Why visit
San Marino is a mountaintop capital with towers, stone lanes, museums, and sweeping views over Emilia-Romagna. It is small enough to explore slowly in a half day or overnight.
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San Marino at a glance
City population
4k
Elevation
749 m
2,457 ft
Time zone
UTC+1 (UTC+2 DST)
Europe/San_Marino
Airport
RMI
Rimini Federico Fellini (nearest, c. 30 min away)
Founded
301 CE (by tradition)
Getting around
Funivia cable car to Borgo Maggiore; buses to Rimini
Signature dish
Torta tre monti, piadina, passatelli
Neighborhoods for travelers
Old town within the wallsBorgo Maggiore (below the cable car)Murata
San Marino at a glance
Country center
43.8°, 12.4°
Coast
Landlocked
Country area
61 km²
24 mi²
Country population
34k
551/km²
Subregion
Southern Europe
Currency
Euro (€)
EUR
Dial
+378
Language
Italian
Demonym
Sammarinese
Internet
.sm
UN
Member state
ISO code
SM / SMR
Where in the world
43.8° - 12.4°
San Marino
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Did you know
- San Marino's historic center and Mount Titano are UNESCO-listed.
- The Three Towers on Mount Titano are the country's best-known symbols.
- San Marino claims to be the world's oldest surviving republic, founded in 301 CE.
- San Marino is the oldest sovereign state in the world: founded in 301 CE.
- The country holds the world record for oldest written constitution still in effect (1600).
Bordering San Marino
Traveler notes
- The three towers define the Mount Titano skyline
- The historic center is UNESCO-listed
- Late afternoon brings the best light over the ridge
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about San Marino
What currency is used in San Marino?
San Marino uses the Euro (€), ISO code EUR.
What languages are spoken in San Marino?
The primary language is Italian.
What is the international calling code for San Marino?
The calling code is +378.
When is the best time to visit San Marino?
Apr–Oct. Check current weather and local events before booking.
What airport serves San Marino?
Rimini Federico Fellini (nearest, c. 30 min away) (IATA: RMI).
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