Private Tour in San Gimignano
Private Tour in San Gimignano
Immerse yourself in the Middle Ages, visiting one of the most beautiful medieval villages of Italy. You will never forget the ancient towers and the dreamlike landscape by which it is surrounded. The tour will begin from the main gate, Porta San Giovanni, continue towards Piazza della Cisterna, where you can taste the famous ice cream that won many prizes.
In the next square admire the Public Palace and the wonderful Cathedral. If you choose to visit the palace, you will explore the Civic Museum and the highest tower of the town, from where you can take wonderful pictures or if you prefer to enter inside the Cathedral you will see the well-preserved frescoes. At the end of the tour enjoy the panorama from the fortress, where today is situated the Vernaccia Museum, the DOCG white wine produced in this area.
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Porta San Giovanni
Meet your guide you at the main gate of San Gimignano "Porta San Giovanni"
15 minutesPiazza della Cisterna
Discover this beautiful square, the stories about the rivalry between the families who lived here and the history of the towers. How did they look like during the Middle Ages? Why are so many towers in a so little village? Your guide will have an answer to all your questions...
20 minutesCollegiata di Santa Maria Assunta - Duomo di San Gimignano
Choose if you want to enter inside or not. The Cathedral is decorated with well-preserved frescoes of the 14th century and houses other wonderful works of art.
20 minutesPalazzo Pubblico e Torre Grossa
From the museum you can climb the highest tower of San Gimignano (54 meters) called the Big tower, from where you can take incredible pictures.
10 minutesRocca of Montestaffoli
Romantic walking in the nature and panoramic views
20 minutesChurch of Sant'Agostino
The Church of St. Augustine is also very beautiful. Inside you will admire the frescoes of Florentine artists.
15 minutesVia San Matteo
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10 minutesIncluded
- 2 h Private Tour with a local guide
- Art and history of San Gimignano
- Visit the external and if you want also the inside of the Town Hall, the big tower and the Cathedral
- Discover the best typical local products
Not Included
- Wine tasting, Ice cream tasting
- Admission to Civic Museum, Tower and Cathedral
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off service. If you need a private driver, ask for a quotation.
Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women.
- Participants will walk medium distances
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Wear comfortable shoes and be ready for variable weather conditions
- In case of wheelchairs or strollers, please inform us in advance, so that the tour can be organised in the best possible way
- Due to strikes or force majeure, we reserve the right to change the itinerary
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.