San Marino is a small landlocked country located in southern Europe, completely surrounded by Italy. It is one of the world's smallest countries, with a population of around 34,000 and an area of just 61 square kilometers.

San Marino is known for its medieval architecture and beautiful landscapes, and is home to several historic sites and landmarks. The capital, also called San Marino, is situated on a hillside and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Other popular attractions include the Three Towers of San Marino, which are the country's most recognizable symbols, and the Palazzo Pubblico, which houses the government of San Marino.

The country is governed as a parliamentary representative democratic republic, with the Captains Regent serving as the heads of state. Its economy is largely based on tourism, finance, and industry, with manufacturing and banking being important sectors.

San Marino is a member of the United Nations, the Council of Europe, and the World Health Organization, among other international organizations. The official language is Italian, and the country uses the euro as its currency.

Telephone Code
378

Local Emergency Phone
Ambulance: 113; Fire: 116; Police: 112

Vaccinations
See WHO recommendations

Climate
Mediterranean; mild to cool winters; warm, sunny summers

Currency (Code)
Euros (EUR)

Electricity/Voltage/Plug Type(s)
230 V / 50 Hz / plug types(s): C, F, L

Major Languages
Italian

Major Religions
Roman Catholic

Potable Water
Yes

International Driving Permit
Suggested

Road Driving Side
Right

Tourist Destinations
Guaita; cable car ride in Borgo Maggiore & Citta; Palazzo Pubblico; Piazza della Liberta; Cesta Tower

Major Sports
Soccer, basketball, volleyball, motor cycling, baseball

Cultural Practices
Greetings are enthusiastic yet rather formal and travelers should wait until invited to use first names. Once a relationship develops, air-kissing on both cheeks, starting with the left, is often added, as well as a pat on the back between men.

Tipping Guidelines
Tip waiters between 7-13% of the bill according to the service rendered. The average tip for taxi drivers is between 8-20% of the fare. Bellhops usually receive $2 (USD) per luggage item carried to a room.

Souvenirs
Handmade lace and embroidery items, decorative wrought iron, ceramic tableware, wines and liqueurs, stamps and coins, replica medieval weapons

Traditional Cuisine
Torta tre monti — a cake consisting of multiple layers of wafers that are cemented with hazelnut cream and/or chocolate and then coated in chocolate fondant

Geography
Area
total: 61 sq km
land: 61 sq km
water: 0 sq km

Climate
Mediterranean; mild to cool winters; warm, sunny summers

Natural resources
building stone

People and Society
Population
34,892 (2023 est.)

Ethnic groups
Sammarinese, Italian

Languages
Italian

Religions
Roman Catholic

Population growth rate
0.59% (2023 est.)

Government
Government type
parliamentary republic

Capital
name: San Marino (city)

Economy
Economic overview
high-income, non-EU European economy; surrounded by Italy, which is the dominant importer and exporter; open border to EU and a euro user; strong financial sector; high foreign investments; low taxation; increasingly high and risky debt

Real GDP (purchasing power parity)
$1.917 billion (2020 est.)

Real GDP per capita
$56,400 (2020 est.)

Agricultural products
wheat, grapes, corn, olives; cattle, pigs, horses, beef, cheese, hides

Industries
tourism, banking, textiles, electronics, ceramics, cement, wine

Exports
$3.827 billion (2011 est.)

Exports - partners
Romania 10%, France 9%, Germany 8%, United States 8%, Austria 6%, Brazil 6%, Poland 6%, Russia 6%, (2019)

Exports - commodities
industrial washing/bottling machinery, packaged medicines, woodworking machinery, foodstuffs, aircraft (2019)

Imports
$2.551 billion (2011 est.)

Imports - partners
Germany 21%, Italy 13%, Poland 10%, France 7%, Spain 7%, Belgium 6%, Romania 6% (2019)

Imports - commodities
electricity, cars, aluminum, footwear, natural gas, iron piping (2019)