Siena travel guide
Up-to-date information on what to see and do in Siena
The Siena travel kit contains information to help you plan your visit to one of Italy’s most beloved destinations. The city of the Palio boasts an enchanting medieval atmosphere that pervades every Contrada with its palaces, noble residences, museums, religious buildings, gardens, workshops and taverns. What’s beyond the most iconic places? Find out with us.
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The Cathedral floor
One of Siena’s most beautiful wonders, uncovered from after the August Palio to autumn. Inside the cathedral unparalleled great works

State Archive
It safeguards the historical documents of Siena’s public bodies. The State Archive of Siena is located in Via Banchi di

Contrada museums
History and traditions of the people of Siena. The city of Siena is historically divided into 17 contrade (neighbourhoods), which

University of Siena
Sienese example of research and innovation The University of Siena is one of the oldest universities in the world. A

What to do in Siena during the holidays
Art and fun from Christmas to Epiphany Would you like to spend the holidays in a magical and inspiring atmosphere?

Magione Church
Templar mysteries and secrets in one of the oldest churches in Siena. The ‘Poor Fellow-at-Arms of Christ and the Temple