Medieval Tower Viewpoint

Torre Grossa (San Gimignano)

The one tower of San Gimignano you can climb to the top

Piazza Duomo 2, 53037 San Gimignano (SI)
€ (Ticket required: see the official site)
The towers of San Gimignano in the eveningNeighbourhood photo · The towers of San Gimignano in the evening
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Main View
The towers of San Gimignano and the Val d'Elsa

At a glance

What it is
Scenic viewpoint in the San Gimignano area
What you see
The towers of San Gimignano and the Val d'Elsa
Good for
Terraces & viewpoints
Floor & Height
Tower Top
Orientation
Panoramic
Dress Code
Casual

Why go up to Torre Grossa (San Gimignano)

Torre Grossa (San Gimignano) is a scenic viewpoint in Tuscany, in the San Gimignano area.

The tallest of the town's towers belongs to the Palazzo Comunale and is part of the civic museums, with the picture gallery. From the top the other towers stand around you at eye level and the Val d'Elsa rolls away on every side. A single ticket covers the museum circuit.

Visible Monuments & Views

Collegiata di San Gimignano

Features & Services

Top for Sunset
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