Gelateria Dondoli is one of San Gimignano's most iconic culinary stops, transforming a simple…read moregelato into a memorable Tuscan experience. It is located in the heart of Piazza della Cisterna, the award-winning gelateria is known for its rich, ultra-creamy textures, high-quality local ingredients, and inventive flavors created by master gelato maker Sergio Dondoli. While classics like pistachio and chocolate are exceptional, the shop is especially famous for creative combinations such as saffron and pine nut cream or pink grapefruit with sparkling wine. We tried Rosemary Baby (Raspberry and Tuscan rosemary) and safron and pine nut cream gelato. Nothing like we ever tasted...The atmosphere is lively and energetic, with long lines that reflect its international reputation. We waited in line about 30 minutes but was well worth it. Despite the long line and higher prices, Gelateria Dondoli remains a must-visit destination. Enjoying a cone beneath the medieval towers of San Gimignano turned the experience into more than dessert...it becomes part of the town's charm, and unique character.

Gelateria Dondoli is one of those places that gets a lot of hype, and it definitely draws a crowd…read morein San Gimignano. When we visited, there was a line about 15 people deep out the door, but it moved reasonably quickly. They offer a wide range of unique flavors -- things like rosemary, lavender, and other creative combinations you don't usually see. It makes for a fun experience trying something different. All the flavors we tried were good, and overall the gelato was excellent. We've had some incredible gelato elsewhere in Italy, but this was still very enjoyable. Worth stopping in if you're in San Gimignano. Grab some and enjoy by the well in the center of the piazza.

Desserts were good but nothing memorable. Cappuccinos were good too! We had something they called…read morean apple pie that my husband loved but I didn't care for so I guess it depends on the person

Before leaving this lovely old town we headed into this busy place to stock up on some sweets and…read morecookies. We've been spoiled by many good pasticcerias last summer when we travelled through Italy. Compared to them this place does holp up quite well. The pastries weren't that great I have to say. But the cookies (Amaretti, with pine nuts, almond etc.) were really quite good and worth a buy. Surely we couldn't buy or try them all and some items might be a bit of a hit'n'miss. But some of the were really good, so you really should give it a try.

Great place to stop and have some sweets or a coffee or BOTH! These are my pictures of the staff…read morethe afternoon we visited with them while in the area. We saw them handle a huge crowd right after we got the shoppe. They work hard to please their guests! I like to recognize people who work hard and who smile while doing it all!!! Marianna and Allan

5 euros for sugary gelato. The smallest size is a large. What?!! The scooper was also extremely…read morerude. You must avoid! My friend felt guilted to but it because he sampled a flavor and couldn't finish it. He took two bites and threw it out because the taste was unbareable. He works for a gelato shop at home so he knows what is fake and isn't. His gelato was basically sugar and coloring. Siena is not a place for gelato. It's overpriced and not tasty.

Intro: I was in Siena for Palio, the medieval horse race that takes place twice a year. It's a huge…read moredeal and that means Siena is going to be congested and a madhouse. An hour or so before Palio, I stopped by La Vecchia Latteria for a snack. Ambiance (2/5): This gelateria is pretty small, so given the timing, ordering was a bit of a mess. There's a small indoor area and the line was out of the door. Definitely a grab and go type spot instead of other ice cream shops that have plenty of seating and are bigger. No seating here. Service (3/5): Given the demand, they were trying to do the best they could by taking orders as quickly as possible. More of a controlled line would have been nice but they were working hard which is always appreciated. Drinks (N/A): Like most gelaterias, they have various soft drinks and water. I didn't order anything. Food (3.5/5): As usual, I went with the medium which allows you to select two flavors. I tend to go with a fruity flavor and a creamy flavor. The selection here is nice and consistent with the hundreds and hundreds of gelaterias that are spread out throughout Italy. Overall: Located in the heart of Siena, La Vecchia Latteria is one of the best and one of the oldest gelaterias in town. It makes for a good spot for a refreshing dessert on-the-go.

Great gelato spot in Siena. Short wait but well worth it. Tried some flavors but overall the…read moreflavors were delish. Would definitely come back and visit after some pasta

Rude staff, slow service, dirty bathrooms. Find a better place to spend your money. Cashier,…read morebartender, and server were all rude and disrespectful.

Food and drink of all types, and very clean. Nice modern European feel and ambience. Drink service…read morewas very good.

Great quality artisanal gelato, I walked 15 minutes past two other gelaterias to make it here. I…read morelove love the Almond (Mandorla) flavor, and also their dark chocolate. Planning on trying all of them, they have a good mix of classic and unique flavors!

- has some of the best granitas in Italy - the gelato is…read morevery good - the pastries are nice and the coffee (I was told) is very good as well - fast service

simple gelato place. super super good. great portion sizes. the pistachio is so so so good. the…read morelemon is nice, refreshing and icy. good place to stop by if you want a quick sweet treat!

A young and energetic staff don't really make up for the average quality of the gelato my mother…read moreand I got here. I went with the coffee and vanilla flavors, which were complementary. The coffee was inoffensive - would've loved some more flavor - and the vanilla had an almost gummy texture, for gelato. My mom took the dark chocolate and pistachio. Man, the pistachio was flavorful - but we ate maybe 30% of the dark chocolate, stopping because of the heavy aftertaste. I'm not sure where the good gelato places in Siena are, but this isn't one of them.

Bakery with all sorts of pastries, savory and sweet options, cookies and bread. Can pay by card…read more Really enjoyed the focaccia with tomatoes on it. Quick service. No seating.

Panificio is a little chain of Italian bakery shops that offer quick service and easy takeaway…read more While walking the hilly streets of Siena, I found my tummy grumbling and needing a bit of a snack. This place fit the bill. I opted for a small slice of thin bread topped with cheese, zucchini and tomatoes. It's sort of like pizza but not quite, and is served cold. Very tasty snack and friendly service. Lots of tasty bakery options here and the perfect choice for an on-the-go snack.