San Gimignano City Centre Travel Guide
San Gimignano
Visit San Gimignano City Centre
Popular places to visit
Piazza Duomo
Browse the collections of ancient art, which grace the walls of the medieval landmarks that surround this resplendent public square.
Piazza della Cisterna
Admire the palaces and towers that frame this beautiful square, which was once a medieval marketplace. Today, it’s a venue for cultural events.
San Gimignano Communal Palace
You can browse the exhibits at San Gimignano Communal Palace, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to San Gimignano. Discover the area's beautiful countryside or seek out its local tours.
Piazza delle Erbe
Watch the world go by and admire San Gimignano’s medieval architecture from the comfort of a café terrace at this central square.
Medieval Criminal and Torture Museum
This intriguing museum highlights the callousness of humans via displays of authentic and gruesome torture devices from around the world.
Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Vernaccia di San Gimignano Wine Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in San Gimignano. Discover the area's beautiful countryside or seek out its local tours.
Top hotels in San Gimignano City Centre
Residenza d'Epoca Palazzo Buonaccorsi
Great location inside the city walls. Historic building with a beautiful courtyard. Room was large, warm, and comfortable in Dec. Host was fantastic and helped us with parking recommendations for our trips to Sienna and Florence. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Hotel Athena
It’s very beautiful
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel Continental Siena – Starhotels Collezione
Staff is amazing! The hotel is beautiful! Hotel is very clean and a respite from walking all day! Be sure and ask for different pillows if you are particular... they have many kinds to choose from!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hotel Ristorante Alcide
I highly recommended
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Hotel Chiusarelli
The room was spotlessly clean, the staff were welcoming and helpful, and the breakfast was delicious!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Borgo Vescine
This was a beautiful location. The room was spacious and loved the patio for coffee in the mornings. It was very private. We enjoyed the pool and restaurants were great. Breakfast was amazing. We did the picnic and dinner in the Olive Garden and loved getting to know others at our table. The chefs ...
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
