San Gimignano
A hill town famous for its medieval stone towers and its white wine.
Tuscany · about 7,480 people (2023)
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Tips for visiting San Gimignano
- The town's skyline of medieval towers is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Vernaccia di San Gimignano is the local white wine.
- Arrive early or stay overnight, because day trippers fill the streets by late morning.
- Siena and Volterra are the nearest bigger towns.
Dates, prices and rules change, so check official sites before you travel.
Getting to San Gimignano by train
Train, then a short bus or taxi ride. There is no direct train. Take a train to Poggibonsi–San Gimignano and then a bus up to the town.
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