San Marino and Surroundings
Find out what to do during your holiday in our campsite and village in San Marino
We are in a unique place in the world, a small republic declared a World Heritage Site.
In this magical place, there are many things to see and do:in a moment you can be by the sea, in one of the inland villages, or you can simply know everything about San Marino.
In this magical place, there are many things to see and do:in a moment you can be by the sea, in one of the inland villages, or you can simply know everything about San Marino.
What to visit in San Marino
Palazzo Pubblico (Public Palace)
Also called Government Palace, this building is the fulcrum of the official ceremonies of the Republic of San Marino and is home to the main institutional and administrative bodies of San Marino: the Captain Regents, the Great and General Council, the Council of XII and the State Congress. In summer, every 30 minutes, it is possible to witness the changing of the guard.
The Three Towers
Guaita, the first tower, is the oldest and is the only one that has remained unchanged over time.
Inside is located the chapel dedicated to Santa Barbara (protector of the Artillerymen) and the possibility of visiting the ancient prisons dating back to the second half of the 13th century.
Cesta, the second tower, located on the highest peak, 756 meters above sea level, houses the Museum of Ancient Weapons which includes approximately 535 objects dating back to various eras between the Middle Ages and the end of the 19th century.
Montale, the third tower, is the "smallest" in size, but it played a strategic role for the defense: it is in fact placed in the best position for the lookout, it is not open to the public for visits and can only be admired from the outside .
Inside is located the chapel dedicated to Santa Barbara (protector of the Artillerymen) and the possibility of visiting the ancient prisons dating back to the second half of the 13th century.
Cesta, the second tower, located on the highest peak, 756 meters above sea level, houses the Museum of Ancient Weapons which includes approximately 535 objects dating back to various eras between the Middle Ages and the end of the 19th century.
Montale, the third tower, is the "smallest" in size, but it played a strategic role for the defense: it is in fact placed in the best position for the lookout, it is not open to the public for visits and can only be admired from the outside .
Basilica del Santo and the church of San Pietro
It is the main sacred building of Catholic worship and preserves the relics of Saint Marino, patron and founder of the San Marino community at the origins.
On the right of the Basilica is the small church of San Pietro, from the 16th century, remodeled around 1826. It is accessed through the sacristy via a staircase created in the bell tower of the main Basilica.
On the right of the Basilica is the small church of San Pietro, from the 16th century, remodeled around 1826. It is accessed through the sacristy via a staircase created in the bell tower of the main Basilica.
Crossbowmen’s Quarry (Cava dei Balestieri)
Historical landmark of the city, easily visited because it is located a stone's throw from the cable car stop.
Its initial use (in the last twenty years of the 19th century) was as a quarry for the recovery of materials and for the extraction of the stone necessary for the restoration of the nearby Palazzo Pubblico. From the 1960s onwards this area is equipped for shooting with the large Italian crossbow, an ancient game of arms which is today part of the historical recovery and folklore of the Republic of San Marino.
Its initial use (in the last twenty years of the 19th century) was as a quarry for the recovery of materials and for the extraction of the stone necessary for the restoration of the nearby Palazzo Pubblico. From the 1960s onwards this area is equipped for shooting with the large Italian crossbow, an ancient game of arms which is today part of the historical recovery and folklore of the Republic of San Marino.
State Museum
The museum includes archaeological collections from the area, works of art linked to the history and myth of the Republic and a section dedicated to donated works.
National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art
It has more than 1000 works, dating back to the period between the first decades of the 20th century up to today.
These are paintings, drawings, watercolours, sculptures, photographs acquired by donation or through the "purchase premium" formula, purchased or commissioned directly from the artists.
These are paintings, drawings, watercolours, sculptures, photographs acquired by donation or through the "purchase premium" formula, purchased or commissioned directly from the artists.
Stamp and Coin Museum
Located in the premises of the former Philatelic and Numismatic Office, 700 m2 which enclose a journey that spans the last few centuries, from the second half of the 19th century to the present day and tells the story of the Republic of San Marino through philatelic issues and numismatics.
San Francesco Art Gallery Museum
Housed in the former Franciscan convent and inaugurated in 1966, it consists of two sections: sacred art and art gallery. It is possible to admire works from the artistic heritage of the Convent and other Franciscan churches, paintings on wood and canvas, a precious fresco and vestments from the 14th to the 18th century.
Verucchio
Montebello
San Leo
Gradara
Urbino
Ravenna
The cities of art to visit around San Marino
Verucchio (6,5 km)
A splendid medieval village, included among the most beautiful villages in Italy. Verucchio has a wonderful castle from the Malatesta era. In fact, Mastin Vecchio was born here and founded the Malatesta dynasty and was also mentioned in Dante's Divina Commedia.
Montebello (13 km)
Famous castle, known for the ghost of Azzurrina that wanders within its walls. Legend has it that an albino girl disappeared in 1375 in the basement of the castle and that no one found her anymore. Here you can listen to the original recordings, between rain and thunder and the crying of the missing child.
San Leo (22 km)
Small medieval village dominated by a Roman military-style fortress. Here, in 1631, the castle was transformed into a prison and the famous alchemist Cagliostro was imprisoned on these walls and died.
Gradara (39 Km)
Awarded as the most beautiful village in Italy in Gradara there is a fabulous castle, one of the most visited monuments in the Marche region. The Malatesta Fortress became the set of a romantic and tragic story, the one between the lovers Paolo and Francesca, mentioned in the Divina Commedia.
Urbino (49 km)
A splendid city of art in the Marche region, Urbino was one of the most important centers of the Italian Renaissance. Its historic center is included in the UNESCO heritage: to see the Palazzo Ducale that contains works of immersed value such as those of Raffaello, Tiziano and Piero della Francesca.
Ravenna (65 km)
A city of art with a thousand-year history, Ravenna is famous for its mosaics, all to be discovered. To see are the famous Basilica of San Vitale, the Basilica of Sant’Apollinare, the Mausoleum of Galla Placida, and finally the Mausoleum of Theodoric, erected in the 6th century for King Theodoric the Great.
Attractions
For adults and children, San Marino and its surroundings offer many possibilities, between adventure and adrenaline.
Like San Marino Adventure, an adventure park with routes of varying difficulty, located among the green of the trees.
Do not miss Italia in Miniatura in Rimini, a place full of wonder for children who can get to know the most famous Italian and European cities from a privileged point of view.
Then again, Aquafan, the water park in Riccione, one of the most famous water parks in Italy.
Like San Marino Adventure, an adventure park with routes of varying difficulty, located among the green of the trees.
Do not miss Italia in Miniatura in Rimini, a place full of wonder for children who can get to know the most famous Italian and European cities from a privileged point of view.
Then again, Aquafan, the water park in Riccione, one of the most famous water parks in Italy.
To get to know nature and animals, the Oltremare park in Riccione is perfect, also for spending a day with the family. It is a theme and training park where you can meet dolphins, birds of prey and many other animals from the world.
You can also discover the wonder of the sea at the Aquarium in Cattolica, a large aquarium that collects fantastic mammals and fish as well as reptiles, such as snakes and amphibians.
Finally, fun and adrenaline find their home in large amusement parks such as Fiabilandia in Rimini and the famous Mirabilandia in Ravenna, easily accessible from San Marino.
You can also discover the wonder of the sea at the Aquarium in Cattolica, a large aquarium that collects fantastic mammals and fish as well as reptiles, such as snakes and amphibians.
Finally, fun and adrenaline find their home in large amusement parks such as Fiabilandia in Rimini and the famous Mirabilandia in Ravenna, easily accessible from San Marino.
Food and wine culture and shopping
Ours is a territory that has a lot to offer also from a culinary point of view.
From the discovery of typical local products, such as Piadina Romagnola IPG, combined with local cheeses such as Squaquerone di Romagna DOP, to typical wines such as Sangiovese, Trebbiano or Albana: every moment in San Marino and Romagna is a journey also gustatory.
From the discovery of typical local products, such as Piadina Romagnola IPG, combined with local cheeses such as Squaquerone di Romagna DOP, to typical wines such as Sangiovese, Trebbiano or Albana: every moment in San Marino and Romagna is a journey also gustatory.
The Strada dei Vini e dei Sapori di Rimini (road of wines and flavours) organizes specialized tours to discover the unique excellences of our territory.
Experiences of tastings in the cellar, tastings of the precious Evo oil and local cured meats, some products from indigenous breeds such as the Mora Romagnola, are possibilities that enrich the journey with flavour and beauty.
If you want more information, we are available to show you all the best possibilities!
Experiences of tastings in the cellar, tastings of the precious Evo oil and local cured meats, some products from indigenous breeds such as the Mora Romagnola, are possibilities that enrich the journey with flavour and beauty.
If you want more information, we are available to show you all the best possibilities!