Siena was highly rated for history by 584 guests from the United States!Siena Travel Guide
Romantic Renaissance
Surrounded by rolling hills and Chianti vineyards, Siena shines as a jewel of the Tuscan Renaissance, and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience the famous Palio di Siena horse race, catch the pulse of the city at Piazza del Campo, visit the beautiful Duomo cathedral…and fall in love with this charming city!
Founded by Etruscans around 900 BC, the city was first conquered by Romans and later by Lombards. The Middle Ages saw it becoming the independent and flourishing Republic of Siena, until its annexation to the Grand Duchy of Tuscany.
The economic difficulties that followed turned out to be a blessing for the preservation of its historic center. Adorned with frescoes by Ghirlandaio and bass-reliefs by Donatello, Lorenzo Ghiberti, and Jacopo della Quercia, the Duomo represents the highest expression of this well-kept legacy. The shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, with the Palazzo Pubblico and the Gaia Fountain, is still the heart and soul of the city. Follow the labyrinth of narrow streets and passages that irradiate from there and you will be enchanted by its romantic atmosphere from ancient times.
The closest airports are Peretola Airport in Florence and Galileo Galilei International Airport in Pisa, though Guglielmo Marconi Airport in Bologna is also well connected. While planning your trip, don’t forget to check out the Siena accommodations deals on Booking.com!
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A wonderful place to visit - only regret is we didn’t spend...
A wonderful place to visit - only regret is we didn’t spend more time there. Recommend at least a full day for traveling and site seeing in the town itself, and at last one other day for visiting local wineries and taking in the scenery.
Frank
United States of America
8.0
Be prepared to walk up and down streets with considerable...
Be prepared to walk up and down streets with considerable steep grades. Worth seeing on anyone’s trip to Italy but if you have considerable time to stay as we did with our three month tour, a four day stay is very sufficient. You could see major sights in two days if your stay in Italy is short.
Swain
United States of America
10
The ancient town is small enough to be walkable.
The ancient town is small enough to be walkable. The streets and paths were often steep, which was interesting. Hosts explained the annual bourse race around Siena’s big plaza, which the local town regions vie for bragging rights base on the winning horse. Neat community, with early democratic basis unlike many early walled communities of etruscan origin.
Laura
United States of America
8.0
Duomo amazing, artwork and artifacts breathtaking!
Duomo amazing, artwork and artifacts breathtaking! Last time we were here, we stayed in more rural location and took day trips to surrounding sights. Would suggest this to anyone who asked rather than stay in City proper as we did this time
Anonymous
United States of America
10
My first time visiting Siena and I loved it!
My first time visiting Siena and I loved it! My favorite spot was Il Campo, of course. Wish I could have stayed in Siena longer. Had an excellent B&B, Casa Virgili, where Roberto was great and very helpful.
Lisa
United States of America
10
We went in the off season (March) and there were a lot of...
We went in the off season (March) and there were a lot of visitors, so I imagine it gets quite crowded in the summer. The Duomo is magnificent, and the medieval architecture that is everywhere provides a window into what life may have been like in the Middle Ages and renaissance period. It’s easy to get around (lots of steps and steep grades) which helps burn off all the pasta, pizza, and gelato! The train station is a long uphill hike; take the bus or a taxi. If I was to go again, I would hire a guide or listen to Rick Steves’ podcast to get the most out of everything here in this beautiful city.
“We're traveling through Italy and watching our budget and came across this wonderful place. We were fortunate enough to get room 51, a corner room with two windows overlooking Siena. The wifi and flat screen TV worked well and the staff was pleasant. We'd particularly like to give a shout out to the lady running the breakfast buffet which was a very nice continental breakfast. Her coffee got us going in the morning. Thank you. The room was comfortable and roomy with an armoir and dresser. A great value with a great location.”
“Really good and cozy place to stay in Siena. I have travelled a lot to Siena but i've always found very ugly and ancient hotels without any care of the details (at the same price and higher of this one). This is for sure the best B&B in Siena: modern, minimal, clean, comfortable and in the heart of the city. Personnel is nice and friendly.
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“This is the perfect hotel for a few nights in Siena. Rooms are clean, modern and furnished elegantly. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful and made some great restaurant recommendations. I would definitely stay here again. ”
“The hotel was beautiful and the staff was excellent. In particular, we were extremely impressed with their concierge Nabil, who helped us in many ways and went way above and beyond what was required.”
“Loved the attention and helpful nature of the staff along with the very beautiful atmosphere. The pool was another lovely addition that was so very well maintained by the dedicated staff there as well.”
“Lovely hotel
I usually stay in the centre of Siena but this was better,
away from the crowds.
Hotel has good common areas and balconies to have a quiet glass or too.”
“All of the staff were extremely friendly and professional & service @ breakfast & up @ the terrace restaurant was exceptional as well as being relaxed”
“The hotel occupies a piece of a convent from the 14th century. The breakfast is excellent, but it has no eggs or bacon. It is not too far from the Piazza Del Campo. The view from room 18 is magnificant.”
“I LOVED this place and would stay again. Super clean, really beautiful. Awesome location. Nice staff, delicious breakfast, great views. What more can you ask for?”
“Clean, quiet, cool, great location for a visit to Siena. Easy walk to sights, great view, great history of the building and area. Wonderful restaurant just up the steps, San Domenico. I will stay here again.”
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