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Siena Tour and exclusive window on Piazza del Campo
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Siena
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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participants will walk medium distances
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wear comfortable shoes and be ready for changing weather conditions
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in case of wheelchairs and pushchairs please let us know before so that we can organize the tour in the best possible way
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
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
OPTIONAL: Cathedral's ticket (from 7 euro per person). Can be purchased onsite (on Sunday possible to visit from 1pm)
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza San Domenico
Meet your guide in front of the Basilica San Domenico, under the big tree.
Return
Piazza del Campo
The tour ends in our location overlooking Piazza del Campo
Itinerary
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Basilica Cateriniana Di S. Domenico
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.
20 minutes
2
Chiesa del Santuario di Santa Caterina
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.
10 minutes
3
Palazzo Tolomei
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.
10 minutes
4
Battistero di San Giovanni
We will stop by the Baptistery, to see where the people were baptised.
5
Duomo di Siena
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.
40 minutes
6
Piazza del Campo
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!
Siena Tour and exclusive window on Piazza del Campo
(40) Reviews
Siena
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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...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
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
OPTIONAL: Cathedral's ticket (from 7 euro per person). Can be purchased onsite (on Sunday possible to visit from 1pm)
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza San Domenico
Meet your guide in front of the Basilica San Domenico, under the big tree.
Return
Piazza del Campo
The tour ends in our location overlooking Piazza del Campo