What You Will Do
Let's discover Siena with a fascinating historical tour. Not only the most famous buildings like the church of San Domenico, the Salimbeni palace, the Chigi Saracini palace, the town Hall or the ancient and elegant Banchi di Sopra street. A walking tour to discover the history of this rich medieval city and its secrets: Bankers, pilgrims, merchants, noble families and their stories. During the tour is recommended to enter the wonderful cathedral with masterpieces by Michelangelo, Bernini, Donatello (tickets not included). Visit the famous Piazza Il Campo, where the traditional horse race takes place, learn all the secrets of this ancient race visiting the territory of several Palio district
With this tour you can enjoy discovering places less known by tourists but terrific, included interiors of elegant palaces once owned by noble families. Great views for your photos and a small tasting of ricciarelli traditional cookies.
The Tour can be customized and tailored to your interests.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Meeting Point in front of the Basilica
1
Basilica Cateriniana Di S. Domenico
10 minutes
Visit the big church of Saint Domenico and learn the story of Santa Caterina from Siena and her head
2
Santuario di Santa Caterina
10 minutes
Visit a charming barocco chapel and a decorated hall , in the ex saint' Caterina house, now a a small monastery
3
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena
10 minutes
Discover the ancient banking tradition of Siena Visiting the square of Monte de Paschi 1472 Bank
4
Via di Citta
elegant historical street
5
Duomo di Siena
30 minutes
Discover the richness of this medieval cathedral , the floor, , michelangelo's altar, Bernini's chapel, Donatello statue,Nicola pisano Pulpit, Libreria Piccolomini
6
Piazza del Campo
15 minutes
The historical main square of Siena, where the Palio race take place. The elegant palaces , the town hall, Fonte Gaia
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