Val d'Elsa

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Val d'Elsa

Piazza della Cisterna showing heritage architecture, night scenes and dining out

San Gimignano City Centre

5/5(7 area reviews)

San Gimignano City Centre is noteworthy for its historical 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
Villa Petriolo
Villa Petriolo
Via di Petriolo 7, Cerreto Guidi, FI
Book a stay at this spa resort in Cerreto Guidi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Medici Villa of Cerreto Guidi and Corsini ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
"Pros: - very nice view of the valley in the hotel and beautiful design of the lounge near reception - Nice trails to walk in the villa - Friendly staff at checkin to show around - Welcome gifts in the room - The free wellness path experience comes with the wellness room we booked is super relaxing ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jun, 2025

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Villa Petriolo
Hotel Ristorante Alcide
Hotel Ristorante Alcide
4 out of 5
Viale Marconi, 67/A, Poggibonsi, SI
The price is S$95 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
S$95
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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! (447 reviews)
"Room was nice and spacious. Air conditioner barely kept up with the heat. Had mosquitoes in the room the second night and don’t know how it got in the room. Overall all it’s a decent place to stay."

Reviewed on 28 May, 2025

Hotel Ristorante Alcide
Poderi Arcangelo
Poderi Arcangelo
Localita Capezzano, San Gimignano, SI
The price is S$220 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
S$220
26 Jun - 27 Jun
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! (288 reviews)
"Absolutely perfect - accommodation, countryside location, typical Tuscan dinners, wonderful relaxing pool and nicely sized with a lovely family run feeling, whilst easily accessible to nearby hill top villages. We couldn’t have asked for more."

Reviewed on 10 Jun, 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 ...
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"Nice quiet spot in the woods but very close to San Gimignano. Very clean. Comfortable beds. They don’t provide towels or soaps, but that is clear up front. You can rent towels if you want and they sell soap/ shampoo in the office."

Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2023

Camping Boschetto Di Piemma
Villa San Filippo
Villa San Filippo
4 out of 5
Strada delle Ginestre, 6, Località San Filippo, Barberino Tavarnelle, FI
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly residence in Barberino Tavarnelle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Santa Lucia al ...
"Beautiful property with fantastic pool! Great check in with Front of house- Valentina. Lovely 2km walk into the closest town along the Tuscan Hills. Valentina was by far the best customer service experience! Organised dinner reservations for us, drove us into dinner. Organised taxis and all other ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun, 2024

Villa San Filippo
Castello Del Nero - Podere San Filippo
Castello Del Nero - Podere San Filippo
Strada Casaglia 3/4, Barberino Tavarnelle, FI
Book a stay at this family-friendly residence in Barberino Tavarnelle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Santa Lucia ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"We loved our stay here. The rooms were clean and updated. All the amenities you need are provided. The pool and the views by it are amazing and the area is quiet. The small town nearby has great food options. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 3 Jun, 2025

Castello Del Nero - Podere San Filippo
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Popular places to visit

San Gimignano Communal Palace

San Gimignano Communal Palace

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

5/5(1 review)

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(29 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 featuring street scenes, a city and a square or plaza

Piazza della Cisterna

4.5/5(16 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
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

Tenuta Torciano Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Tenuta Torciano Winery during your travels to Ulignano. Discover the beautiful countryside and wineries in this relaxing area.

Tenuta Torciano Winery

Things to do

Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti

Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti

S$95
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Tuscany Experience In Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
Sunny day view of Monteriggioni, a Comune in Italy

Chianti Half Day Wine Tour from Florence

S$72
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Chianti Half Day Wine Tour from Florence
Full-Day Tour of San Gimignano, Siena & Chianti

San Gimignano, Siena and Chianti - Small Group Tour

S$174
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Gimignano, Siena and Chianti - Small Group Tour
Chianti, San Gimignano and Siena Full Day Trip with Wine Tastings

Chianti, San Gimignano and Siena Full Day Trip with Wine Tastings

S$225
per adult
Chianti, San Gimignano and Siena Full Day Trip with Wine Tastings
Students and family friendly tours

Tuscany Vespa Tour from Florence with Wine Tasting

S$292
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tuscany Vespa Tour from Florence with Wine Tasting
San Gimignano: Chianti wine tasting and lunch

San Gimignano: Chianti wine tasting and lunch

S$103
per adult
San Gimignano: Chianti wine tasting and lunch
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Siena

Siena

Montaione

Montaione