Winter in Siena
Don’t miss Siena in the winter season
Lights, markets and uncrowded museums. These are just some of the reasons why tourists choose to stay in Siena in winter. The historical, artistic, cultural and gastronomic heritage of Siena can be appreciated in an even more pleasant and relaxing way. Enjoy a slower pace with short queues at places of worship and art and the chance of taking refuge for a sweet break in bars and trattorias. Our top tip? Stroll through the villages with your gaze turned up to admire the lit-up monuments, squares and buildings. A truly magical show.
Discover all the places that can be visited in winter in the city of Siena.
The Basilica of San Domenico
A very important church for Siena, closely linked to the life of St Catherine The Basilica of San Domenico stands
Via Lauretana
A spiritual route that runs through Siena and has led to Loreto for centuries… Via Lauretana traces an Etruscan-Roman route
Courtyard of the Podestà
One of the most picturesque places in Siena. The imposing Palazzo Pubblico stands on Piazza del Campo and inside it
The Contrade of Siena
A social place and symbol of belonging for the Sienese. The term ‘contrada’ appears in Sienese sources as early as
University of Siena
Sienese example of research and innovation The University of Siena is one of the oldest universities in the world. A
Palazzo senza Scale
Sometimes behind the most unassuming door, we find an unexpected world. This is what we find in Palazzo Vestri, in