3 hours
Guided in English
Private tour
Mobile ticket

Highlights

Discover the timeless charm of Siena with the help of a top-rated local guide at your disposal. This immersive 3-hour walking tour takes you through the heart of one of Tuscany’s most enchanting towns, unveiling its rich history, and deep-rooted traditions. Your journey begins at the Basilica of San Domenico, home to sacred relics of Saint Catherine of Siena. Explore this 13th-century Gothic church and learn about the life and legacy of the city's beloved patron saint. Next, stroll through the elegant Piazza Salimbeni, a refined square flanked by historical palaces, and wind your way through charming alleys to reach Piazza del Campo, the city’s shell-shaped square. Marvel at the beauty of this unique space, which hosts the Palio horse race twice a year. Towering over the square is Torre del Mangia, the slender 14th-century bell tower that symbolizes Siena’s civic pride. Finally, step into the awe-inspiring Duomo of Siena (Siena Cathedral), a masterpiece of Italian Gothic art.

Inclusions

What's included

Private tour
Entrance tickets to the Duomo
English-speaking fully licensed tour guide

What's not

Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Visit the stunning San Domenico cathedral where you will learn all about the fascinating story of St. Catherine from Siena.
30 min
Admire the beautiful gothic facade of the the oldest bank in the world and a few steps away the oldest palace in Siena.
15 min
Enjoy the greatest medieval square in Europe, the shell-shaped square is surrounded by imposing palaces, crowned by the Fountain of the Joy and dominated by the magnificent Mangia Tower. Here twice a year is help the world famous Palio horse race, our local tour guide will explain all its secrets, rules and legends.
45 min
The Torre del Mangia is the iconic bell tower overlooking Siena’s Piazza del Campo. Built in the 14th century, it stands over 100 meters tall and offers breathtaking views of the city and surrounding Tuscan hills.
Passes by
You will be astonished by the marvels of the Duomo complex of Siena, the baptistery, the crypt, the cathedral are a unicum in the art history, the origins of the first structure are obscure and shrouded in legend, it was designed and completed between 1215 and 1263. The façade is one of the most impressive features in Siena, it combines elements of French Gothic, Tuscan Romanesque architecture and Classical architecture, it truly is breataking. (the visit is from the outside)
30 min

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Know before you go

Pickup: Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by: Raphael Tours & Events

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Siena

Its from-price is 59% above the median of the 352 experiences we list in Siena.
Its length is typical for the group.

About Siena

Siena is a medieval Tuscan hill city of red-brown brick, known for its shell-shaped main square, its striped cathedral and the twice-yearly Palio.

Siena was Florence's great rival in the Middle Ages, and its historic centre, a UNESCO site, still looks much as it did then. Il Campo, the shell-shaped square, slopes down to the Palazzo Pubblico and its slender tower, the Torre del Mangia. The cathedral, striped in white and dark green marble, has a pavement of inlaid scenes and a library of painted manuscripts.

Top-ranked sights in Siena: Piazza del Campo, Siena Cathedral (Duomo di Siena), Mangia Tower (Torre del Mangia).

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