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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."

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.

A two hours enchanting walk, discovering Siena most beloved places. Start in front of the Basilica San Domenico, where the relics of St. Catherine are kept, then continues towards her ancient house. Stroll in the characteristic streets and reach the Cathedral. Decide with your guide if you want to enter shortly to see the unique marble floor and artworks by Donatello, Bernini and Michelangelo. Arrive at the famous Piazza del Campo, the main square, where the Palio (horse race), takes place twice a year. Discover this medieval tradtion and understand why it is so important for the Sienese. The Town Hall is an example of Italian architecture, which houses the important city museum. Admire also the Joyfull Fountain and listen to funny anecdotes about the mysterious river called "Diana". At the end of the tour visit our location in an historic palace, Palazzo Scotti, where you can take amazing pictures from our exclusive windows overlooking Piazza del Campo. Relax and enjoy your time!

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.

Explore Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its stunning landscapes, art, and rich food traditions on this private tour. Visit Montalcino, home of the renowned Brunello wine, where you'll enjoy a guided winery tour and lunch. Then, head to Montepulciano, a medieval city with Renaissance palaces and sweeping valley views, famous for its Vino Nobile wine. Enjoy wine tastings in both towns while taking in their historical and scenic beauty.

Come with me to discover the lost town of Vitozza! Walk with me through the breathtaking city of Sorano and then descend into the hidden trails underneath to finally reach the ancient town of Vitozza, the Matera of Tuscany. In this town people dug their houses inside the tuff rock since time immemorial and lived in it until the 18th century. We will enter inside some of these houses and wander around the remnants of the old castles (Vitozza had 3) that overlook the town, to see how people used to live in such an incredible environment. At the end of the hike it would be possible to taste a glass of local wine in an incredible wine cellar dug inside the tuff rock. ATTENTION: The wine tasting is optional and available only upon request.

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.

Discover the vibrant traditions of Siena on a walking tour through its historic contrade, the city's unique neighborhoods. With a local guide, delve into the rich history and passion surrounding the Palio di Siena, a legendary horse race that embodies the spirit of the city. This two-hour journey takes you through medieval streets, revealing the ancient symbols and storied rivalries of each contrada. A highlight of the tour is exclusive access to a contrada museum, showcasing original Palio banners and traditional costumes, allowing you to connect with Siena's cultural essence like never before. - Walk through Siena’s historic contrade with a local guide - Learn about the Palio di Siena and its significance to locals - Exclusive entry to a contrada museum featuring fascinating artifacts - Perfect for culture lovers and history enthusiasts alike

Discover the folklore of Siena with an exciting urban trek that will take you to discover the 17 fountains of the district. Drive 8 km through historic streets as you explore the city famous for the Palio no i suoi three-thirds. This treasure hunt-like tour offers a unique way to immerse yourself in the local culture and discover the secrets of Siena. - Explore the 17 historic fountains of the district on an interactive tour - Enjoy an 8 km trek with a difference in altitude of 200 meters - Discover the rich culture and folklore of Siena, famous for the Palio - An experience suitable for all lovers of walking and history

The audio guide is a convenient mobile companion for a self-guided walk in Siena. The tour is designed specifically for getting to know the city in a relatively short time of 1.5–2 hours. Follow the route on the in-app map to walk from Piazza del Campo to the Medici Fortress, passing by the city’s main landmarks. Highlights include: Siena Cathedral, Fonte Gaia, Palazzo Chigi-Saracini, Galluzzi Arches, Fontebranda Fountain, House of Saint Catherine of Siena. The tour includes 26 points of interest. All stories are written by professional journalists and historians with a touch of humor and a love of travel. After you download the tour, you can run it offline in the app. We recommend using headphones to hear the audio guide clearly. Enjoy engaging stories and legends as you move at your own pace, without the need to follow a tour group. At any moment, you can stop to rest at a café or turn into a picturesque alley, and then continue your walk around the city.

If you’re staying in Siena but still want a deep dive into one of Florence’s top attractions, this tour of Florence Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore) is made for you. Round-trip train tickets are included, so you don’t have to navigate booking websites in another language, while a guided tour of the cathedral helps you learn much more than you would alone.

Discover Siena through a unique immersive audio experience, among medieval mysteries, spirituality, folk legends and timeless traditions. With the audio guides of i-tourist.it you can explore the city in total autonomy directly from your smartphone, without groups and without fixed times. Stroll through Piazza del Campo, Siena Cathedral, Fontebranda and the ancient medieval alleys listening to engaging tales about Palio, Contrade, knights, esoteric symbols and hidden stories of the city. The experience also includes deep guided meditations in the most suggestive places of Siena, perfect for relaxing and connecting with the authentic soul of the city. Ideal for those who love History, Culture, Mystery, Wellness and Emotional Trips off the classic tourist routes. Experience Siena slowly, at your own pace, letting yourself be guided by unforgettable atmospheres, emotions and stories.

Go on an artistic, spiritual quest to Assisi and discover the divinity in the air and in Giotto's brushstrokes, which depict the life of Saint Francis in Assisi's Basilica. Stop for lunch in an intimate, local restaurant/farmhouse, for a gourmet meal with a glass of Montefalco Red or Sagrantino ready at hand for a toast, and experience their local extra virgin olive oil production. After lunch delight in Deruta, where you will encounter extraordinary ceramics and have the chance to visit Ubaldo Grazia, the world's most ancient majolica factory

Learn to make traditional Italian ceramics in a 2- to 3-hour class.  Choose from multiple start times and let the hands-on lesson begin. The class is a great creative experience for adults and children alike, making it the perfect family activity.  After observing the ceramics making process, put your own design onto a magnet and another object. Pick up your creations the following day or have them delivered at your own expense.

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. IMPORTANT: If the time slot indicated by the customer is no longer available, the museum will confirm the first available time slot closest to the indicated time

Entry ticket and a self-guided audio tour of Siena are available via the WeGoTrip app. You’ll receive an email with a link to download the app, which includes your ticket and a digital guide with maps, photos, scripts, and audio commentary. (!) Note: The cathedral ticket is included in the app, but the in-cathedral audio guide uses a separate app. After visiting the cathedral, explore Siena’s cobblestone streets. See Piazza del Campo with its iconic shell shape, Palazzo Salimbeni, Accademia Musicale Chigiana, and finish at the Medici Fortress, a historic cultural landmark. Along the way, discover stories of elegant fountains, renowned Renaissance painters, and the world-famous academy, immersing yourself in the city’s rich history and culture.

On this wine-tasting tour, you will sample some of the region’s best Tuscan wines. Every glass is perfectly paired with local cured meats, cheeses, and a homemade pasta dish, or a full course meal, depending which wine tasting experience you choose (please inform us if you have any dietary restrictions).

Experience the flavors of Tuscany with a hands-on cooking class set on a charming farm in the Chianti countryside. Begin your experience with a guided lesson led by a professional chef, who will introduce you to traditional Tuscan recipes and techniques. Using fresh, local ingredients, you’ll prepare a selection of classic Italian dishes, including homemade pasta and flavorful sauces, learning step by step how to recreate them. After the cooking session, relax and enjoy a guided wine tasting featuring a selection of regional wines, including IGT, Chianti, and Chianti Classico. Discover the characteristics of each wine and the traditions behind their production, while pairing them with local specialties such as bruschetta and salami. Finally, sit down to enjoy the meal you’ve prepared, accompanied by Tuscan wines in a welcoming countryside setting.

Let our local guide guide you to discover the irresistible city of Siena, unique for having maintained its unmistakable medieval style intact. The main foundation of Siena's history, customs and popular traditions is the Palio, a horse race that takes place in the city twice a year, an event of great importance to the Sienese, who divide their supporters into contrade (districts) rich in legends, fervour and ancient symbols. The main attractions that our guide will show you during the tour are the splendid Piazza del Campo, with its characteristic shell shape, the majestic Palazzo Pubblico, the Torre del Mangia and the Fonte Gaia, a model of Renaissance sculpture. No less important, strolling through the alleyways of the centre, you will reach one of the most beautiful cathedrals in Italy, the Duomo di Siena. There are also alleys, narrow streets, ancient palaces, artisan shops, wineries and the many shops of the typical sweets of Siena: panforte, ricciarelli, cavallucci.

Discover the Siena of the soul during the Jubilee with a local guide expert in religious itineraries. The tour includes the following itinerary: Native places and history of the life of Saint Catherine, patron saint of Italy and Europe, you will visit San Domenico where his relics are preserved, the birthplace and the famous chapel where he received the Stigmata in front of a wonderful wooden crucifix. We will talk about Saint Bernardino of Siena, and we will see the exact point from which he preached to the Sienese in Piazza del Campo where the tile of the exact point is still visible. You will visit the splendid Basilica of San Francesco which preserves one of the most important Eucharistic Miracles in the world, namely the miracle of the Sacred Uncorrupted Particles. We will talk about the famous Blessed Ambrogio Sansedoni and San Bernardo Tolomei who founded the monastery of Monte Oliveto. At the end you will have a rich tasting of local products in a typical place, cold cuts-cheeses-oil-wine to also restore the body, after the spirit.

Discover the beauty of Siena on a private walking tour through its most iconic landmarks, where medieval charm, art, and spirituality blend in perfect harmony. Your journey begins at Piazza San Domenico, closely tied to the life of St. Catherine, Siena’s patron saint. Just a short stroll away lies the Santuario Casa di Santa Caterina, a peaceful complex built around the birthplace of the saint. Nearby, you’ll come to Fontebranda, one of Siena’s oldest fountains. Your walk continues into the beating heart of the city: Piazza del Campo, a breathtaking shell-shaped square often considered one of Europe’s finest. Lined with graceful palaces and crowned by the Palazzo Pubblico and the Torre del Mangia, this is the stage for the world-famous Palio horse race. No visit to Siena would be complete without exploring the Duomo, a Gothic masterpiece adorned with black-and-white marble stripes, richly decorated interiors, and priceless works of art by masters such as Michelangelo.

Exploring Siena with kids has never been so much fun! Your kid-friendly guide will introduce your family to Saint Catherine of Siena—one of Italy’s most important saints—with tales that spark imagination and curiosity. Then, make your way through the city’s narrow streets toward Piazza del Campo, where the legendary Palio horse race takes place, and your guide will share the thrilling traditions, pageantry, and playful rivalries. Nearby, you’ll discover Fontebranda, one of the oldest fountains in the city, and you’ll pause outside the Torre del Mangia. Even without climbing it, this tall bell tower inspires awe—and laughter—when kids learn the funny origin of its name. The tour concludes with a visit inside the magnificent Siena Cathedral. Its bold black-and-white marble stripes, intricate floors, and awe-inspiring sculptures are the perfect finale to your family’s journey. This family-friendly tour is a wonderful way to experience Siena’s beauty, history, and legends together.

Siena, a medieval city rich in history and spirituality, is one of the most fascinating destinations for those who wish to have a unique religious and cultural experience. On this tour, accompanied by an experienced Catholic guide, you will discover the heart of the Sienese faith through a visit to Siena Cathedral, one of the most beautiful churches in Italy, and the House of St. Catherine, the place that holds the memories of the city's patron saint.