Things to do in Siena

#1

Visit the library and climb the tower

#2

Admire historic architecture and view stunning frescoes

#3

The Civic Museums of San Gimignano are located in a stunning 11th-century walled town which looms 334 meters above the Elsa Valley, close to Florence. The town is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site and its complex of museums offer one of Europe's most compelling insights into medieval life.

#4

Tuscany's Duomo of San Gimignano, also called the Collegiata di San Gimignano is a beautiful frescoed arch that has survived centuries without any restoration work. In spite of being bombed during World War II, the vivid frescoes from the 13th century still remain as bright as ever, making this one of Europe's most treasured buildings. The adjoining Museum of Sacred Art is home to valuable pieces from the Collegiata, plus surrounding convents and churches.

#5

Santa Maria della Scala is a museum in Siena which was once a hospital devoted to caring for orphans, pilgrims, and those afflicted by poverty or illness. It is considered to be one of the oldest hospitals in the world, and is an iconic part of Siena's cultural identity and history.

#6

Pienza's Palazzo Piccolomini, close to Siena, is one of the earliest examples of Renaissance architecture in the world. Once the home of Pope Pius II, it's now a fascinating museum and art gallery!

#7

Sip and savor Tuscany with a wine tasting experience

#8

The ancient Abbey of Sant'Antimo was once home to Benedictine monks. It was restored in 1870 by architect Giuseppe Partini and is now used as a concert and cultural venue.

#9

A new opportunity in Siena to appreciate wine through more than ten thousand bottles that tell the story of the Tuscan territory.

#10

Siena Synagogue is a historic synagogue in Italy, built in the 18th century and functioning as a focal point for the Jewish community in Siena to this day. Marked by a simple façade and an exquisitely decorated interior, the synagogue and adjoining Jewish Museum allow visitors to learn about the Jewish presence and persecution in Siena dating back to the 12th century.