Domus Il Palio
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Siena Family Tour
Historical Tours 2 hours 5.0 · 8 reviews Offered in: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Siena Family Tour

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Overview

Two magic hours to discover the city with Your children!
Children and adults will learn the city's history having fun and being enriched by anecdotes and legends from the Middle Ages!
Magic is hiding in plain sight....

Stroll around the streets of Siena to discover the mysteries, reach the ancient castle and discover the symbol of Siena, the she-wolf, which from the top of its columns protects us. Learn about the 17 districts that we call Contrade and find the animals that represent them.

The Contrade participate to the horse race twice a year, an incredible event! Have fun to watch the videos, find the stables where the horses sleep for four days and the little fountains hidden through the streets where the Sienese are baptized.

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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

Admire Siena from amazing panoramic views

Local guide expert in Kids tours

Discover in Piazza del Campo the world wide famous Palio - the horse race

2h Private Family Tour

Admission to museums, cathedral

Meeting and pickup

Travelers meet at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the Basilica San Domenico, under the big tree

End point

The tour ends on the Piazza del Campo, so that kids can continue playing

What to expect

  1. Basilica Cateriniana Di S. Domenico

    15 min

    Start the tour from this beautiful church, from where we can admire the most incredible view of the city.

  2. Fontebranda

    20 min

    In the Goose district there is the important fountain, where the kids can play with a famous Sienese game.

  3. Palazzo Tolomei

    15 min

    Head on towards Tolomei Square, which in the past was the most important square with the gothic palace owned by the noble family Tolomei.

  4. Piazza del Campo

    30 min

    Piazza del Campo hosts twice a year the famous horse race, called Palio. Children willl love to see videos and discover every secret of this medieval tradtion.

  5. Complesso Museale Santa Maria della Scala

    10 min

    Enjoy the magic square of the Cathedral embedded inside the ancient walls, and then see the S.Mary of the Staircase, which today is a museum, but not very long ago it was an important hospital.

  6. Duomo di Siena

    20 min

    Admire this colorful and fully decorated facade and discover how the Sienese wanted to biuld the largest Church in the world.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).

Additional Information

  • in case of wheelchairs or strollers please let us know in advance, so that we can organize the tour in the best possible way
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 15 travelers per booking
  • Each booking must include at least one adult.

FAQs about Siena Family Tour

Can I cancel Siena Family Tour for free?

Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

How long does it take?

It takes about 2 hours.

Where does it start?

Meet your guide in front of the Basilica San Domenico, under the big tree

What's included?

  • Admire Siena from amazing panoramic views
  • Local guide expert in Kids tours
  • Discover in Piazza del Campo the world wide famous Palio - the horse race
  • 2h Private Family Tour

What's not included?

  • Admission to museums, cathedral

Which places does it visit?

It visits Basilica Cateriniana Di S. Domenico, Fontebranda, Palazzo Tolomei, Piazza del Campo, Complesso Museale Santa Maria della Scala, Duomo di Siena.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.

Is it suitable for children?

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Operated by Siena Experience Italian Hub

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