Siena
Italy · Tuscany · 322 m
Description
Siena is one of Tuscany’s most impressive medieval cities and a unique center of history, art, and living tradition. Its UNESCO-listed historic center is known for its warm brick façades, narrow streets, and Gothic architecture, as well as the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo with the Palazzo Pubblico and Torre del Mangia. Twice a year, the square hosts the traditional Palio di Siena, a spectacular horse race in which the city’s historic districts compete against one another. With its striking cathedral of light and dark marble and its distinctive medieval atmosphere, Siena is considered one of Italy’s most fascinating cities and a cultural heart of Tuscany.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June
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- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Piazza del Campo
- Siena Cathedral & Cathedral Complex
- Historic Centre of Siena (UNESCO)
- Palazzo Pubblico, Civic Museum & Torre del Mangia
- Palio di Siena (2 July & 16 August)
- San Gimignano(Day trip)
- Val d'Orcia & Pienza(Day trip)
- Piccolomini Library & Pinturicchio Frescoes
- Santa Maria della Scala
- Chianti Wine Region(Day trip)
- Facciatone & Panorama del Duomo
- Contrade & Medieval Streets
- Basilica of San Domenico & St Catherine of Siena
- Fontebranda & Medieval Fountains
- Pinacoteca Nazionale di Siena
- Panforte, Ricciarelli & Sienese Cuisine
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Siena, Siena Zona Industriale, Arbia