Val d'Elsa

Travel Guide

Piazza della Cisterna showing café scenes, night scenes and heritage architecture
Piazza delle Erbe which includes heritage architecture
Piazza Duomo featuring heritage architecture as well as a small group of people
Piazza Duomo which includes heritage architecture and a sunset
Piazza Duomo which includes night scenes and heritage architecture

Where to stay in Val d'Elsa

Piazza della Cisterna showing café scenes, night scenes and heritage architecture

San Gimignano City Centre

5/5(5 area reviews)

San Gimignano City Centre is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Piazza Duomo and San Gimignano Communal Palace.

San Gimignano City Centre
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Certaldo Alto

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Certaldo Alto. You might want to make time for a stop at Casa del Boccaccio or Church of Saint Jacob and Saint Philip.

Certaldo Alto
Hotel Ristorante Alcide

Hotel Ristorante Alcide

4 out of 5
Viale Marconi, 67/A, Poggibonsi, SI
The price is CA $82 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
CA $82
CA $100 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Poggibonsi. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (452 reviews)
Good Value for the cost !
"The hotel was good value for the price. The room was clean. The hotel is in a good, safe area. The A/C was able to keep up with the 98F temps outside. Check in was easy. The breakfast was very good. Parking is a little tricky but not to bad. The only issues we had with our room was the safe wouldnt ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 7, 2025

Hotel Ristorante Alcide
Hotel Da Vinci

Hotel Da Vinci

4 out of 5
V.le Palmiro Togliatti, 157, Loc. Sovigliana, Vinci, FI
The price is CA $124 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $124
CA $147 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Vinci. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Museum of GlassEmpoli Glass ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (167 reviews)
"5 star 🌟 Hotel. The location, the condition and the amenities are perfect for 2 peple or for the entire family. The location it's just about 30 minutes from Florance, 45 minutes from Pisa or any city in the Tuscany area."

Reviewed on Jun. 8, 2025

Hotel Da Vinci
Poderi Arcangelo

Poderi Arcangelo

Localita Capezzano, San Gimignano, SI
The price is CA $224 per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
CA $224
CA $255 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly farm stay in San Gimignano. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (306 reviews)
Beautiful - But need a car
"Our stay at Poderi Arcangelo in the rolling hills of San Gimignano was nothing short of magical. Surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, the views were the kind that stop you in your tracks – especially at sunset when the Tuscan hills glow gold. The food was exceptional every day, with authentic ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2025

Poderi Arcangelo
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Camping Boschetto Di Piemma

Camping Boschetto Di Piemma

3 out of 5
Localita' Santa Lucia 38C, San Gimignano, SI
Stay at this 3-star campground in San Gimignano. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges, and a garden. Popular attractions Sovestro in Poggio Winery and Historical ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (82 reviews)
"The mobile homes were a great alternative when Via Francigena hostels were full. Friendly people, swimming pool was wonderful , and an easy walk back and forth to San Gimignano."

Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2025

Camping Boschetto Di Piemma
San Gimignano villa with pool, 5 rooms en suite, A/C, wi-fi, panoramic view

San Gimignano villa with pool, 5 rooms en suite, A/C, wi-fi, panoramic view

San Gimignano
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in San Gimignano. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Sant'Agostino Church and Archaeological ...
10/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"We had the most amazing stay. The photos do not do justice to how clean and nice the villa is. Plus Alessandro was kind, helpful, and responsive."

Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2025

San Gimignano villa with pool, 5 rooms en suite, A/C, wi-fi, panoramic view
Palazzo Pacini

Palazzo Pacini

Via Gracco del Secco,14, Colle di Val d'Elsa, SI
Book a stay at this golf residence in Colle di Val d'Elsa. Enjoy free parking, an attached winery, and room service. Popular attractions Art in Color and Ranuccio ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
"Unique spot to enjoy the beautiful views and explore the town. Very easy parking, amazing hosts - breakfast was a real highlight. Friendly and very welcoming. Excellent stay and a superb recommendation for restaurants."

Reviewed on Aug. 8, 2025

Palazzo Pacini
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Popular places to visit

San Gimignano Communal Palace

San Gimignano Communal Palace

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at San Gimignano Communal Palace, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to San Gimignano. Discover the area's beautiful countryside, or seek out its local tours.

San Gimignano Communal Palace
Monteriggioni Castle

Monteriggioni Castle

4.5/5(4 reviews)

After visiting Monteriggioni Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Monteriggioni. Discover the area's beautiful countryside, or seek out its local tours.

Monteriggioni Castle
Piazza Duomo showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Piazza Duomo

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Browse the collections of ancient art, which grace the walls of the medieval landmarks that surround this resplendent public square.

Piazza Duomo
Piazza della Cisterna which includes street scenes, a city and a square or plaza

Piazza della Cisterna

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Admire the palaces and towers that frame this beautiful square, which was once a medieval marketplace. Today, it’s a venue for cultural events.

Piazza della Cisterna
Piazza delle Erbe which includes heritage architecture

Piazza delle Erbe

Watch the world go by and admire San Gimignano’s medieval architecture from the comfort of a café terrace at this central square.

Piazza delle Erbe
Alta Val d'Elsa River Park

Alta Val d'Elsa River Park

Explore the great outdoors at Alta Val d'Elsa River Park, a lovely green space in Colle di Val d'Elsa. Discover the countryside and spas in this quaint area.

Alta Val d'Elsa River Park

Things to do

Tenuta di Mensanello Farm

Farm Experience on Tenuta di Mensanello Olive and Wine Tasting

CA $40
per adult
Farm Experience on Tenuta di Mensanello Olive and Wine Tasting
Pici Class in a Tuscan Farm

Pici Class in a Tuscan Farm

CA $201
per adult
Pici Class in a Tuscan Farm
Sunny day view of Monteriggioni, a Comune in Italy

Chianti Half Day Wine Tour from Florence

CA $79
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Chianti Half Day Wine Tour from Florence
A guided visit of San Gimignano

Horseback Ride in S.Gimignano with Tuscan Lunch Chianti Tasting

CA $305
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Horseback Ride in S.Gimignano with Tuscan Lunch Chianti Tasting
Full-Day Tour of San Gimignano, Siena & Chianti

San Gimignano, Siena and Chianti - Small Group Tour

CA $191
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Gimignano, Siena and Chianti - Small Group Tour
Students and family friendly tours

Tuscany Vespa Tour from Florence with Wine Tasting

CA $322
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tuscany Vespa Tour from Florence with Wine Tasting
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Cities near Val d'Elsa

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Colle di Val d'Elsa

Monteriggioni

Monteriggioni

Siena

Siena

San Gimignano featuring street scenes and shopping as well as a large group of people

San Gimignano