Discover San Gimignano, Italy

San Gimignano is one of those places that is easy to miss when you're exploring Italy.  It is a world heritage site so tours might take you there but as often as we have traveled we were unaware of this jewel of a city in the Tuscan countryside.  It's about an hour by car from Florence.

We got lucky to find this wonderful piece of history .  We wanted a HomeExchange near Florence and lovely people from San Gimignano responded to our request for an exchange.

Driving through the the Tuscan vineyards with their twisty roads and graceful tall Cyprus trees watching over us we finally spotted a series of towers.   The GPS informed us San Gimignano was just ahead.  Et voila the towers of this city built in the Middle Ages stood regally before us welcoming us home.

The unit had been passed down over generations to the young sisters who now owned it.  It was in a centuries old stone building so entering the building we had the feeling of near the entrancing to one of the most entrancing places I've ever stayed. 

The accomodation was near the front gate which was pretty impressive.  Honestly, I did get a bit tingly looking at it. 

We stayed in their darling modern unit which had been upgraded with all the modern features you would want. The unit was in a centuries old stone building so entering the accomodation we had the feeling of walking into the twelfth century near the entrancing to one of the most entrancing places I've ever stayed. 

San Gimignano is a breathtaking medieval walled city nestled in the heart of Italy, conveniently located between Florence and Siena. As you stroll through its charming cobblestone streets, it’s easy to envision the bustling carts that once rolled through the grand high gates, delivering exquisite wine to the monks residing in the nearby cathedral.

The city is renowned for its well-preserved architecture and striking towers, which create a picturesque skyline that captures the essence of Tuscany’s rich history. Each corner of San Gimignano tells a story, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in its enchanting atmosphere.

Whether you’re exploring quaint shops or enjoying a glass of local Vernaccia wine, this historic gem offers a unique glimpse into Italy’s past, making it a must-visit destination for anyone travelling through this beautiful region.