Siena Trip Overview
A short walk through the most beautiful streets of the city discovering the most important points. The visit begins in front of the Basilica of San Domenico, then continues towards the Sanctuary of the saint, where she lived with her family. Walking through marvelous streets with panoramic views, we will arrive in the famous Piazza del Campo, the main square of Siena, where the well-known Palio takes place twice a year. The Palazzo Pubblico, the town hall, is located in this square, the centre of Sienese politics, which also is situated the Civic Museum. In Piazza del Campo you will also admire the Fonte Gaia, the fountain by Jacopo della Quercia and listen to funny anecdotes about the mysterious river called “Diana”.
Our local guide will then accompany you to Piazza Duomo, where we will admire the breathtaking Siena Cathedral. The guide will take you back in time and tell you the extraordinary story of what has to become the largest Cathedral in Europe.
Additional Info
Duration: 1 hour
Starts: Siena, Italy
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Siena, Toscana, Italy
A short walk through the most beautiful streets of the city discovering the most important points. The visit begins in front of the Basilica of San Domenico, then continues towards the Sanctuary of the saint, where she lived with her family. Walking through marvelous streets with panoramic views, we will arrive in the famous Piazza del Campo, the main square of Siena, where the well-known Palio takes place twice a year. The Palazzo Pubblico, the town hall, is located in this square, the centre of Sienese politics, which also is situated the Civic Museum. In Piazza del Campo you will also admire the Fonte Gaia, the fountain by Jacopo della Quercia and listen to funny anecdotes about the mysterious river called “Diana”.
Our local guide will then accompany you to Piazza Duomo, where we will admire the breathtaking Siena Cathedral. The guide will take you back in time and tell you the extraordinary story of what has to become the largest Cathedral in Europe.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Basilica Cateriniana San Domenico, Piazza S. Domenico, 1, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
Our expert local guide will meet you in front of the office, on the opposite site of the Basilica of San Domenico.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Chiesa del Santuario di Santa Caterina, Costa di S.Antonio, Siena Italy
You will have a short stop in this beautiful place, dedicated to St. Catherine of Siena.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Piazza del Campo, 53100, Siena Italy
We will arrive in Piazza del Campo, one of the most beautiful square that we have in Italy. Very important in Siena, because it is here where the Palio, the famous horse race takes place twice a year.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Palazzo Pubblico and Museo Civico, Piazza del Campo 1, 53100, Siena Italy
In Piazza del Campo you will admire from the outside the stunning Palazzo Pubblico, seat of the town hall and of the Civic Museum.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Duomo di Siena, Piazza del Duomo 8, 53100, Siena Italy
The tour ends in front of the enchanting Siena Cathedral, you will admire its facade and discover because the project of the “Nuovo Duomo” (the New Cathedral) was abandoned.
Duration: 10 minutes
