Welcome to San Gimignano
As you crest the nearby hills, the 14 towers of the walled town of San Gimignano rise up like a medieval Manhattan. Originally an Etruscan village, the settlement was named after the bishop of Modena, San Gimignano, who is said to have saved the city from Attila the Hun. It became a comune (local government) in 1199, prospering in part because of its location on the Via Francigena. Building a tower taller than their neighbours' (there were originally 72) became a popular way for prominent families to flaunt their power and wealth. In 1348 plague wiped out much of the population and weakened the local economy, leading to the town's submission to Florence in 1353. Today, not even the plague would deter the swarms of summer day trippers, who are lured by a palpable sense of history, intact medieval streetscapes and enchanting rural setting.
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Tuscany 1-Day Sightseeing Tour with Siena, Pisa, San Gimignano
Meet your local guide before heading for the hills on a scenic drive through the Tuscan countryside. Your first stop for the day is gothic Siena, famous for its medieval streets. Choose to join a guided tour through the city(free entry inside the Cathedral is included). Or, alternatively, you're free to marvel the sights of Siena at your own pace, enjoy a drink in an open air cafe and meet the locals. Enjoy a stroll among Chianti vineyards, olive groves and wine cellars before indulging in a traditional Tuscan lunch amongst the Sienese hills where Chianti wine is produced. Surrounded by grapes vines you'll have the opportunity to meet fellow travelers while feasting on local foods including cold meats, salads, pasta and bread. A wine-tasting class will be held during lunch including free samples of wine and olive oil (which are also available for purchase).After lunch you will visit San Gimignano where you can roam the maze of cobbled streets and small squares, grab a gelato and walk between San Gimignano's famous 14 towers. Your final stop is Pisa, where you can take an up-close inspection of The Leaning Tower, view the Cathedral, the Baptistery and monumental Cemetery in Pisa before venturing back to Florence where your full-day tour concludes.Want to skip the long lines at the Leaning Tower of Pisa?Upgrade to the Tour & Leaning Tower of Pisa option and you’ll receive pre-booked entrance tickets. Go to the front of the queue at the Leaning Tower of Pisa without having to wait in line and experience a once in a lifetime opportunity to climb the world’s most titled tower. Leaning Tower of Pisa has 296 steps over 7 floors. The climb will take approximately 30 minutes. You will arrive in Pisa approx. 6pm and leave 6.50pm. Children aged 8 years and under are not permitted to climb the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
Chianti 1-Day Tour from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Greve
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: San Gimignano 1300, San Gimignano, TuscanyChianti Hill Top medieval Village, famous also for its towersDuration: 1 hourStop At: Piazza del Campo, Siena, TuscanyGuided tour of the historic center, starting from its most beautiful square, Piazza del Campo, of which the Palazzo Pubblico (Town Hall) is the focal point and a pleasant walk through the narrow medieval streets of the city, flanked by splendid palaces and historic shopsDuration: 45 minutesStop At: Il Palio, Siena, TuscanyThe “Contrade” (districts into which the city is divided) are the real core of local social life, where inhabitants of each district compete with each other, as they devote themselves to the preparation of the famous Palio horse-race. The Museum of a ”Contrada”, as well as its Oratory, is therefore the heart of the district. It is an intimate and secret place containing historical documents and wonderful relics of the famous Palio, as well as magnificent works of art, which are normally not disclosed to the publicDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Duomo di Siena, Siena, TuscanyThe spectacular Cathedral of the 12th century, of which we can admire the magnificent architecture and the splendor of the polychrome marbles. Interior visit depending on the selected option.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Monteriggioni, Monteriggioni, TuscanyThe charming historical hamlet of Monteriggioni, an amazing small medieval village enclosed by its famous walls, which remained standing to this dayDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Monteriggioni, Monteriggioni, TuscanyThen crossing the gently Chianti rolling hills, we will arrive to a cozy Winery, where taste four fantastic wines and sampling balsamic vinegar and “zero food miles” products , to end this memorable experience in the heart of Tuscany with delicious Tuscan flavorsDuration: 1 hour
Siena, Pisa, and San Gimignano Tour with Lunch from Florence
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Piazza del Campo, Siena, TuscanyOne of the most beautiful squares of Italy, with its shell shape.It houses the incredible Palazzo Pubblico and the Torre del MangiaDuration: 20 minutesStop At: Palazzo Pubblico and Museo Civico, Siena, TuscanyAn incredible Gothic style architecture standing in the magnificent Piazza del CampoDuration: 10 minutesPass By: Torre del Mangia, Siena, TuscanyA stunning architecture that stands in Piazza del CampoStop At: Siena Cathedral, Siena, TuscanyOne of the most beautiful churches in Italy, with its Gothic-style architecture and its elegant white and green marble decorationsDuration: 15 minutesPass By: Chianti Road, TuscanyEnjoy breathtaking views of the chianti landscape while you travel on your busStop At: Historic Centre of San Gimignano, San Gimignano, TuscanyThe most famous Medieval hilltop villages in Italy, SAN GIMIGNANO, where you can explore the maze of cobbled streets, the small squares and many local artisan shops.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Leaning Tower of Pisa, Pisa, Province of Pisa, TuscanyOne of the symbols of ItalyDuration: 1 hourStop At: Piazza dei Miracoli, Pisa, Province of Pisa, TuscanyAdmire the stunning Cathedral, the Baptistery, the Monumental Cemetery and also the chance to snap photographs of the celebrated Leaning Tower.Duration: 1 hour
Siena, San Gimignano, Chianti Wine Tasting from Florence
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Piazza del Campo, Siena, TuscanyOne of the most beautiful squares in Italy, with its shell shape and the stunning Gothic architecture of Palazzo PubbicoDuration: 20 minutesStop At: Siena Cathedral, Siena, TuscanyOne of the most beautiful Gothic-style churches in Italy, with its radiant green and white marble decorationsDuration: 15 minutesStop At: Centro Storico di Siena, Siena, TuscanyVisit Siena, famous for its splendid examples of Gothic architecture and the traditional Palio horse race. Follow your local guide to the suggestive Piazza del Campo, where the magnificent Palazzo Pubblico stands, with its Torre del Mangia. Visit Piazza del Duomo and be impressed by the imposing Cathedral,Duration: 2 hoursPass By: Chianti Road, TuscanyTake in breathtaking views of the Chianti countryside as you travel from one destination to the otherStop At: Historic Centre of San Gimignano, San Gimignano, TuscanyFamous for its white wine, the world renowned Vernaccia, and its skyscrapers, also declared a World heritage Site by UNESCO! The visit is free for independent sightseeing, strolling around the narrow streets and admiring the relaxing landscape. Duration: 1 hourStop At: Monteriggioni, Monteriggioni, TuscanyA Medieval hilltop gem, with its still intact walls. Here you can drink in the history and relive the atmosphere of olden times.Duration: 1 hour
Siena to San Gimignano and Chianti Wine Tasting Day Trip
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Rocca di Castellina, Castellina In Chianti, TuscanyFree time in Castellina in Chianti Duration: 30 minutesPass By: Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta - Duomo di San Gimignano, San Gimignano, TuscanyFree time in San GimignanoStop At: Piazza del Duomo, San Gimignano, TuscanyFree time in San GimignanoDuration: 15 minutesStop At: Piazza della Cisterna, San Gimignano, TuscanyFree time in San GimignanoDuration: 1 hourStop At: Chianti Road, TuscanyWine tasting in a winery close to San GimignanoDuration: 1 hour
Siena, San Gimignano Small-Group Tour with Lunch from Florence
Meet your group at the Florence main train station for a day filled with art, history, sightseeing, food, and wine. Hop aboard your minibus and after approximately a 1-hour drive through the Tuscan countryside, enter the heart of Siena, and start the visit with your guide. Take off through the town's narrow streets and hear stories about Siena as you go. Skip the line to see the interior of the magnificent Cathedral, and pass through the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, where the Palio horse race is held twice a year. After the walking tour, you'll have some free time to enjoy Siena on your own. On the way to San Gimignano, admire the unique Tuscan landscape, driving through marvelous scenery surrounded by olive trees, vines and old stone buildings. Next stop is at a family owned wine estate. Here, you will have time to relax and enjoy a proper Tuscan lunch that gives you a taste of country hospitality. After lunch, with an easy drive, you will reach San Gimignano where you will finish your day. Famous for its splendid skyline of tall Medieval towers, here you will have free time to explore on your own, the main street full of typical shops, have a look at the "Collegiata" (main church), or enjoy a gelato. You will be back in Florence in the late afternoon. Sample Menu: Assorted cold cuts, cured ham, salami, cheeses, bruschetta, pasta, or soup, salad, dessert and coffee, accompanied by the winery's own excellent products such us, different wines, and olive oil and Vin Santo (sweet dessert wine).