San Gimignano is the quintessential Tuscan walled hilltop town with its 'fine towers', winding streets, historic piazza, and famously well-preserved medieval architecture. Its historic centre has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The town has become a popular destination for day trippers from nearby Florence and Siena (both around 1 hours' drive away), meaning that its streets are bustling during the day, but tend to empty out in the evening. It is nonetheless a pleasure to wonder around and soak up the atmosphere and there are more than a few cosy restaurants offering hearty Tuscan cuisine.
Teatro del Silenzio
The Teatro del Silenzio is an amphitheatre on the outskirts of Lajatico (30 km from San Gimignano), the hometown of Andrea Bocelli. Bocelli played a big role in the construction of the venue, which opened in 2006 and hosts his annual homecoming concert every year around the end of July.
The event is a special one as it is the tenor himself who decides on the theme, which changes year to year. Some years a full opera is performed, while others a more traditional concert is held, where Bocelli sings a selection of his own songs and favourite arias, often accompanied by famous special guests.
15/7 Andrea Bocelli package at 3* Hotel Leon Bianco
See Andrea Bocelli perform live at the Teatro del Silenzio in his hometown of Lajatico, Tuscany on 19th July 2024. Bocelli will be performing his favourite operatic arias against the magnificent backdrop of the Tuscan hills. Stay at the Hotel Leon Bianco in the heart of beautiful San Gimignano for 3 nights, with breakfast, cat 3 'prima poltrona' concert tickets and return concert transfers. This package is available to book online, however if you would like add on extra nights just contact us for a quote
Highlights
- Be there at Andrea Bocelli’s 19th annual homecoming concert at his own Teatro del Silenzio in Tuscany
- Explore San Gimignano, the quintessential Tuscan hilltop village
- Enjoy the fantastic local cuisine
Included
- Accommodation in double room at Hotel Leon Bianco***
- Bed & breakfast basis
- Cat 3 concert tickets to see Andrea Bocelli live at the Teatro del Silenzio, Lajatico on 15th July 2024
- Return mini van concert transfers
- Ticket delivery to the hotel
Excluded
- Flights
- Return airport transfers
- Meals & beverages – unless otherwise specified
- Local taxes where applicable
- Everything else not mentioned above
Dress: There is no dress code for this event. As it is an outdoor venue, take a light jacket or cardigan with you and remember to apply insect repellent if you are susceptible to mosquito bites. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes as you will have to walk along an unpaved path to the venue.
Transfers: Transfer time to the venue is approximately 45 minutes, depending on traffic. You will be picked up from your hotel or nearby, details can be found on the voucher sent pre-travel. The pick-up/drop-off point is around 800m from the theatre, along an unpaved road. Cat 1 VIP ticket holders use the executive car park/entrance 300m from the theatre.
Venue: The event organisers have a laid-back attitude and the official concert start time of 8.30pm may vary. Our transfer services will ensure you are there in good time, but there is a possibility you may have to queue before getting to your seat. Please note that you cannot bring food and drink into the venue, there are refreshment kiosks inside where you can buy drinks and snacks.
Booking Conditions:
• This package is not refundable. Please make sure that you have adequate travel insurance that also covers concert tickets.
• In case of bad weather, the concert will be postponed until the following evening. Tickets will be valid for the new date and will not be refunded under any circumstances.
• Should the performance be permanently interrupted after 40 minutes or more from the start of the show, no refunds will be given. These are the terms of the event organisers and ActivityBreaks.com and their partners bear no responsibility for decisions taken by them.
• ActivityBreaks.com (AD srl) is not liable for any claim, damage, compensation, loss or expense
deriving from the cancellation, postponement or change of the event. In case of strike action and/or 'Force Majeure' (earthquake, natural disaster or performer illness), ActivityBreaks.com (AD srl) shall not be held responsible for the event cancellation and will refund only the face value of the tickets.
Restrictions
THIS EVENT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR THOSE WHO CANNOT WALK UNAIDED. If you have any mobility issues you must contact us before booking.
Extras/Upgrades
Extra nights and ticket upgrades are available on request, contact us for details.
3* Hotel Leon Bianco
Located in a Medieval building overlooking one of the main piazzas in the beautiful hilltop town of San Gimignano, the Leon Bianco is a wonderful base for your stay in the area.
Its original features like high vaulted ceilings , wooden beams and cool courtyards are combined with modern comforts like air conditioning, satellite TV and free WiFi access.
The comfort rooms are elegant and spacious, with views over the piazza, courtyard or the surrounding countryside. They come with minibar, safe and bathroom with bath or shower and hairdryer.
The hotel has a lift and reception is open 24 hours. There is a small gym and a jacuzzi available for guests, as well as a billiards room and table tennis.
A continental buffet breakfast is served on the terrace all summer long.
Please note that there is no parking in the historic centre of San Gimignano, there are large car parks outside of the city walls. It is possible to arrange a multi-day ticket through the hotel at check-in.
Nearest Airport: Florence Airport (approx. 1 hr)
Other airports: Pisa Airport (approx. 1hr 15 mins)
By Car
Get onto the SGC Firenze Pisa Livorno from Viadotto Indiano at Florence Airport. Follow the A1/E35 and Raccordo Autostradale Firenze - Siena to Poggibonsi. Exit at Poggibonsi Nord. Take Strada Regionale 429 and Via Fonte di Campaino where you take a slight right for Villa San Paolo.
By Public Transport
It is possible to take public transport from both Florence and Pisa airports, but it takes around 2.5 hours so we don't recommend it.
By Private Transfer
Volterra Taxi, [email protected] (+39) 338 5254424. We recommend booking at least a few weeks in advance.
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