Siena Cathedral and Piccolomini Library private tour
Attractions & guided tours

Siena Cathedral and Piccolomini Library private tour

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Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, German
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Enjoy a private tour of the Cathedral and the Piccolomini Library
  • See precious works of art by Michelangelo, Donatello and Bernini
  • Marvel at the marble mosaic floor during the uncovering period
What to expect

Take advantage of a private guide to one of Siena's most iconic buildings and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Cathedral, a jewel of Italian Romanesque-Gothic architecture. The explanation will focus on the most important historical and artistic events that led to the creation and decoration of this architectural gem.

After an introduction to the extraordinary façade made of white, black-green and red marble and decorated with statues depicting philosophers, prophets and sibyls who seem to talk to each other, you'll be able to skip the queue at the ticket office and get straight into the Duomo.

See valuable works of art such as the statue of St. Paul by Michelangelo, St. John the Baptist by Donatello, Bernini's Chigi Chapel and the charming pulpit by Nicola Pisano. The visit to the beautiful Piccolomini Library is a unique experience. Admire the frescoes by Pinturicchio and Raffaello depicting scenes of the life of Enea Silvio Piccolomini, who became Pope Pius II.

When the Cathedral's floor is uncovered, the guide will stop to describe the more important masterpieces of the marble mosaic under the precious dome designed by Domenico Beccafumi.

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What's included
  • check Certified local guide
  • check Siena Cathedral private tour
  • check Piccolomini Library private tour
  • check Access to the Cathedral Floor (uncovering period)
What's not included
  • x_not_included Tickets to the Cathedral (around 5/8 euros for adults)
  • x_not_included Earphones for large groups
Where

Piazza del Duomo, 53100 Siena SI, Italy

    Meeting point:
    Meet your guide at the Cathedral's ticket office.
    What to remember
    • Please note: tickets to the Cathedral are not included. It is strongly recommended to buy them online before the tour starts
    • Earphones are required for large groups. They'll be provided at a small surcharge: 1.80€ per person for groups from 1 to 15 people, 1.60€ for groups from 16 to 30 people
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    Provider
    Siena Tourism Programs & Services - Società Cooperativa
    Booking fee
    Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
    Cancellation policy
    Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

    What people say about this experience

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    • Anonymous

      From Italy - July 2022

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      5/5

      Tutto perfetto. Due piacevolissima ore in compagnia della guida, Dott. ssa Giulia Raffaelli, che ci ha illustrato, con competenza e cordialità, il duo ...

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