Best things to do in Siena

Most selling
Hike & Taste Experience in Siena from Florence
Reviews
Likely to sell out
If you're staying in Florence and you want to have a good tasting experience and visit in Siena, this is the experience for you
From
$140
Duration: 12 hours
Free cancelation: up to 3 days
Most selling
Palio Horse Race in Siena (Tuscany) – The Day of The Race
Reviews
Likely to sell out
The Palio di Siena (known locally simply as Il Palio) is a horse race that is held twice each year, on 2 July and 16 August, in Siena, Italy. Ten horses and riders, bareback and dressed in the appropriate colours, represent ten of the seventeen contrade, or city wards. The Palio held on 2 July is named Palio di Provenzano, in honour of […]
From
$153
Duration:
Free cancelation: up to 168 hours

About Siena

Siena is located in central Italy’s Tuscany region and is known for its distinguished medieval brick buildings

Some of the architecture you must visit, especially if it’s your first time visiting, includes the fan-shaped central square, the Piazza del Campo (the site of the Palazzo Pubblico), and the Gothic town hall.

For a more adventurous activity, visit Torre del Mangia, which is a slender 14th-century tower with sweeping views from its distinctive white crown. The city’s 17 historic “contrade,” or districts, extend outward from the piazza. 

With all that stunning work, Siena is also famous for its delicious cuisine, art, and museums. 

Their biggest event is the Palio, a fun horse race held twice a year that brings visitors from all over the world together. 

Private Tour in Siena

What You Need to Know

Currency
Euro (EUR)
Timezone
UTC+1
Typical drink

Tuscan wine

Typical food

Crostini neri
Pasta Pici

Speed rules

Urban areas – 50 km/h
Rural roads – 90 km/h
Highway – 110 km/h
Autostrada – 130 km/h

When is the Best Time to Visit

The best times to visit Siena are through the months of April, May, and June. While the city can be visited year-round, these months are the best to experience ideal climate conditions, lower cost of travel, and fewer crowds. 

The average high temperature from April, May and June varies slightly and increases as it approaches the summer months. April is at 19.4°C (67°F), May is 23.3°C (74°F), and June gets to 28.3°C (83 °F).