Siena walking tour with optional Cathedral visit
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Siena walking tour with optional Cathedral visit

4.5/5
Excellent
Based on 6 reviews
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, German
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Discover Siena's gripping history from a professional local guide
  • Explore vibrant piazzas, stunning churches, and fascinating palaces
  • Complete your experience with a guided tour of the wonderful Cathedral
What to expect

Join a walking tour of the medieval center of Siena and discover why it is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Tuscany. See its main ancient monuments with an experienced tour guide, who will uncover the hidden gems, legends, and gripping history of the city.

Stroll through the picturesque alleyways and explore Siena's vibrant piazzas, stunning churches and fascinating palaces. Admire the exquisite architecture of the Middle Ages in Siena's main square, Piazza del Campo, and the impressive Town Hall, the seat of local government since the 13th century. Discover the fascinating tradition of the Palio horse race, revealed by your Senese guide.

You will also see the impressive private palaces located along the main street, and learn about the history of the powerful Salimbeni and Tolomei families. Then you will visit the Basilica of San Domenico with the relics of Saint Catherine, see the Sanctuary where Saint Catherine used to live with her family and the Baptistery.

If you have extra time, you can add a 30-minute tour of the Cathedral and marvel at the beautiful works of art kept there, including some of Michelangelo's statues and the spectacular Piccolomini Library.

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What's included
  • check Certified local guide
  • check Guided city tour of the city center (1h30)
  • check 30-minute guided tour of the Cathedral (if selected)
  • check Earphones for large groups
What's not included
  • x_not_included Tickets to the Cathedral and the other monuments of the complex (around 5/8 euros for adults)
Where

Piazza S. Domenico, 53100 Siena SI, Italy

Meeting point:
The guide will be waiting for you in front of the Basilica San Domenico, under the big tree.
What to remember
  • Cathedral option: the tickets to the Cathedral and the other monuments of the complex are not included. It is strongly recommended to buy them before the tour starts
  • The tour is available for a maximum of 20 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

Excellent

4.5/5

Based on 6 reviews from verified customers

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  • Anonymous

    From Germany - August 2022

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Sehr interessante Führung. Nette Fremdenführerin, mit tollen Infos zum Palio und der Geschichte Sienas.

  • Anonymous

    From France - August 2022

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Très belle expérience . Nous avons apprécié les commentaires de notre guide. Elle nous a fait découvrir sa ville , des endroits insoupçonnés et a part ...

  • Anonymous

    From Italy - January 2022

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From Italy - October 2021

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    guida molto interessante. per noi era la prima volta. devo dire pero' che il prezzo ( 50 euro in 2 ) lo ritengo un caro. In questa gita ero solo con m ...

  • Anonymous

    From Germany - September 2021

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Headsets wären gut gewesen. Guide war etwas zu schnell unterwegs.

  • Anonymous

    From Germany - August 2021

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Herzlichen Dank an Ludovika ... die Tour war sehr informativ und spannend. Jederzeit gerne wieder

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