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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  Italy  /  Tuscany  /  Province of Siena  /  San Gimignano  /  Historic Centre of San Gimignano

Historic Centre of San Gimignano, San Gimignano

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Historic Centre of San Gimignano is a World Heritage Site renowned for its medieval architecture. Enclosed by a 13th-century wall, the hilltop town boasts panoramic views of the bucolic Tuscan countryside. Admire the numerous towers that dot the town skyline, as well as its many Romanesque and Gothic churches. Take a break from sightseeing in one of the many cafes and restaurants that line the quaint village streets. Put Historic Centre of San Gimignano and other San Gimignano attractions into our San Gimignano tour itinerary planning tool, and watch your holiday take shape.
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  • By firetchr
    Lovely city and area. Great shopping and the countryside around San Gimignano is amazing. We took a cooking class nearby as well. 
    Lovely city and area. Great shopping and the countryside around San Gimignano is amazing. We took a cooking class nearby as well.  more »
  • By Bob J
    It’s certainly worth a visit to San Gimignano just to check out the architecture. The city was abandoned before the Renaissance so the buildings retain the medieval look. It’s authentic. Many shops... 
    It’s certainly worth a visit to San Gimignano just to check out the architecture. The city was abandoned before the Renaissance so the buildings retain the medieval look. It’s authentic. Many shops...  more »
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