Basilica Cateriniana San Domenico

The main attractions, the most important monuments, the curiosities, the legends, the places frequented by the locals, the best restaurants, the typical dishes, and the anecdotes of people who have always lived in the city. These are the elements I would like to find in a tour when I travel and that is exactly what you will find inside this digital tour! What will you need for this tour: - Smartphone - Internet connection - Some energy! You will walk about 4 km but it is feasible regardless of athletic training (so the tour must be done moving through the streets of Siena and not just by phone). You can start the tour at any time: once purchased you will receive link and password to start your experience! Everything is going to be into GetYourGuide Voucher so read all the info!  Once purchased, the tour can be used for the duration of the booked day + 2 extra days so: no rush at all! During the tour, you can freely enter the monuments (entrance fees are not included) and spend as much time as you like on the various visits! Unlike standard tours where you have to run after a guide, the beauty of this experience is that you can decide whether to relax, read historical insights, or spend more time on food or views! The experience is totally in your hands!

Discover the best views of Siena and the Tuscan hills on a panoramic tour by tuk-tuk. Stop at a local winery for a cellar visit and wine tasting. Meet your guide at the Basilica of San Domenico in Siena and hop into a tuk-tuk. Drive up and down the Tuscan hills and stop at a local winery. Take a guided tour of the winery and learn about the wine-making process. Then, sample a selection of Chianti Classico wines. Afterward, return to Siena and be dropped off at the meeting point. Our tuk tuk equipped with 4 comfortable seats, 100% green, electric and silent. The ideal means for a green, immersive and authentic tour.

Explore Siena's rich history, culture, and traditions with a local guide. The tour is designed to show you Siena's most intriguing sites in a short period, with plenty of stops for photos along the way. Start the tour with a visit to some of the city’s most significant sites including the Piazza del Campo, Palazzo Publicco, Palazzo Tolomei, Palazzo Salimbeni, and the ancient Banchi di Sopra. Upon exploring, learn which buildings hold UNESCO World Heritage-listed status and why. Continue the tour to the Basilica of San Domenico, which is home to Saint Catherine's relics. Next, stop by the Sanctuary of St. Catherine of Siena, where she once lived with her family. Pass by the Baptistery and the Siena Cathedral (or the Duomo di Siena), and head inside for a closer look (if the optional guided tour option is booked). Inside, admire the array of works of art from some of Italy’s most important artists. 

Enjoy a full-day journey from Rome, through the Chianti hills, to visit the cities of Siena and San Gimignano. Siena, a beautiful medieval city in Italy. You will visit the heart of Siena and the central square known as “Piazza del Campo”, known worldwide for the famous “Palio”, a horse race twice around the square in a medieval style every summer. Siena is famous not only for its wine but also for its sweets: the “Panpepato”, “Panforte”, “Ricciarelli”. Stop for a good Italian coffee and taste a typical sweet of Siena. Continuation to San Gimignano, a Unesco World Heritage Site, known as “The City of the Hundred Towers” and it still maintains its original features and timeless charm. Furthermore, the name ‘San Gimignano’ is linked to one of the most historical Tuscan wines:” La Vernaccia di San Gimignano”. Arriving in San Gimignano you will explore its charming medieval streets, visit the old center of this wonderful city where the famous Chianti wine is produced. Stop for a wine tasting and local products in a beautiful wine cellar: 10 different types of wine, then visit the estate and learn about the processing of the grapes. Lunch at the restaurant of the estate.

The guided tour of Siena will immerse you in the typical medieval town built by the Medici family. One of the best known buildings is the historic Palazzo Salimbeni which houses the headquarters of the Banca dei Paschi di Siena, one of the oldest in Europe. Walking through the characteristic alleys that have made the historic center a World Heritage Site, you can see spectacular views of the Piazza del Campo square. Unique of its kind for its original 9-segment shell shape, it is considered one of the most beautiful medieval squares in Europe and every two times a year the famous Palio challenge is held, the ancient competition between the Contrade (districts of the town). ). The whole square is surrounded by restaurants, cafes and souvenir shops but also important buildings including the Palazzo Comunale with the Torre del Mangia tower that rises over the whole square offering a unique panorama, the Palazzo Chigi-Condari, the Loggia della Mercanzia and in the highest part of the square the Fonte Gaia, the most beautiful of the Sienese water sources. The tour continues up the alleys where it is easy to see food and wine shops selling local delicacies such as wild boar salami, pecorino cheese, honey and wines such as Chianti, Montalcino and Montepulciano. The guided walking tour continues with a visit to the Baptistery, an imposing structure adjacent to the Cathedral that is a real jewel and ends with a visit to the Cathedral, whose majesty of black and white marble on the facade introduces us to the most important religious building in Siena.

Enjoy a full-day journey from Rome, through the Chianti hills, to visit the cities of Siena and San Gimignano. Siena is a beautiful medieval city in Italy, you will visit the heart of city and the central square, “Piazza del Campo” where the famous Palio takes place, a medieval-style horse race. Siena is famous for its wine but and for its sweets: the “Panpepato”, “Panforte”, “Ricciarelli”. take a break for a good Italian coffee and taste a typical sweet of Siena. Continuation to San Gimignano, a Unesco World Heritage Site, is known as “The City of the Hundred Towers” and it still maintains its original features and timeless charm. Furthermore, the name ‘San Gimignano’ is linked to one of the most historical Tuscan wines:” La Vernaccia di San Gimignano”. Arriving in San Gimignano you will explore its charming medieval streets, visit the old center of this wonderful city where the famous Chianti wine is produced. Stop for a tasting of wines and local products in a beautiful cellar. You will visit the estate and the cellars where wine production and grape processing takes place. the tasting includes 10 different types of wine and a lunch based on typical local products.

Commence your journey at the iconic Piazza del Campo, immersing yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Siena's renowned square. Delve into the city's history at Palazzo Pubblico, an architectural marvel serving as the seat of governance. Meander through historic streets, passing Palazzo Tolomei and Palazzo Salimbeni, both UNESCO-listed treasures. Continue to the Basilica of San Domenico, housing the relics of Saint Catherine, before a visit to the Sanctuary of St. Catherine of Siena. Admire the Baptistery and opt for a guided tour of the awe-inspiring Siena Cathedral, adorned with masterpieces of Italian artistry.

Welcome to Siena, one of the most charming and picturesque cities in Italy. Join us on a 2-hour family walking tour and explore the city’s top attractions. Begin our tour at the Basilica Cateriniana San Domenico, a magnificent church dedicated to Saint Catherine of Siena. Then we will walk down Via Banchi di Sopra, a bustling shopping street lined with elegant boutiques and landmarks. Next, we discover at Piazza del Campo, Il Campo, one of the most beautiful medieval squares in Europe, and the heart of Siena. After that, head to Piazza del Duomo and marvel at the stunning Cathedral of Siena, one of Italy’s most impressive Gothic cathedrals. We’ll also visit Piazzetta Silvio Gigli, a lovely little square with a great view of the cathedral. Our tour ends at Porta Tufi, S.da dei Tufi, one of the medieval gates of Siena, and a perfect place for taking memorable family photos.