General Description
Siena is a true treasure trove of historical, artistic, religious, and cultural riches waiting to be explored.
The best way to experience it is on foot, taking in the town's centuries-old transformations while admiring the stunning scenery and fascinating details. With a licensed guide, you’ll have the opportunity to discover Siena's top tourist attractions, including Piazza del Campo, the beating heart of the city, the Palazzo Comunale (Town Hall), the impressive Cathedral, and the grand Basilica of San Domenico. Along the way, you’ll learn about the influential noble families like the Piccolomini, Tolomei, and Salimbeni, who shaped Siena’s history, and hear captivating stories about the legendary Palio di Siena, as well as the town’s rich heritage of pilgrimage and sainthood.
The tour also includes a visit to the magnificent Cathedral of Siena, home to invaluable works by artists such as Nicola Pisano, Duccio di Buoninsegna, Donatello, and Gianlorenzo Bernini. One of its most remarkable features is the marble floor, considered a unique masterpiece in the history of art.
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Additional Information
● Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the departure time of the tour
● Please note that the Cathedral is not opened Sunday at 11:00 AM. Instead of the Cathedral, customers will be visiting another museum
● During summer, it is highly recommended to bring a hat
● Not wheelchair accessible
● Not suitable for pets
● This tour has a minimum of two passengers
● The Spanish language has a minimum of 4 passengers to be confirmed in the winter
● This tour has a minimum of 4 people to operate the rest of the season
Inclusions
✔ Guided monolingual walking tour of Siena
✔ Local professional guide
✔ Entrance to Siena Cathedral
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✖ Transportation
✖ Tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other unspecified service
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 2 days before the service
Cancellations after this time limits or no show, no refund provided
Meeting Point
Church of San Domenico, Siena
Piazza San Domenico, Siena 53100, Tuscany, IT