SanGimignano1300

About the museum

SanGimignano1300, described by its promoters as a Centre for the Arts, is a museum and exhibition devoted to the miniature reconstruction of the medieval town of San Gimignano. It aims to make the art, history and values of the town known through a dynamic route aimed at a wide and varied public, recalling its architectural and artistic creativity and its cultural tradition. Even during the setting-up works it became a major tourist destination for visitors from many countries.

The exhibition route is designed to give visitors emotions and information about the history of San Gimignano during its period of greatest development and splendour. All the works on display were made exclusively by hand, in the same rooms that now house them permanently. The galleries tell of the Via Francigena, the city of the beautiful towers, the contrade, everyday life in the town, the inside of a tower, palace life, the surroundings outside the walls and the convent of San Francesco.

The centre also promotes the potential of craftsmanship through cultural and educational initiatives, and offers activities for schools, such as treasure hunts, as well as special events and team-building proposals.

Highlights

• Miniature reconstruction of San Gimignano in 1300, entirely hand-made
• Themed galleries: Via Francigena, city of the beautiful towers, contrade, palace life
• Interior of a tower and a day in the life of the town
• Convent of San Francesco and the surroundings outside the walls
• Educational activities and treasure hunts for schools

Permanent exhibition

• Esposizione permanente: la ricostruzione di San Gimignano nel 1300 – Route through themed galleries with the miniature town, from the Via Francigena to the towers, from the contrade to palace life and the convent of San Francesco.

Founded

2010

Operated by

Homo Faber S.R.L.

Admission & discounts

The museum hasn’t published any information on this.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

According to the museum, the facility is fully accessible to visitors with disabilities.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops

The museum offers educational activities and a treasure hunt for schools and children.

Getting there & parking

From the A1 motorway, exit at Firenze Certosa (from the north) or Valdichiana (from the south), take the Firenze–Siena superstrada and exit at Poggibonsi Nord following the signs for San Gimignano.

Amenities & dining

• Museum shop

The museum has a shop.

Events & venue rental

The centre offers special events and team-building routes for companies.

Plan your visit