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Fascinating walk to discover Siena, the most famous monuments and the least known and most precious places. We will walk through alleys and medieval streets, we will talk about Palio and Contrade, noble palaces, famous painters, Francigena and illustrious characters. Towers, medieval houses, squares and ancient sources. Monte dei Paschi, the famous Duomo with its masterpieces, the Ancient hospital and the noble public palace. I wait for you for a pleasant and interesting private tour of the city of Siena

Experience the enchantment of Siena with an enthusiastic local guide on this private tour. Discover famous sites such as Duomo di Siena, Piccolomini Library, and Piazza del Campo, while revealing secret treasures on your journey. This personalized, adjustable tour allows you to explore Siena in your style, featuring expert suggestions and captivating narratives that animate the city’s history.

With no train station and spotty bus service, San Gimignano can be a hassle to reach from Siena. On this small-group tour, sip world-class wine and watch the sunset over Chianti and San Gimignano with stress-free transportation. Led by an expert guide, explore the medieval town of Monteriggioni and visit Chianti wineries for tastings. Then, head to the UNESCO-listed San Gimignano to see the sunset as you savor a traditional Tuscan dinner in a farmhouse overlooking the hills.

Discover the treasures of the Civic Museum in the Public Palace, superb example of Gothic architecture and symbol of the city of Siena. It preserves beautiful works of painting and sculpture, along with extraordinary frescoes by the Sienese school of painting such as the Maestà and the Portrait of Guidoriccio da Fogliano by Simone Martini, and the Cycle of Good Government and the Cycle of Illustrious Men.

Discover Siena's perfectly preserved medieval splendor with our self-guided audio tour app, allowing you to explore this Tuscan jewel at your own pace. Begin at the magnificent Piazza del Campo, the shell-shaped square that hosts the legendary Palio horse race and remains the heart of Sienese civic life after seven centuries. Marvel at the soaring Torre del Mangia and the Gothic grandeur of the Palazzo Pubblico, then ascend to the heavenly Duomo where Pisano's pulpit and the Piccolomini Library showcase Renaissance mastery. Wander through the contrade neighborhoods where medieval rivalries still define local identity, their fountains, flags, and parish churches marking territories unchanged for centuries. Discover the Pinacoteca's golden altarpieces and the Basilica of San Domenico where St. Catherine's head is reverently preserved, then lose yourself in the winding vicoli that reveal unexpected piazzas and artisan workshops.

On this private walking tour you will explore a city declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will visit its most important places, such as the Siena Cathedral, Piazza del Campo, Torre del Mangi, Fonte Gaia, Market Square. The beautiful city of Siena is famous not only for its beautiful, historic buildings and the picturesque landscape that surrounds it, but also for its cuisine, art, museums, medieval cityscape and, of course, the Palio, the famous horse race held in the city twice a year.

This is a city walking tour that will give you the occasion the see this city from the eyes of a local. Your Guide is a certificate professional that has lived and worked in Siena for many years and can give you a full immersion view on the traditions of the city. We will discover together the myths, legends, and secrets of this medieval town and we will have the occasion to see very iconic neighborhoods and street where normally locals spend their time with friends and family. You will try 3 different flavors of Artisan Gelato & Tuscan wines. At the end of the tour our guide if requested will give you some great recommendation like the best restaurants or any other activities to do in Siena.

Capture your memories of Siena on camera during this private photo shoot in the heart of the city. Bookable for a group of up to five people, the experience is led by a professional photographer with knowledge of the best backdrops around the beautiful city of Siena. Bring any additional clothing, shoes, or accessories to make the most of your photo shoot. After the shoot, take home a collection of quality digital images to impress friends and family back home.

Opt for a personalized experience of Siena’s top attraction on a private tour of Siena Cathedral. With just your private guide and party, discover easy-to-miss details in the cathedral’s interior and benefit from commentary integral to understanding the statues of Michelangelo and the art inside the Chapel of St. John the Baptist. Plus, booking in advance means you save hours of waiting in line with a skip-the-line admission ticket.

Explore the artistic heart of Tuscany with this Florence Walking Tour from Siena. Experience a scenic train ride to Florence, where you'll discover iconic landmarks such as the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazza della Signoria, and the historic Ponte Vecchio. This guided tour brings the city’s rich history to life, revealing hidden gems and engaging stories about the Renaissance. Enjoy free time to wander and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of Florence, making this a perfect day out for art lovers and history enthusiasts alike. - Scenic train journey from Siena to Florence included - Guided walking tour featuring major landmarks and hidden gems - Free time to explore Florence at your own pace - Ideal for those comfortable with walking and stair climbing

Siena is one of Italy’s most captivating medieval cityscapes, but its mazelike historic center is a challenge to navigate. With this private tour, explore with a local guide to cover the highlights in a few hours. Marvel at the Piazza del Campo, stroll the historic center, and take in the Basilica of St. Francis and Medici Fortress while you learn about the local history and architecture.

Explore Tuscany beyond Florence or Siena with a full-day wine tour. Get picked up at your hotel for a small-group tour to visit local wineries and relax over lunch in the town of Montepulciano. Learn about how wine is made and taste regional specialties including Nobile. Meet the people behind the wine without the hassle of a rental car or navigating between wineries.

Begin your day in the magical city of Florence, the Renaissance jewel. Marvel at the panoramic masterpiece from Piazzale Michelangelo, capturing the essence of this timeless city. Stroll through the historic center, a living canvas adorned with Palazzo Pitti, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria. Embark on a scenic drive through Chianti, where postcard-worthy landscapes of rolling hills and cypress-lined roads unfold. Trace the paths of ancient pilgrims, venturing through vineyards that breathe life into the iconic Chianti region. Farm Lunch: Indulge in a flavorful Tuscan feast at a charming farm, where Lasagna, Pecorino, and savory Ham are paired with the finest regional wines. Let the tastes of Tuscany enchant your palate. Afternoon Charms of San Gimignano: Discover the medieval enchantment of San Gimignano, a town adorned with towering structures that echo tales of history. Sample the world's best gelato as you explore the charming streets and absorb the town's timeless allure.

Get an extra boost from your electric bike on a half-day bike tour of the Chianti region. Follow your guide through a picturesque landscape of gentle hills with vineyards, olive groves, and small villages, stopping at a 12th-century castle and a winery. Your tour includes a wine tasting, bottled water, and use of all necessary equipment.

Head north from Sienna to fabled Chianti on this small-group tour. Explore the region known as Florentine Chianti, stopping to take in the charming small towns of Castellina in Chianti and Greve in Chianti. Stroll the streets, meeting some of the region’s charming residents and, of course, partake in some locally made wine during a visit to two wineries. Indulge in a lunch of Tuscan delights. This small-group tour of Florentine Chianti is limited to just eight participants, ensuring you’ll get molto attention from the guide.

Siena is one of Tuscany’s most picturesque medieval towns and this private walking tour is ideal for first-time visitors or those short on time. Take in the highlights of the UNESCO-listed center, stroll around lively Piazza Del Campo, and admire landmarks such as San Domenico Basilica, Palazzo Tolomei, and Cathedral of Siena.

Explore the enchanting streets of Siena in a unique way through a walking riddle hunt. This interactive adventure invites participants to uncover the city's fascinating stories and hidden gems at their own pace. Wander through iconic spots like Piazza del Campo while solving puzzles and challenges that reveal the rich history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. With professional guides available for hints, this treasure hunt-style experience is perfect for families, friends, and curious travelers looking to engage with Siena's culture in a fun and dynamic way.

Surround yourself with the unrivaled scenery of Valle de Orcia while trying some of its epicurean delights on a private tour from Siena. Begin in the hill town of Montalcino, where you'll sip on locally produced wine at a popular winery. Later, head to the historic center of UNESCO-listed Pienza, where you'll enjoy free time to explore independently. A typical Tuscan lunch, cheese tasting, and hotel pickup are included.

Discover the architecture, art, and culture of Tuscany's medieval era on this private tour from Florence. Journey to the city of Siena and visit its most-important landmarks, including the 13th-century cathedral. Afterward, travel to San Gimignano to understand why the small city is known as the "Manhattan of the Medieval Ages."

Castiglione della Pescaia is a fortified village overlooking the sea, a balcony overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. From here you can enjoy a panorama of rare beauty, among the most "rich and sweet in the Maremma". The view ranges from the Uccellina mountains to the heights of Punta Ala, from the coast drawn between the intense green of the pine forest and the blue of the sea; below, in the plateau (ancient kingdom of Lago Prile), the marsh of the Diaccia Botrona stretches out, with the elegant and evocative Red House in the foreground, one of the most representative examples of civil engineering that recalls the impressive reclamation work desired and built under the Lorraine. The well-preserved village has exposed stone streets, ancient portals, niches and arcades that chase each other ... all enclosed by mighty turreted walls. Castiglione della Pescaia is one of the most efficient tourist resorts of the Tyrrhenian Sea and in its canal port cradled fishermen's boats and "habituès" boats.

If you are looking for a unique and fun activity to involve the whole family in the interactive discovery of the most hidden but no less fascinating places in Siena, you cannot miss our Treasure Hunt! Furthermore, instant photography will allow you to appreciate the beauties of the city from a unique and unrepeatable point of view. Each shot will capture your favorite moments in photos immediately ready to be touched, waved and attached in the guide-albums created to be customized, to be browsed whenever you want. Find out all the details, solve the puzzles and answer the quizzes to transform your visit to Siena into a unique memory to share with the whole family, young and old, and with friends. N.B. In the days of the Palio (29 June-2 July and 13-16 August) the treasure hunt route is not feasible and is replaced with that of the Top 10 dedicated to the places of the Palio, of which we will provide a dedicated guide and map.

Our Polaguides will allow you to discover the most hidden, but no less fascinating places than Siena and its districts and instant photography will allow you to appreciate the beauties of each district from a unique and unrepeatable point of view. Each shot will capture your favorite moments in photos immediately ready to be touched, waved and attached in the guide-albums created to be customized, to be browsed whenever you want. Transform your visit to Siena into unique memories to share with the whole family, young and old, and with friends. N.B. During the days of the Palio (29 June-2 July and 13-16 August) the 17 Fontanine di Contrade route is not feasible and is replaced with that of the Top 10 dedicated to the places of the Palio, of which we will provide a dedicated guide and map.

Take a chance to discover Siena, a jewel of the Middle Ages set in the Tuscan hills, full of history and culture. Accompanied by a specialized guide of the city you’ll walk through the characteristic streets of Siena, admiring the beauty and the magnificent of Piazza del Campo where twice a year the horses run for the Palio race. You will learn about the world's oldest bank and the pilgrim's path as you discover the secrets of the famous 17 Contrade. The historic center is a UNESCO heritage site: the Cattedrale dell’Assunta is a gothic architectural work of art that will leave you breathless. You'll be amazed by the Duomo and by the heavy chimes of the Torre del Mangia that resound throughout Siena in its most important moments, especially during the Palio. Let’s discover together the myths, legends and secrets of this medieval town!

The entire historic center of Siena has been declared a World Heritage Site, if you desire to feel the atmosphere of a unique medieval town this is the place to be, you will effectively walk in a giant, open-air museum celebrating the Gothic style. This 3 hour walking group tour is ideal for first-time visitors or those short on time, our English- speaking tour guide will lead you to discover the beauties and stories of this picturesque medieval town. You will learn about the Francigena road, the ancient route that in medieval times connected Canterbury to Rome, understand the Contrade way of think and the importance of the Palio, admire gothic buildings and cathedrals, see the oldest bank in the world, discover fossils imprinted in marble, unravel the mystery of the Sator magic square. At the end of the tour you will feel transported in another time and will desire to spend more time immersed in this gothic dream.