Discover the culture and traditions of Siena on this guided tour. Visit some of the city’s most beautiful sites including the Piazza del Campo, Palazzo Pubblico, Basilica of San Domenico, and Duomo.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
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Duration 1.5 - 2 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: Italian, German, French, English

Highlights

Visit Siena's UNESCO World Heritage Listed locations
Take photos at the city's most iconic and beautiful landmarks
Enjoy the intimate atmosphere of this small group tour
Enhance your experience with an optional guided tour of the Siena Cathedral

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Explore one of the most beautiful cities in the world with a friendly, local guide and immerse yourself in Siena’s rich-history, culture, and traditions. The tour has been designed to show you the very best that Siena has to offer in a short space of time, with plenty of stops for photos along the way. Start the tour with a visit to some of the city’s most significant sites including the Piazza del Campo, Palazzo Publicco, Palazzo Tolomei, Palazzo Salimbeni, and the ancient Banchi di Sopra. As you explore, you’ll learn which buildings hold UNESCO World Heritage listed status and why. Continue the tour to the Basilica of San Domenico, which is home to the incredible relics of Saint Catherine. Next, stop by the Sanctuary of St. Catherine of Siena, where Saint Catherine once lived with her family. Pass by the Baptistery and the Siena Cathedral (known as the Duomo di Siena), and head inside for a closer look (if the optional guided tour option is booked). Inside you can admire the array of works of art from some of Italy’s most important artists.

Includes

1.5-hour walking tour
Guide
30-minute Siena Cathedral tour (if option selected)

Siena Cathedral entrance fee. To purchase a ticket, visit https://operaduomo.siena.it/it/. If you wish to visit on Saturday or Sunday it is mandatory to buy the ticket one day in advance.

Not suitable for

People with mobility impairments

Covid-19 precautions

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

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Meeting point

Meet inside the office at Piazza del Campo 72. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your departure time for the check-in.

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What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Face mask or protective covering

Know before you go

Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
From November 4 to March 31 the departure of the tour will require a minimum of 4 people
If the minimum is not reached, you will be given a refund by the provider
From April 1 to November 3 the departure of the tour is guaranteed with a minimum of 2 adults

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Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 200 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.8/5
Value for money
4.7/5
Service
5/5
Organization
5/5

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(English below) De avond voordat ik naar Siena ging, besloot ik deze tour te boeken en ik ben blij dat ik dit gedaan heb. Het is zo veel fijner om een stad te ontdekken aan de hand van de verhalen die bij de stad horen. Je kan wel het een en ander van het internet halen of uit boekjes lezen, maar het van iemand horen die er woont is 100 maal beter. Ik raad ook zeker aan om de optionele rondleiding door de kathedraal bij te boeken. Let wel op, dat je de entreekaarten nog los moet boeken. The night before I went to Siena, I decided to book this tour and I am glad I did. Discovering a place by the stories told by your guide is so much better then getting your info from the internet or travelguides. I strongly suggest to also book the optional tour through the cathedral. Entrance tickets need to be booked seperately.

July 14, 2021

Excellent time spent with Ludovica where we had the privilege of being just the three of us. She made us discover Siena thanks to lots of anecdotes related to the place where we were. Finally, we made the visit to the cathedral which is not to be missed !! Go for it with your eyes closed, you won't be disappointed! Thank you Ludovica again for this wonderful moment of discovery!

September 17, 2020

Excellent 1 hour tour including the history and culture of Siena.

Our guide was knowledgeable and interesting throughout the tour. She was able to bring important events like the Palio to life for us and helped us understand the culture of the Contradas. It was just long enough and ended in front of the beautiful cathedral where we could then enter on our own if we wanted. Perfect introduction to Siena.

May 9, 2019

Siena: City Walking Tour with Optional Siena Cathedral Tour

Siena: City Walking Tour with Optional Siena Cathedral Tour

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Excellent 1 hour tour including the history and culture of Siena.

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