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- Per booking
- Up to 15 people
- Languages
- German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Rating on Viator
- 4.9 / 5 · 63 reviews
About this tour
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.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
The supplier asks you to tell them your needs when you book.
“In case of wheelchairs or strollers, please inform us in advance, so that the tour can be organised in the best possible way”The supplier’s own words
Meeting point: Departure Point: Meeting point in San Gimignano in front of Porta San Giovanni.
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Itinerary
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- 1
Meet your guide you at the main gate of San Gimignano "Porta San Giovanni"(15 min)
- 2
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 min)
- 3
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 min)
- 4
Choose if you want to enter or not. Inside the Public Palace there is the Civic Museum, which hosts famous frescos of the 14th century in the Hall of Dante, the Florentine writer and poet. 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 min)
- 5
Romantic walking in the nature and panoramic views(20 min)
- 6
The Church of St. Augustine is also very beautiful. Inside you will admire the frescoes of Florentine artists.(15 min)
- 7
.(10 min)
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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
- 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
Included
- 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.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Location & contact
- Area
- San Gimignano
- Meeting point
- Departure Point: Meeting point in San Gimignano in front of Porta San Giovanni
- Contact
- Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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