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Private Tour in San Gimignano

Recommended by 100% of travelers
San Gimignano, Italy
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

5.0
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· Sueldp1 ·
Sep 2025
People should realize the UNESCO town of San Giminano is amazing and much more involved then we had realized. Our guide (whom we do not have her name) was able to give us so much history of the town and interesting facts. We would definately use her again.The buildings were incredible with the type of architecture that was used. A tour not to be missed.
· Tammi_L ·
Oct 2025
Barbara was absolutely a delight! She was knowledgeable and friendly and didn't rush us. It was a beautiful day spent in San Gimignano!

Overview

Step into the Middle Ages on this 2-hour private tour of San Gimignano, one of Italy’s most stunning medieval villages. Stroll through historic squares, admire ancient towers, and choose to visit the majestic Cathedral or climb the Big Tower for breathtaking views. Discover local traditions, art, and flavors, including award-winning gelato and DOCG Vernaccia wine.
  • Explore medieval towers and charming squares
  • Optional visit to the Cathedral and Public Palace
  • Taste award-winning local gelato
  • Discover the best local products and traditions

What's 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
  • 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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • San Gimignano Porta San Giovanni
    53037 San Gimignano, Province of Siena, Italy

    Departure Point: Meeting point in San Gimignano in front of Porta San Giovanni

End point

  • Porta San Matteo
    53037 San Gimignano, Province of Siena, Italy

Itinerary

1

Porta San Giovanni

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Piazza Della Cisterna

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta - Duomo di San Gimignano

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

4

Palazzo Pubblico e Torre Grossa

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

5

Rocca of Montestaffoli

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

6

Church of Sant'Agostino

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

7

Via San Matteo

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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.
  • Stroller accessible
  • Participants will walk medium distances
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • 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
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0
based on 52 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wonderful tour with Barbara!

Tammi_L, Oct 2025
Barbara was absolutely a delight! She was knowledgeable and friendly and didn't rush us. It was a beautiful day spent in San Gimignano!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

We're delighted you had such a positive experience. Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

The Wonderful Town of Giminano

Sueldp1, Sep 2025
People should realize the UNESCO town of San Giminano is amazing and much more involved then we had realized. Our guide (whom we do not have her name) was able to give us so much history of the town and interesting facts. We would definately use her again.The buildings were incredible with the type of architecture that was used. A tour not to be missed.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

We're delighted you had such a positive experience. Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Great Informative Tour

Julia_A, Sep 2025
This was the most informative tour we had during our trip to Tuscany. Elena taught us so much about the history of San Gimignano that wr really appreciated what we saw.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your lovely review! It means a lot to us to know that you had a memorable tour. We hope to welcome you back again someday! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

San Gimignano with Richard

Amanda_C, Jul 2025
We had the best day and tour with Richard! He was PHENOMENAL! Knowledgeable, fun, and charming. He gave us a wonderful recommendation for lunch too! We really enjoyed ourselves!!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

We're delighted you had such a positive experience. Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Great Tour in San G

Emily_B, Jun 2025
We had 4 children on this tour with us and 6 adults. Our tour guide did a wonderful job of making it interesting for all of us. She was very knowledgeable and flexible - we were there on a first communion day and the parade through the streets meant she needed to change her tour a bit but it was lovely. Highly recommend.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

We're delighted you had such a positive experience. Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

excellent tour! our...

michael_c, Jun 2025
excellent tour! our guide was very good! She really knew San Gimignano and the entire Tuscan region. we were very pleased.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you for your lovely review! It means a lot to us to know that you had a memorable tour. We hope to welcome you back again someday! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Knowledgeable guide

Darla_W, Jun 2025
Beautiful and clean ancient city, everything we had hoped for in a visit to a hilltop community. We highly recommend a visit here.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

We're so happy to hear you had a great experience. Siena is a special place, and we're glad we could share its beauty and history with you! Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Wonderful Walled City!

John_S, May 2025
Wonderful personal tour covering all of the city highlights with a wonderful guide! This city should be a must visit and tour when visiting Tuscany!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you for your lovely review! It means a lot to us to know that you had a memorable tour. We hope to welcome you back again someday! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Barbara was a great guide in San Gimignano

Diane_I, Mar 2025
Barbara gave us a very good history of the area with a personal touch. She also gave us good recommendations for the area including a great lunch lunch spot, cooking class, and spa.

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for your lovely review! It means a lot to us to know that you had a memorable tour. We hope to welcome you back again someday! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Super informative tour!...

Connie_B, Feb 2025
Super informative tour! Highly recommend if you want to know everything about this beautiful area! Great views and stop for lunch as well!

Response from Host, May 2025

We're delighted you had such a positive experience. Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Wonderful!

kelly_m, Nov 2024
Barbara was wonderful! She was from the town originally and her knowledge was vast and wonderful. Beautiful town with unreal views. Highly recommend !

Response from Host, May 2025

We're delighted you had such a positive experience. Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Love San Gimignano!

Deedee_F, Oct 2024
We had a horrible rainy day! Soaked and chilled but Ricardo was terrific! Entertaining and knowledgeable. Highly recommend him.

Response from Host, May 2025

We're so happy to hear you had a great experience. San Gimignano is a special place, and we're glad we could share its beauty and history with you! Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Roberto - an excellent guide of San Grimignano.

Robin_K, Sep 2024
We booked a 90 minute private tour of San Gimignano. Roberto our tour guide was fantastic. He was upbeat and has a deep knowledge of San Grimignano. We learned so much and he also gave us a wonderful recommendation for gelato and a place to enjoy lunch. We highly recommend him.

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for your lovely review! It means a lot to us to know that you had a memorable tour. We hope to welcome you back again someday! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Worthwhile Tour

Cheryl_Z, Sep 2024
Barbara was very knowledgeable and went out of her way to entertain the child in our group and to accommodate to the rain during our tour. The town and views of the surrounding countryside were truly beautiful. Enjoyed hearing the history behind what we were seeing.

Response from Host, May 2025

We're delighted you had such a positive experience. Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Engaging Tourguide in San Gimignano

Sherri_G, Sep 2024
Richard is very personable and extremely knowledgeable. His English was excellent as well. We learned a tremendous amount about the history of San Gimignano in two hours. I would strongly recommend him!

Response from Host, May 2025

We're delighted you had such a positive experience. Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Enriching!

Leigh_G, Sep 2024
We have been to San Gimignano many times but our guide Richard so enriched our experience! So very happy he was our guide!!🇮🇹🇮🇹

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for your lovely review! It means a lot to us to know that you had a memorable tour. We hope to welcome you back again someday! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Spectacular!

Sandy_R, Sep 2024
We booked this tour at the last minute and how fortunate for us we did. Mari, our guide, was a gem! The village of San Gimigano is an absolute must see. Filled with history and architecture, it is a wonderful way to learn more about Tuscany. Mari was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and had a great sense of humour. Despite the bad weather that threatened at the beginning of our tour, we all persevered and how glad our group was we did! Great tour and a great place to simply wander and soak up the atmosphere!

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for your lovely review! It means a lot to us to know that you had a memorable tour. We hope to welcome you back again someday! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Mariela...

Gerardo, Aug 2024
Mariela Was a great guide, I would highly recommend her to others. The place has much history and she was well informed

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour and your time in Siena. It was a pleasure having you with us! Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

San Gimignano

jeancamp1aolcom, Jul 2024
Just liked how passionate tour guy richard was about the town it was beautiful … quaint and nice history story

Response from Host, May 2025

We're delighted you had such a positive experience. Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Wonderful tour of San Gimignano

Edward_S, Jul 2024
We had an amazing tour of San Gimignano. Our guide was super friendly and knowledgeable. We would definitely recommend her for other guests.

Response from Host, May 2025

We're delighted you had such a positive experience. Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

San Gimignano walking tour

Christian_K, Jul 2024
Richard’s energy and knowledge were unmatched and will keep you entertained. San Gimignano is a wonderful city! Get your gelato early as the line gets long quickly.

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for your lovely review! It means a lot to us to know that you had a memorable tour. We hope to welcome you back again someday! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Best tour in Italy

Ann_M, Jun 2024
Our tour guide, Richard, was fabulous. He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and clearly passionate about sharing fascinating information throughout the tour. It was one of the best tours we ever had.

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for your lovely review! It means a lot to us to know that you had a memorable tour. We hope to welcome you back again someday! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

San Gimignano tour with Barbara

Jeff_F, Jun 2024
Barbara was amazing! She was fun, organized, and we learned so much about the history of San Gimignano. The 2 hours flew by, best guided tour we have had in our travels. Could not recommend this tour with her higher, it was exactly what we hoped it would be and more!

Response from Host, May 2025

We're delighted you had such a positive experience. Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Made a vacation special in Italy

ralph_e, May 2024
Touring the ancient city with someone who knows all about the interesting facts And the history of the city

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour and your time in Siena. It was a pleasure having you with us! Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

San Gimignano Experience

Kathleen_N, May 2024
Richard was an entertaining and knowledgeable guide. His pace was leisurely and he filled the time with relevant and interesting facts.

Response from Host, May 2025

We're delighted you had such a positive experience. Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Fantastic!

Derek_O, May 2024
Richard was amazing! Informative and very personable. Book this tour with him! Highly recommend for incredible information about San Gimignano.

Response from Host, May 2025

We're delighted you had such a positive experience. Your feedback inspires us to keep doing what we love. Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Love San Gimignano!

Fran_R, Apr 2024
Wonderful tour! Enjoyed learning about the city up to present day. Highly recommend it! Love Italy more after this experience!

Response from Host, May 2025

We're so happy to hear you had a great experience. San Gimignano is a special place, and we're glad we could share its beauty and history with you! Hope to see you soon! Chiara from Siena Experience Italian Hub :)

Excellent

Jon_E, Sep 2023
Richard was a very knowledgeable guide in San Gimignano! Would do this tour again! Great if you into the history of Italy

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Thank you very much ;) We are happy you had a nice experience with our guide. Hope to see you again very soon!

Wonderful and Educational!

gr8at80, Sep 2023
We took this tour on the first day of our three week stay in San Gimignano. Our guide was knowledgeable and quite personable. What we learned has served as a wonderful foundation to the rest of our days here.

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Thank you very much ;) We are happy you had a nice experience with our guide. Hope to see you again very soon!

Nice historical context shared

mjpf77, Sep 2023
Our tour guide was passionate and knowledgeable. A real good experience. Overall, we are satisfied with the tour and the experience!

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Thank you very much ;) We are happy you had a nice experience with our guide. Hope to see you again very soon!

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