Overview
IMPORTANT: For those who booked in the mixed group mode (and not private group) contact me before you book: at least 5 people booked to go.
This tour will take you through the fascinating world of the Palio, the renowned horse race that showcases the Sienese people's pride in their Contrada and their city. We'll stroll along picturesque medieval streets, immersing ourselves in the authenticity and charm that earned Siena a spot on the Unesco World Heritage list.
Along the way, we'll encounter significant figures who hail from this city, like Santa Caterina. We'll also delve into secular institutions such as the medieval hospital, Santa Maria della Scala, one of the oldest in Europe, the stunning Cathedral (exterior), and the civic powerhouse, Palazzo Pubblico with the magnificent Piazza del Campo.
These iconic Sienese landmarks will grant you a genuine insider's perspective, allowing you to truly know the city and see it through the eyes of a local.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Professional and Licensed Tour Guide
tickets
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We will meet under the big tower of the City Hall
What to expect
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Piazza del Campo
20 min
We will meet here, in the most iconic place that makes the hearts of all Sienese beat. A unique square with a long history as well as where the famous horse race, the Palio, is run.
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Piazza Salimbeni
10 min
After walking down the main street of downtown we will make a brief stop in this square to talk about the world's longest-running bank and the Renaissance palaces that flank it.
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Basilica Cateriniana Di S. Domenico
20 min
One of the most important basilicas in Siena that preserves the relics of the Sienese saint, St. Catherine, and also remarkable ancient works of art.
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Siena Cathedral
40 min
Piazza del Duomo is where some of Siena's most important buildings such as the Santa Maria della Scala, one of the oldest hospitals in Europe, and the Cathedral face each other.
Our Walking Tour does not include an entrance to the Cathedral. If we want to visit it you have to buy the ticket online first, and in that case, the walking tour will be shorter.
Siena Cathedral is considered a jewel of Gothic-Romanesque art. Artists such as Michelangelo, Donatello, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Nicola and Giovanni Pisano contributed to its construction and decoration. It is also famous for its floor, a more unique than rare work of art.
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
- Sconsigliato a chi ha problemi a camminare
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about Siena like a local (with a Licensed Tour Guide)
Can I cancel Siena like a local (with a Licensed Tour Guide) 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?
We will meet under the big tower of the City Hall
What's included?
- Professional and Licensed Tour Guide
What's not included?
- tickets
Which places does it visit?
It visits Piazza del Campo, Piazza Salimbeni, Basilica Cateriniana Di S. Domenico, Siena Cathedral.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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