Capital city, San Marino
San Marino
Hilltop microstate with medieval towers and sweeping views, best as a day trip or one night from Rimini. Very safe and quiet; shops lean on tourists and evenings are sleepy.
At a glance
- Safety5/5Very safeDetails
- Monthly budget$2,030–3,040Comfortable, one person · €1,800–2,700Details
- Value for money39/100Better value than 38% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Jul, 26°CDetails
- Internet102 MbpsFixed broadband, San Marino medianDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableSafe to drink from the tap.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: common in tourist areasDetails
- Doctor's visit$56–113Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundRimini–San Marino busWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereUses the euro.Details
Where to stay in San Marino
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Città di San Marino (Historic Centre) | Towers, walls, museums and views; the only real base |
| Borgo Maggiore | Market village below, cable car, more local life |
| Serravalle | Cheaper hotels and shopping, a bus ride from the center |
Apps that work in San Marino
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Taxis: No ride apps. Taxis are few; buses and walking suffice for most trips.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in San Marino.
- Cards almost everywhere Uses the euro. Cards are accepted in most shops and restaurants; small cafés and souvenir shops may prefer cash.
- Currency: Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Sammarinese bank ATMs in the old town and Borgo Maggiore; foreign-card fees vary. Decline currency conversion.
- Tipping: As in Italy: not expected; coperto may appear on the bill. Round up for good service.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay accepted at most card terminals.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Open border with Italy and no passport checks; you arrive through Italy, so Schengen entry rules apply.
- There's no airport or train: arrive by bus or car from Rimini.
Emergency numbers
Police 113 · Ambulance 118 · Fire 115
Plugs
Type C, F, L · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Not covered by EU roaming rules, though Italian networks reach much of the country; check your plan to avoid charges.
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Sources
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