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San Gimignano, Italy

Things to Do in San Gimignano

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Tuscan Cooking Class

Most booked tours and tickets in San Gimignano

Wine and food tasting in an organic family winery

Wine and food tasting in an organic family winery

5.0189 reviews2h 45m
Tuscany Wine Tour: 2 Wineries & Chianti from San Gimignano

Tuscany Wine Tour: 2 Wineries & Chianti from San Gimignano

4.982 reviews6h
Truffle Lunch & Hunting Experience in San Gimignano

Truffle Lunch & Hunting Experience in San Gimignano

4.945 reviews3h

Top sights in San Gimignano

  1. 1Medieval Towers
  2. 2Piazza della Cisterna
  3. 3Collegiata Church
  4. 4Vernaccia Wine Tasting
  5. 5World Championship Gelato
  6. 6Tuscan Countryside Views
  • The Iconic Medieval Skyline: Climb the 54-meter Torre Grossa for a breathtaking 360-degree view of the town's famous towers and the rolling Val d'Elsa countryside, a sight unchanged for centuries.
  • Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine: Taste the town's signature white wine, Italy's first DOCG, on a tour of a local vineyard like Fattoria San Donato or at an enoteca such as Enoteca di Vinorum.
  • World-Champion Gelato: Indulge in creative, artisanal flavors at Gelateria Dondoli, a multi-time world gelato champion located right on the triangular Piazza della Cisterna.

Food and drink experiences in San Gimignano

Vintage Fiat 500 Tour: Lunch and 2 Wine tastings in the Chianti

Vintage Fiat 500 Tour: Lunch and 2 Wine tastings in the Chianti

4.352 reviews7h
Private Tuscan meal with Wine and EVO oil tasting

Private Tuscan meal with Wine and EVO oil tasting

4.846 reviews1h 30m

Day trips and outdoor activities from San Gimignano

Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride

Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride

4.610 reviews7h
San Gimignano Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone

San Gimignano Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone

4.48 reviews1h
Half-Day Horseback Ride in Tuscany for beginner riders

Half-Day Horseback Ride in Tuscany for beginner riders

5.08 reviews2h

Hidden gems in San Gimignano

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Sant'Agostino Church

A quieter, beautiful church at the northern end of town, away from the main squares.

Spezieria di Santa Fina

A reconstructed medieval pharmacy within the Museo Civico complex.

The 'Chiostro di San Lorenzo' (Cloister)

A peaceful, hidden cloister accessible through a doorway near the Collegiata.

Via degli Innocenti

A narrow, picturesque alley running parallel to the main Via San Giovanni.

Fattoria San Donato Vineyard

A family-run vineyard and agriturismo a short drive (or pleasant walk) outside the town walls.

Day trips from San Gimignano

Siena

40 min by bus or car

The magnificent Gothic rival to Florence, Siena is home to one of Italy's most spectacular squares, the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, and an awe-inspiring cathedral. Its contrade (district) culture is palpable.

Volterra

30 min by car

Another dramatic Etruscan hill town known for its alabaster craftsmanship and deep, pre-Roman history. It offers a grittier, less polished medieval atmosphere compared to San Gimignano.

Chianti Wine Region

45-60 min by car

Drive through the iconic rolling hills, cypress-lined roads, and vineyards of the Chianti Classico region, stopping at historic estates for wine tastings and rustic lunches.

Plan your San Gimignano trip

Things to do in San Gimignano: FAQ

What are the best things to do in San Gimignano?+

Top sights include Medieval Towers, Piazza della Cisterna, Collegiata Church and Vernaccia Wine Tasting. Away from the crowds, try Sant'Agostino Church and Spezieria di Santa Fina.

What are the most popular tours in San Gimignano?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Tuscan Cooking Class (5.0 stars, 662 reviews); Wine and food tasting in an organic family winery (5.0 stars, 189 reviews); Private Wine & Oil Tasting with Lunch (4.6 stars, 119 reviews).

How much do tours in San Gimignano cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €10 and €210 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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