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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  Italy  /  Tuscany  /  Province of Siena  /  San Gimignano  /  Historic Centre of San Gimignano

Historic Centre of San Gimignano, San Gimignano

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Historic Centre of San Gimignano is a World Heritage Site renowned for its medieval architecture. Enclosed by a 13th-century wall, the hilltop town boasts panoramic views of the bucolic Tuscan countryside. Admire the numerous towers that dot the town skyline, as well as its many Romanesque and Gothic churches. Take a break from sightseeing in one of the many cafes and restaurants that line the quaint village streets. Put Historic Centre of San Gimignano and other San Gimignano attractions into our San Gimignano tour itinerary planning tool, and watch your holiday take shape.
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  • By Steve S
    SAN GIMIGNANO is a hill town in Tuscany known for it’s 14 medieval towers still standing (originally there were 72). It is a very popular tourist destination and fun to walk through, but other than... 
    SAN GIMIGNANO is a hill town in Tuscany known for it’s 14 medieval towers still standing (originally there were 72). It is a very popular tourist destination and fun to walk through, but other than...  more »
  • By Hugo W
    We have been here 20 years ago, and decided it was time to re-visit. The place is worth the visit any time, a bit touristic of course, but still worth the time to visit. 
    We have been here 20 years ago, and decided it was time to re-visit. The place is worth the visit any time, a bit touristic of course, but still worth the time to visit.  more »
  • By rbritting
    A terrific vacation stop while in Tuscany Italy. We stayed less than a mile away and it was very convenient to get in and tour. The only problem is handicap people cannot navigate while in the... 
    A terrific vacation stop while in Tuscany Italy. We stayed less than a mile away and it was very convenient to get in and tour. The only problem is handicap people cannot navigate while in the...  more »
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