areas

Visits to vineyards and wine tasting, walks in the Tuscan countryside, photographic walks

Farm visits, pottery workshops, historical treasure hunts

San Gimignano medieval festival, wine harvest, local festivals and markets

Activities

Shopping

Boutiques d’artisanat local, galeries d’art, magasins de produits gastronomiques

Nightlife

The nightlife is quiet, centred on dinners in local restaurants and wine tastings.

Did you know?

San Gimignano was an important site on the Via Francigena, a medieval pilgrimage route.
La ville a conservé 14 de ses tours médiévales d’origine, sur les 72 qui s’y trouvaient autrefois.
Vernaccia di San Gimignano was the first Italian wine to receive the DOC designation.
Saffron from San Gimignano was a precious spice in the Middle Ages, contributing to the town's wealth.
The SanGimignano1300 museum presents a detailed reconstruction of the town as it was in the 14th century.

Tips and tricks
Explore the town on foot to discover its hidden streets and squares.
Try the famous gelato in Piazza della Cisterna.
Explorez les petites églises et musées pour une perspective plus complète sur l’histoire de la ville.

Visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the crowds. Don't miss the panoramic views from the tops of the towers.

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