Best Tours in San Marino to explore the city, stories and history

San Marino is an amazing place: a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a beautiful micronation, and just fun to visit.

But what are the best tours in San Marino? I’m glad you asked…

Best Tours in San Marino by Type

We’ve searched out the best walking tours of San Marino, found an excellent e-bike tour in San Marino, and specialist tours for romantics and lovers of the Christmas Markets of San Marino.

Best Private Walking Tour of San Marino

Trying to hit the Goldilocks zone for a walking tour? Here are three great options at 1, 2, and 3 hours long.

For a short, 1 hour private walking tour that’s private to your group, then do the Tourist Visit of the UNESCO Historic Center – Republic of San Marino.

Not too long, not too short, the Best of San Marino Walking Tour is a 2-hour private walking tour taking in all the major attractions.

A longer, 3 hour private walking tour of San Marino is available too, with content that adjusts to your interests and preferences. This allows you to see a bit more and understand much more of the city’s history. See: Best of San Marino with Professional Guide.

Best Cooking Class in San Marino

A hands-on cooking class in San Marino, with three courses and wine matches. In a rustic old farmhouse, your local chef instructor will show you how to make regional specialties like tagliatelle or strozzapreti pasta the authentic way. So good, and can be hard to get availability. Check pricing now.

Best e-bike Tour of San Marino

Get an e-bike and a guide who can tailor your ride to your skill levels. With a max group size of six, and a modern, full-suspension mountain e-bike, this is a fun way to be active without being exhausted. A perfect way to get into the beautiful countryside around San Marino. Check pricing and availability.

Best Romantic Tour of San Marino

“Love stories of San Marino” is an exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world. Over two hours hear tales of the hilarious, spicy, and tragic lovers who have made San Marino the backdrop to their romance. A hen party, valentines or honeymoon special in San Marino? Or just for fun. Check pricing and availability.

Best Christmas Tour of San Marino

San Marino is so pretty in the Christmas snow! And this guided tour gives you all the best photo opportunities as well as the mythic and historical stories of San Marino at Christmas. Visit the Christmas markets and try the best of old-fashioned local treats. Check pricing and availability.

Best San Marino Tour for Families

There’s nothing in any of the San Marino tours on this page that are not good for families, but so much depends on the guide!

The San Marino Private Walking Tour with Professional Guide stood out as good for families, with a user review saying their guide was “understanding of the two uninterested kids, and engaging with our history buff child”. A combination I think many families might recognise! Check pricing and availability.

All San Marino Tours Compared

Tour Name	Time	Best For	Tour Pricing
Tourist Visit of the UNESCO Historic Center – Republic of San Marino	1h	Short, private tour of the city	Check pricing and availability
Best of San Marino with Professional Guide	3h	Half-day private tour of the city. Tour content adjusts to your interests.	Check pricing and availability
Best of San Marino Walking Tour	2h	Mid-length tour that gives a good tour of the city without any rush	Check pricing and availability
Hands-on cooking class at the farmhouse in San Marino	3h	Foodies, chefs and people who want to have fun with food and wine	Check pricing and availability
EBike excursion with guide in the Castles of San Marino	2h	Outdoors adventure with e-bike to help on the hills! Sightseeing fun.	Check pricing and availability
Guided tour “Love stories of San Marino”	2h	A tour for all the romantics of the world	Check pricing and availability
Magic Christmas Tour in San Marino	2h	Christmas lovers and Christmas market hunters	Check pricing and availability
San Marino Private Walking Tour with Professional Guide	2h	Good mid-length tour, reviewed as being good with families.	Check pricing and availability