Tourist Attractions in San Marino

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in San Marino

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About San Marino

The Republic of San Marino is the oldest state in Europe, surrounded on all sides by Italian territory. There is no airport in San Marino and the railway connection with Italy was destroyed during the Second World War. San Marino can be reached by car, taxi or shuttle bus between the state capital and Rimini, Italy.

The highest point of San Marino is the famous Monte Titano mountain, which is protected by UNESCO. Together with the three medieval towers built on its summit, the mountain is depicted on the state’s coat of arms and flag.

Thanks to its temperate climate and beautifully preserved medieval architecture, San Marino receives high marks from tourists from all over the world. The main attractions are concentrated in the capital of the same name. There are many museums here, the most interesting of which are the Museum of Curiosities, the Museum of Torture, as well as the Maranello-Rosso Collection, which includes more than 250 cars.

Top-13 Tourist Attractions in San Marino

Monte Titano

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492 reviews

The highest point of San Marino is the limestone mountain Monte Titano, located 13 kilometres from the Adriatic Sea. The three peaks of this mountain are crowned by towers, the first of which was built back in the eleventh century. These towers symbolise the freedom of San Marino, and since the 14th century they have been depicted on the coat of arms of the State.

Basilica of Saint Marinus

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1989 reviews

The main temple of the capital is the neoclassical Basilica of San Marino. Since the 4th century there has been a church here, built in honour of Saint Marin, the patron saint of the country. In 1838 a new church was erected on the site of the old building, under the central altar of which is kept a part of the relics of St. Marino. In 1926, the building received the status of a minor basilica.

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Liberty Square

 4.7/5

1280 reviews

The town square of San Marino’s capital is called Piazza della Liberta, which is Italian for Piazza Liberty. It is home to the marble statue of Liberty, depicted on the locally minted two-cent coin, and the Palazzo Público, the main seat of government. The view from the observation deck of Piazza della Liberta is magnificent.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Chiesa San Francesco

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6 reviews

Not far from the central gate of the capital of San Marino, on the territory of the Franciscan monastery is the Church of San Francesco, founded in 1361. Today you can visit the Museum of Church Art and the Art Gallery, where works by masters from the 13th to the 19th centuries are exhibited.

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Museum of Medieval Criminology and Torture

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556 reviews

In the historic centre of the capital, next to the gates, is the Museum of Torture, whose fearsome specimens mostly date from the 16th to 17th centuries. The museum’s collection consists of more than a hundred instruments and devices, including the Spanish boot, the Belt of Fidelity, the Iron Maiden and the Inquisitor’s Chair.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Third Tower - Montale

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1135 reviews

One of San Marino’s three famous towers, the Montale Tower, is depicted on one of the local coins. Built in 1320 on the lowest peak of Mount Monte Titano, the Montale Tower has been restored many times in its history. Currently, visits to Montale are restricted to tourists.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Museum of Curiosities

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635 reviews

One of the most bizarre museums in San Marino is the Museum of Curiosities. It exhibits exact replicas of the most unusual people, objects or phenomena. The Museum of Curiosities consists of several themed halls in which you can see medieval mousetraps of original design as well as the figure of the tallest man in the world.

Open time

Monday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Public Palace of the Republic of San Marino

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585 reviews

The main seat of government of San Marino, as well as the mayor’s office of the capital, is in Palazzo Público, located in Liberty Square. Between 1884 and 1894, Palazzo Público was built on the site of the old House of the Great Communes. Today, everyone can visit the famous building of the government residence to see its luxurious interior.

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Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Ancient weapons museum

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229 reviews

One of San Marino’s popular attractions, located in the historic centre of the city, is the Museum of Modern Weapons. It exhibits an impressive collection of various guns used during the First and Second World Wars. Each exhibit is provided with instructions on its manufacture and use.

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Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Falesia Second Tower

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2085 reviews

One of the three famous towers of San Marino, La Cesta is first mentioned in historical documents from 1253. In the XIV century the tower became part of the city’s defence complex, and in 1924 La Cesta was restored and opened to tourists. Since 1956, the tower has hosted an exhibition of exhibits of the Museum of Ancient Arms.

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Monday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM

State Museum of San Marino

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382 reviews

At the end of the nineteenth century, the State Museum was opened in the capital of San Marino with donations from citizens. In 1982 the museum moved to the Palazzo Pergani-Belucci and after the restoration of the building was reopened in 2001. More than 5 thousand historical and artistic exhibits tell visitors the history of San Marino since 1865.

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San Marino Adventures

 4.7/5

579 reviews

An extensive recreation area, a snack bar, a picnic area and many exciting rope routes for children and adults are all part of the San Marino Adventure Park. The Park ensures the safety of its guests during the tree climbing routes with the help of climbing equipment, which is provided after a special briefing.

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Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Guaita Tower

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13207 reviews

The first of San Marino’s three famous towers is called Guaita or Prima Torre. It was built in the eleventh century and was mainly used as a defensive fortress. Today, the Guaita Tower is a popular tourist attraction, with its top platform offering beautiful views of the surrounding mountain landscape.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM