Siena Tour and exclusive window on Piazza del Campo

A two hours enchanting walk, discovering Siena most beloved places. Start in front of the Basilica San Domenico, where the relics of St. Catherine are kept, then continues towards her ancient house. Stroll in the characteristic streets and reach the Cathedral. Decide with your guide if you want to enter shortly to see the unique marble floor and artworks by Donatello, Bernini and Michelangelo. Arrive at the famous Piazza del Campo, the main square, where the Palio (horse race), takes place twice a year. Discover this medieval tradtion and understand why it is so important for the Sienese. The Town Hall is an example of Italian architecture, which houses the important city museum. Admire also the Joyfull Fountain and listen to funny anecdotes about the mysterious river called “Diana”. At the end of the tour visit our location in an historic palace, Palazzo Scotti, where you can take amazing pictures from our exclusive windows overlooking Piazza del Campo. Relax and enjoy your time!

The tour begins in front of the Basilica of San Domenico. From here you will admire a charming view of the city. Inside the chuch are kept the relics of St. Catherine of Siena.

The tour continues towards the Sanctuary of the saint, where she lived with her family. Discover the story of this mystic women, married to the Lord, that changed not only Siena, but managed to transform our world forever.

The Tolomei palace is one of the most ancient buildings, is situated in Tolomei square, which was during the Middle Ages the most important square of the city.
In this square you will see a column with a she-wolf. Learn how and why Siena is closely tied with Rome, with its flag black and white.

We will stop by the Baptistery, to see where the people were baptised.

The tour of the city continues towards the Cathedral, the large museum complex that contains the Crypt, Baptistery and Opera Museum. Decide with your guide if you want to enter shortly inside the Cathedral to see the unique floor and the artworks by Donatello, Bernini and Michelangelo.

Passing through the characteristic streets, you will arrive at the famous Piazza del Campo, the main square of Siena, where the well-known Palio takes place twice a year. Here there is the town hall, which houses the most important city museum.
The tour ends in our charming location in an historic palace, Palazzo Scotti, where you can relax and take pictures from the most beautiful exclusive windows overlooking Piazza del Campo!

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• participants will walk medium distances
• wear comfortable shoes and be ready for changing weather conditions
• in case of wheelchairs and pushchairs please let us know before so that we can organize the tour in the best possible way
• due to force majeure or closure of museums or churches, we reserve the right to change the itinerary, subject to prior notice

• English 2h Private Tour
  Add
• Italian 2h Private Tour
  Add
• German 2h Private Tour
  Add

• Discover the artistic and architectural beauties of Siena
• Take pictures from our exclusive windows overlooking Piazza del Campo
• 2 h Private Tour, led by an expert local guide
• Enjoy in our location snacks and soft drinks. Restroom and wifi available
• Visit our location in the historic Palace, Palazzo Scotti

• Entrance ticket for Siena Cathedral (from 5 euros)

Trending Siena Nearby Tours Likely To Sell Out

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Siena Experience Italian Hub.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 40 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.