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30 things to do in Siena, where to stay, airport transfers. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Siena
- Siena Cathedral — medieval church in Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 35 min)
- piazza del Campo — square in Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Torre del Mangia — tower and museum in Siena (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Basilica of San Domenico — church in Siena, Tuscany, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Santa Maria della Scala — art museum (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Pinacoteca Nazionale, Siena — national art museum in Siena (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Palazzo Chigi-Saracini — palace in Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Basilica of St. Bernardine of Siena — basilica church outside Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Santa Maria dei Servi — minor basilica in Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Basilica of San Francesco — church building in Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Siena synagogue — building in Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Museo dell'Opera Metropolitana del Duomo — museum of Siena cathedral, Italy (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Palazzo Salimbeni — palazzo (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Santuario di Santa Caterina — Sanctuary of Saint Catherine in Siena (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Sant'Agostino — church in Siena, Tuscany, Italy (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Fortezza Medicea — fortress in Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Santo Spirito — church in Siena (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Santa Maria di Provenzano — church in Siena (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Porta di Fontebranda — City Gate in Siena (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Porta Tufi — City Gate in Siena (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Porta Romana — city gate in Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Palazzo Sansedoni, Siena — building in Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Palazzo Piccolomini — building in Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Santa Maria delle Nevi, Siena — church building in Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 120 min)
- San Giuseppe Church — church in Siena (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Porta dei Pispini — city gate in Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Porta Camollia, Siena (visit ≈ 60 min)
- piazza Indipendenza — square in Siena, Italy (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Palazzo Tolomei — Palace in Siena, Piazza Tolomei (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Madonna del Rosario — former Church in Siena, today staple of the Contrada Chiocciola (visit ≈ 30 min)
2-day Siena walking itinerary
Starting point: Il Campo / Centre. The top 8 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 5.6 km · 7,550 steps · 1 h 14 min on the way): piazza del Campo → Torre del Mangia → Basilica of St. Bernardine of Siena → Basilica of San Domenico → Siena Cathedral → Santa Maria della Scala
- Day 2 (≈ 0.8 km · 1,080 steps · 11 min on the way): Pinacoteca Nazionale, Siena → Palazzo Chigi-Saracini
Where to stay in Siena
- Il Campo / Centre: A few steps from the famous square; the heart of town.
- Duomo Area: Quiet stone lanes around the cathedral.
- San Domenico / Fortezza: Near the bus stops; easy for transport and parking.
Getting from the airport to Siena
- Florence Peretola (FLR): Bus to Florence ≈ 1 h 15 min, then T2 tram ≈ 20 min
Getting around
The old town is closed to traffic and hilly; wear comfy shoes. Escalators climb from the station to the centre.
Classic places to eat
- Pasticceria Nannini: A classic Siena pastry shop for panforte and ricciarelli.
- Osteria Le Logge: In an old pharmacy, very close to the Campo.
- Taverna di San Giuseppe: Tuscan dishes in a rock-cut cellar.
- Osteria Il Carroccio: A small, homely osteria near the Campo.
- Kopa Kabana: Local gelato made with natural ingredients.
Romantic views
- Piazza del Campo (Evening): Sit on the fan-shaped square and watch the evening.
- Torre del Mangia (Afternoon): From the tower, views stretch over the Tuscan hills.
- Medici Fortress (Sunset): A walk on the walls and a sunset.
- San Domenico (Sunset): The Duomo and skyline from in front of the basilica.
Football stadiums in Siena
- Stadio Artemio Franchi: Home of Siena FC
Day trips
- Monteriggioni — 11 km from the centre
Good to know before visiting Siena
- Fine: Carving or damaging monuments can bring heavy fines and prosecution.
- Fine: Buying counterfeit goods from street sellers can get the buyer fined too.
- Fine: Taking sand, pebbles or shells from beaches is banned, notably in Sardinia.
- Fine: Validate bus and tram tickets as soon as you board; unvalidated tickets are fined.
- Fine: Driving into historic-centre ZTL zones without a permit is caught on camera and fined.
- Warning: Validate paper regional train tickets at the platform machines; digital tickets are time-bound.
- Emergency: 112 (police 113, ambulance 118, fire 115)
- Plugs: C/F/L, 230V
- Tap water: Tap water is safe; in Rome you can refill at the "nasoni" street fountains.
- Tipping: Bills often include a "coperto" cover charge; tipping isn't expected, rounding up is enough.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: Italy, Turismo Roma — Trevi Fountain entry, Wikivoyage — Italy, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Siena travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Siena?
- The top 8 places in the centre take about 2 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel. Allow 3 days for the top 20 places within walking distance. Add extra days for day trips (Monteriggioni).
- What are the top things to do in Siena?
- Highlights: Siena Cathedral, piazza del Campo, Torre del Mangia, Basilica of San Domenico and Santa Maria della Scala. The map has 30 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Siena?
- Il Campo / Centre: A few steps from the famous square; the heart of town. Other options: Duomo Area and San Domenico / Fortezza.
- How do you get from the airport to Siena city centre?
- Florence Peretola (FLR): Bus to Florence ≈ 1 h 15 min, then T2 tram ≈ 20 min
- How do you get around Siena?
- The old town is closed to traffic and hilly; wear comfy shoes. Escalators climb from the station to the centre.
- What is the emergency number in Siena?
- Emergency: 112 (police 113, ambulance 118, fire 115).
- Do you tip in Siena?
- Bills often include a "coperto" cover charge; tipping isn't expected, rounding up is enough.
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