2-Hour Walking Tour of San Marino with Guaita and Cesta Towers

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 See Saint Francis Gate, the medieval gateway to San Marino's Old Town
• 02 Visit Saint Francis Church, the oldest church in the Republic, dating back to the 14th century
• 03 Admire the Palazzo Pubblico in the main square, home to Parliament and the Cabinet of Secretaries
• 04 Explore the Guaita and Cesta towers, with views stretching to the Adriatic Sea

Embark on this short excursion across San Marino, a tiny Republic founded in the early 4th century A.D., located atop Mount Titano and overlooking the picturesque landscapes of the southern Emilia-Romagna region. Discover its medieval gateways, historic churches, elegant civic landmarks, and iconic towers as you explore the fairy-tale atmosphere of the Old Town.

Embark on this short excursion across San Marino, a tiny Republic founded in the early 4th century A.D., located atop Mount Titano and overlooking the picturesque landscapes of the southern Emilia-Romagna region.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Old Town Landmarks and Historic Towers

• During our walking tour, we will see Saint Francis Gate, the medieval gateway to the Old Town, and Saint Francis Church, the oldest church of the Republic, dating back to the 14th century.
• We will also walk to the main square, where we will admire the Palazzo Pubblico, home to the Republic's Parliament and the Cabinet of the Secretaries (Ministers).
• We will also see the Saint Marinus Basilica, home to the reliquary containing the Patron Saint's bones, making it the religious heart of the State.
• We shall also see the Guaita Tower, erected in the 11th century to prevent enemy attacks from Rimini, and the Cesta Tower, once the highest watchtower, which now boasts a terrific view of the Adriatic Sea.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Sightseeing walking tour

What's Not Included

• Entrance tickets
• Meals

What to bring

• Wear comfortable shoes. Although the walk is not too difficult, the location is atop a mountain.

Know before you go

• Transportation can be discussed and quoted during the booking process.
• The tour can also start from Ravenna Port.
• Bring a camera.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Meeting point to be agreed at booking time

Tour start

S St Francis Dr, Santa Fe, NM, USA

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.