Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta (Duomo di San Gimignano) Tours

Taking prize place beside the Town Hall on Piazza Duomo, the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta (Duomo di San Gimignano) ranks among most impressive monuments of San Gimignano’s UNESCO-listed historic center.
Behind its comparatively reserved façade, the church’s main claim to fame is its exquisite frescos, which date back to the 14th and 15th centuries, and remain remarkably unrestored. The bold colors and painstaking detail bring to life iconic biblical scenes including Cain and Abel, Noah’s Ark, the Garden of Eden and dramatic depictions of Heaven and Hell, with highlights including works by Bartolo di Fredi, Lippo Memmi, Benozzo Gozzoli and Taddeo di Bartolo.
Adjoining the church, the small Museum of Sacred Art includes more works taken from the Duomo and other San Gimignano churches, including a Crucifix by Benedetto di Maiano and the ‘Madonna of the Rose’ by Bartolo di Fredi.
Insider’s Tip: Don’t forget to take a peek at the chapel of Santa Fina, a Renaissance masterpiece by architect Giuliano da Maiano, sculptor Benedetto da Maiano and painter Domenico Ghirlandaio.
Practical Info
The Collegiate Church of San Gimignano is located in Piazza Duomo in the historic center of San Gimignano. Opening times are: Nov-March Mon-Sat 10am-5pm and Sun 12.30-5pm; April Oct Mon-Fri 10am-7.30pm, Sat 10am-5.30pm, Sun 12.30-7.30pm. Adult admission is €4, while combined admission to the church and the adjoining Museum of Sacred Art is €6.
Address: Piazza Duomo, 2, San Gimignano, Italy
Hours: Nov-March Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12.30-5pm; April-Oct Mon-Fri 10am-7.30pm, Sat 10am-5.30pm, Sun 12.30-7.30pm
Admission: Adult €4, Child €2
16 Tours and Activities to Experience Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta (Duomo di San Gimignano)
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San Gimignano Walking Tour and Vernaccia Wine Tasting - Semi Private
On this insider’s introduction to San Gimignano, you’ll explore the Tuscan hilltop town on foot, discovering medieval-era landmarks. Highlights include panoramic views of the surrounding countryside from the Torre Grossa, Renaissance-era frescos in the Church of St. Augustine, and a peek at the town’s original walls. You’ll also have the chance to partake in a local wine tasting.
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$106.90
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$106.90
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Private walking tour in San Gimignano with a local licensed guide
San Gimignano is a small and historical medieval village and only with a local licensed guide you will enjoy easily its culture, buildings and history.
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$184.65
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$184.65
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

San Gimignano Best of Gothic & Renaissance Art - Private Tour
If you are an art lover or you simply want to discover the best masterpieces in San Gimignano, you can’t miss this tour!
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$160.03
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$160.03
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Siena and San Gimignano Private Tour from Florence
Discover the art, history, and culture of Siena, Monteriggioni, and San Gimignano on a private 9-hour tour. Comfortable transportation from your Florence hotel enables you to visit a long list of locations in just one day. Listen to in depth commentary from your driver, then explore each location on your own. Because it’s a private tour, you get a completely immersive experience and don’t spend a moment waiting on other people.
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$835.13
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San Gimignano: Wellness Day in a Tuscan Winery
In this unique experience you will have the chance to experience a relaxing moment suitable for all ages. You will be in first person, accompanied by our staff and very nice dogs, to look for truffles in our truffle forest, next to the green vineyards in the Chianti countryside. You will experience unique emotions by learning to search, recognize and clean the precious truffles.
During the truffle hunt, and the subsequent cooking class you will learn in first person to manipulate the truffle, making dishes with our cook who will teach you all the secrets of how to taste it, eat it or keep it.
Have lunch in a tuscan winery, tasting the wines produced by the winery for over 13 generations. All completed by visiting the medieval city of San Gimignano, for shopping and to admire the wonders of history and the City. On request is possible to have an exciting Archery experience or an unbelievable Helicopter Wine Tour over San Gimignano and the Chianti's hills.
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$827.22
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San Gimignano Private Walking Tour
Explore the historic hill town of San Gimignano with this 2-hour walking tour. Learn about the many Medieval towers that give the town such a distinctive skyline.
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$175.38
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$175.38
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

The best of Siena and San Gimignano from Livorno
We will pick you up from the Livorno sea Port around 08.00am we will visit Siena and San Gimignano best sites
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$766.65
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$766.65
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitized between use

San Gimignano Vespa tour - 1 vespa for 2 people
Our San Gimignano tour includes:
- Delivery of your Vespa (125cc, automatic gears) at hotel Villa Ducci
- Technical and informative briefing.
- Half day guided driving.
- A stop in Monteriggioni where you can relax, stretch and visit the town.
- Aperitif at hotel Villa Ducci when tour finished.
Kalitumba Tours offers you to see Tuscany through the eyes of a real local on a Vespa. Experience the Italian lifestyle in a unique way and enjoy 'La Dolce Vita Italiana'. We have selected the most scenic and calm routes for you to ride, and suggest the most cosy and qualitative restaurants to enjoy. After the tour you can taste an Italian aperitivo; the famous 'Vernaccia di San Gimignano'. This will be offered by us to wind down and relax after your Tuscan Vespa tour at hotel Villa Ducci, which will be the point of departure and return.
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$313.90
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$313.90
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Full Day Private Tour from Florence San Gimignano and Volterra with Wine Tasting
Escape from the chaos of big cities, dive into the tranquillity of the beautiful Tuscan countryside with its wheat fields, vineyards and ancient towns on board this fantastic tour. Breathe in the medieval magic of San Gimignano, the city of towers, surrounded by imposing walls and immersed in the stunning Sienese hills. Discover the fascinating Etruscan city of Volterra and let yourself be carried away by the timeless magic that envelops its historic centre.
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$381.60
Price varies by group size
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$381.60
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

San Gimignano Vespa tour - 1 vespa per person
Our San Gimignano tour includes:
- Delivery of your Vespa (125cc, automatic gears) at hotel Villa Ducci.
- Technical and informative briefing.
- Half day guided driving.
- A stop in Monteriggioni where you can relax, stretch and visit the town.
- Aperitif at hotel Villa Ducci when finished.
Kalitumba Tours offers you to see Tuscany through the eyes of a real local on a Vespa. Experience the Italian lifestyle in a unique way and enjoy 'La Dolce Vita Italiana'. We have selected the most scenic and calm routes for you to ride, and suggest the cosiest and qualitative restaurants to enjoy. After the tour you can taste an Italian aperitivo; the famous 'Vernaccia di San Gimignano'. This will be offered by us to wind down and relax after your Tuscan Vespa tour at hotel Villa Ducci, which will be the point of departure and return.
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$215.42
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$215.42

The Perfect Wine Experience Gift in Tuscany
Are you and your partner great wine lovers? This private tour will satisfy your desires! The tour starts at 2.30 pm from your hotel in Florence or Siena area, where a personal english speaking driver will pick you up to assist you for the rest of the day. You'll reach the first winery and here you meet the wine hospitality manager for a tour and special tasting.
After the tour your driver brings you to San Gimignano, one of the most romantic villages in Tuscany. Here you enjoy an exclusive dinner in one of the towers of the villages, a magnificent palace from the 1200, full of history, enriched by one of the 12 famous towers that still exist in this beautiful medieval city. You'll meet the guardian who will open you the door and you start with a mix of appetizers. The table will be set up prior to your arrival, dressed elegantly in lace or satin tablecloth with beautiful handmade decoration.
At the end of this romantic experience you'll be brought back to the hotel!
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$3,334.92
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$3,334.92

Siena and San Gimignano Private Shore Excursion By Car
A scenic drive through the enchanting countryside of Tuscany will take you to your destinations: Siena and San Gimignano.
Siena is one of the most popular and visited places in Tuscany, extremely rich in history and art and with strong local traditions tied to its 17 districts (called “contrade”) and to the famous Palio di Siena, the biggest annual event that takes place twice each summer in the city.
San Gimignano is famous for its fascinating medieval architecture and towers that rise above of all the other buildings offering an impressive view of the city from the surrounding valley.
PLEASE NOTE Your driver is NOT a licensed tour guide.
This is as Tour By Car with only an English Speaking Driver (it does NOT include Tour Guides or Walking Tours).
To comply with italian strict laws, drivers are obliged to remain with the vehicle while guests sightsee on their own away from the vehicle.
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$1,002.17
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$1,002.17
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Wine Tasting in Tuscany - Half Day Tour from Florence
This is a great opportunity to spend half day in Tuscany enjoying a great lunch and wine tastings.
We will pick you up directly by your accommodation in Florence and we will head to San Gimignano, a stunning medieval town in the Tuscan countryside, surrounded by vineyards, olive grooves and the rolling hills. Here you will have time to stroll around the town for about an hour. Enjoy some free time shopping in the local artisans shops and take pictures of the incredible architecture of this ancient town. Later of we will leave San Gimignano to a local family owned winery where you will enjoy a great wine experience and delicious home made food. At the end we will drive you back to Florence stopping in Michelangelo Square lookout for some beautiful pictures of the city! Join us!
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$751.62
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$751.62
per group
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitized between use

Private 8-hour Tour to Siena and San Gimignano from Florence w/ Hotel Pick-up
Siena is the biggest and most known hill town of Tuscany. The city was founded by the romans in the years 62 b.C, it is located on top of three hills and hosts an amazing cathedral. San Gimignano is known as the town of the beautiful towers (“belle torri”), which used to be 76 between the 12th and 13th Century, nowadays there are 13 still.
Visit this two wonderful Italian tows with a local experienced driver/guide, who will be at your entire disposition during the total duration of the tour.
Possibility of visiting a winery close to San Gimignano.
- SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance
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$455.46
Price varies by group size
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$455.46
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

San Gimignano and Abbey of San Galgano
In the heart of Tuscany and Chianti.
Hills, vineyards, unspoiled nature.
Intact medieval cities.
Unforgettable atmospheres.
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$455.46
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$455.46
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Siena, San Gimignano and La Via Francigena
You go back in time enjoying the Tuscan countryside.
Let's get to know Siena with the first hospital in the world. We walk the ancient via Francigena letting ourselves be carried by the E bike. We will certainly take breaks for the photos as Monteriggioni and San Gimignano itself will rise before our rapt eyes.
The stop can take place in Monteriggioni at the small square of the characteristic village of Osterie, basically we are in full DOCG Chianti!
In San Gimignano we will be very surprised to recognize the "Manhattan of the Middle Ages" with its tall towers.
In Siena the tour takes place on foot. We will collect the E bikes with which we will make the tour of 49 km total for San Gimignano and back
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$135.41
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