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San Gimignano: A Guided Tour & Monteriggioni

Come see one of the Churches of the Knights Templar, while enjoying 14th century frescoes.

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Outdoor Recreation invites you to head to the streets of the small Etruscan settlement of San Gimignano. This town stands 334m above sea level. Its history begins back in the 10th century. A lively town in the middle ages, San Gimignano served as a urban center for the area. This town's beautiful medieval architecture is sure to send you back in time. 

What to Expect:

After arriving we will link up with our tour guide for a three hour walking tour. Some of the places we will visit along the way will be:

  • Piazza Martiri della Liberta'
  • Porta all'Arco
  • The Baptister
  • Chiesa della Misericordia
  • Cappella della Croce (Chapel of the Cross)
  • Church of San Leo

After our walking tour you will have free time to grab yourself something to eat followed by a trip to Monteriggioni. Monteriggioni was built in 1214 and served in the front line in the Siene war against Florence. Once there you will have admission to the city and museum and have free time to explore on your own.

Includes:

  • Transportation
  • Guided tour
  • Museum access in Monteriggioni
  • Trip facilitator

City info: San Gimignano

Estimated drive time: 4 hours each way

Departs:

  • Del Din Shoppette at 4:30 a.m.
  • Ederle Outdoor Recreation at 5 a.m.

What to Bring:

  • Euro for purchases (food, shopping, etc.)
  • Activity-appropriate clothing
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Water and snacks
  • Comfort items for bus ride
  • Camera

Spend the day under the Tuscan sun with Outdoor Recreation!

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Cost

$100.00 Ages 14 and up

$80.00 Ages 4-13 years

$30.00 Ages 3 years and younger

Registration Information

Register with Outdoor Recreation in person or over the phone by calling +39 0444-71-4900 (DSN: 646-4900).

Program
Outdoor Recreation
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • +39 (0)444-71-4900
  • Military DSN (314)646-4900
  • Hours:
    Monday
    10:30am-5:30pm
    Tuesday
    10:30am-5:30pm
    Wednesday
    10:30am-5:30pm
    Thursday
    10:30am-5:30pm
    Friday
    10:30am-5:30pm
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
    Holidays
    Closed