Guided Walking Tour of Siena

General information

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Program details

Get an introduction to the art, architecture, and history of Siena on a guided walk. Your professional guide will take you to see the main monuments and landmarks as you learn about the history of the city.

Highlights / General details
Siena is a treasure trove of historical, artistic, religious and cultural riches all to be discovered. The best way to do it is on foot, admiring the changes to the town over the centuries and enjoying its spectacular views and the interesting details of its history.

With an authorized guide you will be able to appreciate the major tourist attractions like Piazza del Campo, the true heart of the town, the Palazzo Comunale (Town Hall), the Cathedral and the majestic Basilica of San Domenico.

There will also be no lack of references to the great noble families, such as the Piccolomini, Tolomei and Salimbeni, and their palazzos, to the great tradition of the Siena Palio, but also to the stories of pilgrimage and saintliness that distinguish the town.

The walk continues with a visit to the Cathedral that preserves the treasures of artists like Nicola Pisano, Duccio di Buoninsegna, Donatello, Pinturicchio and Gianlorenzo Bernini besides its marvelous marble floor, which is a unique example in the history of art.

Hours of operation
Available Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday departing at 11:00am; Guests are requested to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure time.

Duration
Approximately 1.5 hours.

Inclusion
Guided tour of the town on foot available in English and Italian.

Exclusion
Hotel pick up and drop off; Cathedral admission and guided tour (Optional); Gratuity.