Private Tour: Siena Walking Tour
2 h
Private
By walk
About this activity
Siena is not far from Florence, surrounded by a lovely Tuscan countryside and beautiful hamlets.
This guided tour of Siena includes the most important sights. You will be guided along the main street of the town, a street that in the Middle Ages belonged to a famous pilgrimage route called Via Francigena. Today, it is along this street where you can see the headquarters of one of the oldest banks in the world, the 'Monte dei Paschi di Siena,' founded in 1472.
Afterwards you will visit the main square of the town, the Piazza del Campo, a beautiful sea shell shaped plaza where the famous Palio horse race is held every year on July 2nd and August 16th.
At the end of the tour you will have the opportunity to admire the impressive facade of the Cathedral dedicated to the Virgin Mary, covered with colorful local marbles, where works of art by renowned artists like Michelangelo, Donatello, and Bernini are kept. During the trip you will hear the secrets of this magnificent medieval town, of its history and of the Palio race.
This guided tour of Siena includes the most important sights. You will be guided along the main street of the town, a street that in the Middle Ages belonged to a famous pilgrimage route called Via Francigena. Today, it is along this street where you can see the headquarters of one of the oldest banks in the world, the 'Monte dei Paschi di Siena,' founded in 1472.
Afterwards you will visit the main square of the town, the Piazza del Campo, a beautiful sea shell shaped plaza where the famous Palio horse race is held every year on July 2nd and August 16th.
At the end of the tour you will have the opportunity to admire the impressive facade of the Cathedral dedicated to the Virgin Mary, covered with colorful local marbles, where works of art by renowned artists like Michelangelo, Donatello, and Bernini are kept. During the trip you will hear the secrets of this magnificent medieval town, of its history and of the Palio race.
Included
- Professional guide
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirement
- Please contact the supplier by telephone or email in advance to set up meeting time and location
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
75%
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