Siena, the city of medieval beauty that has preserved its authentic traditions enchants visitors. It is a city that exerts a lot of charm and it is a pleasure to walk through its streets, alleys and small squares. Siena is much more relaxing than chaotic Florence. I will show you the best of the city but after the visit, take your time to enjoy the atmosphere also on your own.
Basilica San Domenico
Siena "gave birth" to a curious woman, Catherine Benincasa. She became saint and the patron of Europe. Her life is very interesting and the basilica of San Domenico keeps some "surprises" connected to her,
We will visit the birthplace of St Catherine which is today the sanctuary with a lot of stories to tell and artpieces to show.
The most beautiful cathedral in Tuscany is here. It would be a shame to not visit it. We can purchase the tickets on the spot.
The cathedral host the artworks by Donatello, Michelangelo, Bernini and many others. And above all, the pavement with the allegoric messages and symboles.
If you don't want to visit the cathedral, we can visit a franciscan church, free of cost.
This particular square in a shape of shell hosts twice a year the traditional horse race in Siena, the Palio. I will illustrate you this tradition, giving you a lot of funny stories, curiosities and I will show you the different contrade or districts in Siena. They all have their symbols, flags, headquarters, museum, fountain, church... The city live its medieval tradition of Palio with true passion.
We will have a look at the Palazzo Pubblico and its courtyard. Today the medieval palazzo has the museum inside and its tower is one of the tallest in Italy. You can climb it after the visit.
I will show you some medieval palaces of important merchant families and the first bank in the world!
During the tour, you will see narrow streets, squares, the medieval hospital, the fountains, some churches, some palaces and many many other things.
Piazza del Campo
Guide fee,
Tickets, food, drinks, transportation.
I can guide you also in Siena, Pisa, San Gimignano, Lucca and in Chianti or organise the wine tastings but you have to have your car or to hire one.
The ticket for the cathedral is not included. If you decide to enter the cathedral, the ticket can be purchased on the spot. The cost is € 5 or € 8 depending on season.
In Siena we can also visit other museums Pinacoteca or Palazzo Pubblico. You can also book all day in Siena. Contact me for any detail.
The tour can be done in English, Italian, French or Polish.
Siena is placed on three hills so to walk in the centre can be difficult for peope with mobility problems.
My friends and I had a great experience with Joanna. Her knowledge of Pisa and its highlights is extensive. Five-star recommendation!
Thank you. I'm very happy you've enjoyed the tour.
Simply amazing. Joanna makes you travel in time and space with her various unkown stories of Firenze.
Thank you for your attention and interest. It was a pleasure!