Val d'Elsa
Travel Guide





Visit Val d'Elsa
Where to stay in Val d'Elsa

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

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 Palazzo Pretorio.

Villa Petriolo
It was perfect accommodations , the staff was extremely kind and helpful for anything needed and the facilities were exceptional . They took their time to help me with a small explanation when i inquired about my final billing and cleared up any confusions i had in a timely manner without delay via ...
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Hotel Ristorante Alcide
I highly recommended
Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Poderi Arcangelo
Absolutely stunning scenery with beautiful rolling hills and surrounding wineries. Friendly and helpful staff. Seems to be family owned. If I were to suggest some areas of improvement, maybe the shower stalls can be cleaned more thoroughly. Breakfast varieties could also do with some expansion. But ...
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026

Palazzo Pacini
A nice blend of old world charm and modern conveniences. It is far from
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Castello Del Nero - Podere San Filippo
1) The descriptions are not clear about this property. The rooms are a 5-minute drive away from the main building 2) If you need a housekeeping service, you need to pay 60 euros for each day! And you need to throw your trash into the bin outside the property. They won't help you! 3) If you need to ...
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

Podere il Pino
Beautiful place to stay. Great for kids and has an amazing view.
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025
Popular places to visit

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

Monteriggioni Castle
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.

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

San Gimignano Communal Palace
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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Florence Day Trip: Medieval Villages & Cooking Class

Horseback Ride in S.Gimignano with Tuscan Lunch Chianti Tasting

Chianti Half Day Wine Tour from Florence

From Florence Chianti Wine Tour with Tastings Half Day






