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San Marino, completely surrounded by Italy, is one of the world's smallest countries, and claims to be the world's oldest republic.
Answers to what travellers most often look up about San Marino.
This is a very healthy place. If you become ill, procedures are the same as the European Union, although serious conditions will likely see you transferred to Rimini.
Despite sharp political differences, some of the various respect tips found in the Italy article will come in handy when visiting the country.
Attractions, food, stays and travel essentials, with ratings, reviews, opening hours and directions.
Places in San Marino on the World Heritage List.
San Marino Historic Centre and Mount Titano
Listed 2008
List from Wikidata (CC0). Photos from Wikimedia Commons.
Public transport and paid services in San Marino.
By car
The roadways in San Marino are curvy, steep, and narrow. To avoid getting disoriented, it is a good idea to carry a map. For newcomers, the route network can be puzzling.
Apps for booking a taxi or a ride in San Marino.
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Calculated from climate averages: mild daytime highs and lower rainfall. It does not account for festivals, crowds or prices.
Average conditions in City of San Marino
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. high | 8° | 9° | 12° | 16° | 21° | 26° | 29° | 29° | 24° | 19° | 14° | 9° |
| Avg. low | 3° | 3° | 6° | 9° | 13° | 18° | 21° | 21° | 17° | 12° | 8° | 5° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 55 | 71 | 69 | 63 | 69 | 46 | 38 | 47 | 79 | 79 | 88 | 68 |
| Humidity | 84% | 82% | 79% | 76% | 72% | 65% | 58% | 60% | 69% | 78% | 84% | 85% |
Choose your passport and destination to see whether you need a visa.
Budget
$80
Per person, per day
Mid-range
$215
Per person, per day
Luxury
$560
Per person, per day
| Budget | Mid-range | Luxury | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | $40 | $120 | $325 |
| Food and drink | $20 | $50 | $115 |
| Local transport | $10 | $20 | $50 |
| Activities | $10 | $25 | $70 |
Estimate from World Bank price levels (2025). Actual costs vary by city and season. World Bank
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We do not label countries as safe or unsafe. Below is the official advice from two governments, with the date it was last updated. Always read the full advice before you travel.
US Department of State
No advisory found from this source.
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
No advice against travel. Read the full advice before you go.
Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad You will need to travel through Italy to enter San Marino. Read Italy travel advice before you visit San Marino. Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice. Get travel advice updates Sign up to get email notifications when this travel advice is updated. Follow FCDO: travel advice on X travel advice on Facebook Travel Aware on Instagram
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