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Amazing tour!
Richard makes the history come alive. He is a tour guide like none other. We truly loved our visit! Such a pretty and very historically interesting city!
Private Tour in San Gimignano
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $160 / person
- Location
- San Gimignano, Italy
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 62 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Siena Experience Italian Hub
- Meeting point
- Departure PointMeeting point in San Gimignano in front of Porta San Giovanni
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $160
- Youth (ages 5–12)
- Free
- Child (ages 0–4)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $320.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Porta San Giovanni
Meet your guide you at the main gate of San Gimignano "Porta San Giovanni"
Piazza 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...
Collegiata 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.
Palazzo Pubblico e Torre Grossa
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.
Rocca of Montestaffoli
Romantic walking in the nature and panoramic views
Church of Sant'Agostino
The Church of St. Augustine is also very beautiful. Inside you will admire the frescoes of Florentine artists.
Via San Matteo
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What's included
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.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
62 reviews
How it compares in San Gimignano
- Rated higher than 73% of 40 reviewed tours in San Gimignano
- No. 5 by number of reviews among 145 tours in San Gimignano
- Starting price $160 is 75% above the typical $92 for tours of similar length in San Gimignano
Excurgo comparison of 145 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Tour in San Gimignano take?
Private Tour in San Gimignano lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Private Tour in San Gimignano cost?
Prices start at $160 per person for this San Gimignano experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $320. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Tour in San Gimignano run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
How much does Private Tour in San Gimignano cost for children?
Children aged 0–4 pay nothing, adults from $160.
Can I cancel Private Tour in San Gimignano for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Departure Point: Meeting point in San Gimignano in front of Porta San Giovanni. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Private Tour in San Gimignano offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller In case of wheelchairs or strollers, please inform us in advance, so that the tour can be organised in the best possible way
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible In case of wheelchairs or strollers, please inform us in advance, so that the tour can be organised in the best possible way
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(62)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
J
Lovely day and very...
Lovely day and very educated tour guide. Would recommend to anyone traveling to San Gimignano. Thank you
G
This was our 3rd visit to...
This was our 3rd visit to San Gimignano and were enthusiastic to learn about the history of the city. We were so excited to meet Richard who has a vibrant personality and a tremendous amount of knowledge. We love to listen to the history and stories that are associated with this walled city. Highly recommend.
S
Pia did a great job!
Pia was prompt and helpful as our private guide for San Gimingnano. She was knowledgeable and informed. We toured the highlights of this medieval city with lots of little stops to discuss the history and culture of this beautiful town.
T
Absolutely wonderful
Our tour guide was absolute perfection. She was delightful to listen to. Her knowledge of San Gimignano, Italy, architecture and history was vast and wonderful to hear. Thank you so much for a memorable 2 hours!
L
Great tour!
Anna did a wonderful job showing us around and giving us the history of San Gimignano! We selected the private tour option so she catered it to what was interesting to us! We definitely recommend!
M
Great tour!
Our tour guy, Richard, was very informative. He know so much a San Gimignano. The place was beautiful! It will ask if I recommend. I do if you love history, yes. You may want to pass if you’re just sight seeing or wanting to shop.
P
Great Walk in San Gimignano
San Gimignano is a wonderful walking city and Anna was a terrific guide. Views of the surrounding countryside are magnificent.
C
Too Long/Disengaging
We were disappointed in this tour. Our tour guide was not very personable, extremely repetitive and by the hour mark, we were ready for the tour to be over and astonished that there was an hour left. We love these types of tours to give us the background on the city we are visiting but this was just not a great experience overall. At least based on our experience, look for an hour long tour, not two hours.
L
Richard was amazing
Our tour guide Richard was phenomenal. He was so energetic and enthusiastic about the city…it was infectious. We loved it! Even on a dreary and rainy day we had a spectacular time. We are still talking about it/him!
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