Val d'Elsa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Piazza della Cisterna showing heritage architecture, night scenes and dining out
Piazza delle Erbe featuring heritage architecture
Piazza Duomo which includes heritage architecture as well as a small group of people
Piazza Duomo featuring a sunset and heritage architecture
Piazza Duomo featuring night scenes and heritage architecture

Where to stay in Val d'Elsa

Piazza della Cisterna showing heritage architecture, night scenes and dining out

San Gimignano City Centre

5/5(7 area reviews)

San Gimignano City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza Duomo.

San Gimignano City Centre
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Certaldo Alto

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Certaldo Alto. You might want to make time for a stop at Casa del Boccaccio or Palazzo Pretorio.

Certaldo Alto
Hotel Pescille - Tuscany Charme

Hotel Pescille - Tuscany Charme

3 out of 5
Strada Statale 47, Localita Pescille, San Gimignano, SI
The price is ₹8,097 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
₹8,097
₹9,519 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Gimignano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Fattoria San Donato and Historical Torture ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (329 reviews)
"Beautiful views!!!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hotel Pescille - Tuscany Charme
Hotel Ristorante Alcide

Hotel Ristorante Alcide

4 out of 5
Viale Marconi, 67/A, Poggibonsi, SI
The price is ₹4,039 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
₹4,039
₹4,443 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Poggibonsi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (456 reviews)
"I highly recommended"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Hotel Ristorante Alcide
RELAIS SANTA CHIARA - TUSCANY CHARME

RELAIS SANTA CHIARA - TUSCANY CHARME

4 out of 5
Via Giacomo Matteotti, 15, San Gimignano, SI
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Gimignano. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Historical Torture Museum and Museum San ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (400 reviews)
"Wonderful everything ! Love to back again !"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

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Camping Boschetto Di Piemma

Camping Boschetto Di Piemma

3 out of 5
Localita' Santa Lucia 38C, San Gimignano, SI
Stay at this 3-star campsite in San Gimignano. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges and a garden. Popular attractions Sovestro in Poggio Winery and Historical ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (85 reviews)
"The mobile homes were a great alternative when Via Francigena hostels were full. Friendly people, swimming pool was wonderful , and an easy walk back and forth to San Gimignano."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Camping Boschetto Di Piemma
La Casa di Ines

La Casa di Ines

Via delle Romite 2, San Gimignano, SI
Stay at this aparthotel in San Gimignano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Archaeological Museum - Spezieria Santa Fina - Raffaele De Grada ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Amazing property and family !"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

La Casa di Ines
Castello Del Nero - Podere San Filippo

Castello Del Nero - Podere San Filippo

Strada Casaglia 3/4, Barberino Tavarnelle, FI
Stay at this spa residence in Barberino Tavarnelle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Abbey of Passignano and Casa Sola ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"We loved our stay here. The rooms were clean and updated. All the amenities you need are provided. The pool and the views by it are amazing and the area is quiet. The small town nearby has great food options. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2025

Castello Del Nero - Podere San Filippo
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Popular places to visit

San Gimignano Communal Palace

San Gimignano Communal Palace

5/5(2 reviews)

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.

San Gimignano Communal Palace
Monteriggioni Castle

Monteriggioni Castle

5/5(1 review)

After visiting Monteriggioni Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Monteriggioni. Discover the area's beautiful countryside or seek out its local tours.

Monteriggioni Castle
Piazza Duomo which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Piazza Duomo

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Browse the collections of ancient art, which grace the walls of the medieval landmarks that surround this resplendent public square.

Piazza Duomo
Piazza della Cisterna which includes a city, street scenes and a square or plaza

Piazza della Cisterna

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Admire the palaces and towers that frame this beautiful square, which was once a medieval marketplace. Today, it’s a venue for cultural events.

Piazza della Cisterna
Piazza delle Erbe featuring heritage architecture

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.

Piazza delle Erbe
Alta Val d'Elsa River Park

Alta Val d'Elsa River Park

Explore the great outdoors at Alta Val d'Elsa River Park, a lovely green space in Colle di Val d'Elsa. Discover the countryside and spas in this quaint area.

Alta Val d'Elsa River Park

Cities near Val d'Elsa

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Colle di Val d'Elsa

Monteriggioni

Monteriggioni

Siena

Siena

San Gimignano showing shopping and street scenes as well as a large group of people

San Gimignano