By MupDay - the planner that does the research for you.
Updated: 2026-08-23
San Gimignano is a medieval hill town in Tuscany, famous for its well-preserved historic towers and breathtaking views. Visit to experience an authentic medieval atmosphere, wander its narrow streets, and enjoy panoramic views of the Tuscan countryside.
Plan a trip to San Gimignano →The must-see places in San Gimignano include Gelateria Dondoli, Torre Grossa, Piazza della Cisterna, Duomo di San Gimignano (Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta), Piazza del Duomo and more. Here is the full list, with a short note on each:
An award-winning gelateria offering unique and high-quality flavors, a must-visit for everyone.
The tallest tower in San Gimignano, offering spectacular views of the town and the Tuscan countryside.
A beautiful square with an ancient well, the heart of the medieval town.
A stunning Romanesque cathedral with impressive 14th-century frescoes.
The main square surrounded by towers and the Palazzo del Popolo, a great starting point for a tour.
An important art museum housed in the historic town hall, featuring works by Tuscan artists.
Remains of an ancient fortress offering stunning panoramic views of the town and countryside.
A church with important 15th-century frescoes by Benozzo Gozzoli.
A museum displaying historical torture instruments, for a unique and disturbing experience.
One of the main streets of the town, filled with local shops and restaurants.
A wine shop and restaurant offering excellent Tuscan wines with a beautiful view.
An ancient fountain outside the city walls, formerly a central water source.
Here is what 3 days in San Gimignano look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.
This is an example. The planner builds a different route for your dates, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.
Build your own itinerary - your dates, your preferences ←Gelateria Dondoli, Torre Grossa, Piazza della Cisterna, Duomo di San Gimignano (Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta), Piazza del Duomo, Palazzo Comunale (Town Hall) and Civic Museum
Any season works - MupDay plans around opening hours and the weather, and rebuilds your days as you add or remove places.
Most travellers spend between two and five days in San Gimignano. MupDay builds a full itinerary for whatever length you pick - two days, three, four or a week - splitting the places across the days by proximity and opening hours, so each day stands on its own.
Pick places in MupDay and it auto-builds a day-by-day route with no zig-zag, weather-aware.
