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What is the capital of San Marino?

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The capital of San Marino is City of San Marino

The City of San Marino clings to the western slopes of Monte Titano, the republic's highest point, at about 749 metres above sea level.

City of San Marino is the capital and seat of government of San Marino. San Marino itself has an estimated population of 34,109 (2025).

City of San Marino is not the largest city in San Marino. That is Serravalle, which makes San Marino one of the countries whose capital is not their biggest city.

City of San Marino at a glance

City population4,130 (2026)
Country🇸🇲 San Marino
Founded301
Largest city in San MarinoSerravalle
Time zoneUTC+01:00 (CET)
CurrencyEuro (EUR)

About City of San Marino

3 September 301 is the traditional foundation date of the republic.

It is the fifth-least-populated national capital in the world.

The city is one of the nine castelli, the municipalities into which San Marino is divided, and locals simply call it Citta, 'the city'.

City facts sourced from Wikipedia: City of San Marino.

Frequently asked questions

What is the capital of San Marino?
The capital of San Marino is City of San Marino.
Is City of San Marino the largest city in San Marino?
No. The capital of San Marino is City of San Marino, but the largest city is Serravalle. The City of San Marino, up on Monte Titano, has only about 4,000 residents. Serravalle is the largest municipality, at roughly 11,000, and its main settlement, Dogana, is the country's most populated town.
What is the population of City of San Marino?
City of San Marino has a population of about 4,130 (2026).
Where is City of San Marino located?
The City of San Marino clings to the western slopes of Monte Titano, the republic's highest point, at about 749 metres above sea level.
What time zone is City of San Marino in?
City of San Marino uses UTC+01:00 (CET).
What currency is used in City of San Marino?
City of San Marino, like the rest of San Marino, uses the Euro (EUR, symbol €).

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