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SAN GIMIGNANO

Description:

San Gimignano is a small medieval town in Tuscany, close to Siena. It is famous primarily for its medieval towers, that constitute a whole ensemble, and for its art. The town is stretched along the two axes: north-south, that goes from Porta San Giovanni to Porta San Matteo; and west-east, the ancient road that was once connecting the archbishop%27s castle with the market. Altogether there are 15 towers in San Gimignano. The highest one, la Torre Grossa, is 54 meters high. The oldest one is la Torre Rognosa. For its distinctive look San Gimignano is sometimes called "Medieval Manhattan". Speaking about the town%27s art, it%27s worth mentioning the Collegiata Church of 12th century and Saint Augustine Church, both situated near the central square, that house many beautiful frescoes of Sienese school.

Climate

San Gimignano lies in a zone of Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild rainy winters. Snow and frost are rare.

Transport

The closes airport is Pisa%27s Ampugnano, however the majority of tourists arrive at the airports of Florence and Pisa. In San Gimignano there isn%27t any railway station as the town is located on the hill. Though to get to the town one can reach Poggibonsi station and take a bus to the center of San Gimignano. To get more information is possible in Poggibonsi in tourist office. Also one can arrive at San Gimignano by bus from Siena and Florence with bus change in Poggibonsi.

Find hotels in SAN GIMIGNANO

Hotels in SAN GIMIGNANO


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Podere Sant'Elena

Address: Loc.Racciano 42A, San Gimignano

$119 - $248

Quick description Colonial house, fully rebuilt, respecting the original Tuscan architectural lines and antique traditions. The transformation of the granary, the hay barn and the cowshed into appealing rooms has created a comfortable, spacious and welcoming structure which guarantees guest peace... more

Poderi Arcangelo

Address: Via San Benedetto 26, Badia a ElmiSan Gimignano

$90 - $220

Location. Poderi Arcangelo is located in San Gimignano's Val d'Elsa neighborhood, close to Bocaccio House. Additional area points of interest include Collegiata di San Gimignano and Chiesa di Sant'Agostino. Property Features. This San Gimignano property is attached to a winery.... more

Hotel La Vecchia Cartiera

Address: Via Oberdan 5/7/9, Colle di Val dElsa

$63 - $132

Location. Hotel La Vecchia Cartiera is located in Colle di Val d'Elsa's Val d'Elsa neighborhood and local attractions include Piazza della Cisterna, Collegiata di San Gimignano, and Piazza Duomo. Additional area points of interest include San Gimignano Communal Palace and Torre... more

Casa Lari

Address: Loc Pancole. San Gimignano, San Gimignano

$150 - $333

Hotel information The hotel's facilities include swimming pool, garden, laundry room and public parking. When full, some cars can park in the private parking area, 100 metres from the hotel. Quick description This elegant apartment complex is situated in Pancole, an outlying hamlet 6 km from... more

Hotel L'Antico Pozzo

Address: San Matteo 87, San Gimignano

$157 - $300

Quick description L'Antico Pozzo is set in a 15th-century building, in the heart of San Gimignano, on central Via San Matteo. This charming hotel offers stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi.Recognised as a historical residence, L'Antico Pozzo’s impressive medieval heritage has been carefully... more

Casolare di Remignoli

Address: Loc. Remignoli 26, San Gimignano

$88 - $307

Quick description Just 10 minutes’ drive from San Gimignano lies Casolare di Remignoli, a typical Tuscan farmhouse. The outdoor pool overlooks San Gimignano’s famous towers.Casolare di Remignoli has been carefully renovated to maintains its original wooden beams and terracotta floors. Rooms are... more

Relais Della Rovere

Address: Via Piemonte 10, Colle di Val dElsa

$101 - $343

Location. Relais Della Rovere is located in Colle di Val d'Elsa's Val d'Elsa neighborhood and local attractions include Piazza della Cisterna, Collegiata di San Gimignano, and Piazza Duomo. Additional area points of interest include San Gimignano Communal Palace and Torre Grossa.... more

Villasanpaolo Hotel

Address: Strada Provinciale Per Certaldo, San Gimignano

$159 - $393

Location. Villasanpaolo Hotel is located in San Gimignano's Val d'Elsa neighborhood, close to Chiesa di Sant'Agostino, Collegiata di San Gimignano, and Piazza delle Erbe. Nearby points of interest also include Podesta's Palace and Torre Grossa. Hotel Features. Villasanpaolo... more

Relais Santa Chiara Hotel

Address: Via Matteotti 15, San Gimignano

$138 - $199

Location. Relais Santa Chiara Hotel is located in San Gimignano's Val d'Elsa neighborhood, close to Piazza della Cisterna, Collegiata di San Gimignano, and San Gimignano Communal Palace. Nearby points of interest also include Piazza Duomo and Podesta's Palace. Hotel Features.... more

Hotel La Collegiata

Address: Loc. Strada Nr. 27, San Gimignano

$326 - $1,223

Quick description Originally a Franciscan convent, built in 1587, this magnificent hotel overlooks the heart of the Chianti wine region and is a few kilometres from the medieval city of San Gimignano. The rooms, which are furnished in a style that reflects the Sienese Renaissance palaces, are... more


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