Siena Attractions

• Stroll through the shell-shaped square, Piazza del Campo, and admire some of the top attractions in Siena Italy offers: Fonte Gaia, Palazzo Comunale, and Torre del Mangia.

• Scale over 400 steps to the top of Torre del Mangia and witness the impressive 360° view of the city. 

• Marvel at Palazzo Pubblico, which was created in the 13th century to serve as the house of the Republican Government of Siena. Inside you’ll find the Allegory of Good and Bad Government painting by artist Ambrogio Lorenzetti.

• Head to Piazza del Duomo, where the Siena Cathedral, the Crypt, and the Piccolomini Library are located. 

• Explore the inside of the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. Admire artworks by Donatello, Nicola Pisano, and Michelangelo alongside the white and dark green marble decorations.

• Marvel at the extraordinary frescoes of the life of Pope Pius II on the walls of The Piccolomini Library.

• Discover the Baptistery of San Giovanni and its bronze and marble hexagonal baptismal font based on Jacopo della Quercia’s designs. 

• Visit one of the oldest hospitals in Europe, Santa Maria della Scala, where abandoned children, pilgrims, and the poor were taken care of and sheltered. Nowadays, the complex is one of the most significant Siena museums.

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• Climb the Facciatone for the perfect panoramic landscape photo of Siena. 
• Cover all the buildings in Piazza del Campo in one photograph.
• Snap some shots while strolling through the winding streets of the historic center of Siena.

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• Explore the countryside on a Vespa tour. Travel through the Tuscan hills on a classic vintage Vespa motorbike.

• Relax in the thermal baths Parco dei Mulini. The hot springs and Roman baths are located up in the hills of Val d’Orcia. Best of all, they’re free of charge. 

• Go truffle hunting! Explore the woods around Siena in search of Italian truffles.

• Ride in style with a segway tour around the city. This way you’ll reach the main attractions in Siena Italy in less time while also learning about the city's history.

• Save money with ‘combo tickets’. Combine your Piccolomini Library, Baptistery, and Siena Duomo tickets in one package. There’s no need to buy each ticket individually!

• Uncover Siena’s history alongside an expert Siena tour guide. Book a Siena walking tour and learn the essential information about the main sights of the city center.

• Expand your experience with a wine tasting trip from Siena and sample the finest Tuscan wines!

• Connect with the local culture and try your hand at a Siena cooking class in the heart of the city. Learn how to prepare a 3-course meal of traditional Italian cuisine.

• Siena’s horse race, Il Palio di Siena, is held twice a year on Piazza del Campo (July 2 and August 16). This is an event you don’t want to miss!

• The best time to visit Siena is April/May and September/October. During these months, the weather is pleasant and there are fewer crowds at Siena attractions.

• If you are visiting Florence, it takes about 70 km to reach Siena, which makes it ideal for a Florence to Siena day trip. 

• Pay attention to your surroundings - Unfortunately, pickpockets do exist, especially at many of the Siena main attractions during the high season. Because of this, you always have to keep an eye on your belongings.