Siena, Italy Travel Guide - What To See & Do

Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Siena, Italy.

Siena is a medieval city in the region of Tuscany, located in the north of Italy some 70 km (43 mi) south of Florence. It is probably best known for a colourful horse race, Il Palio, conducted twice each year in the summer.

Siena was a proud, wealthy, and warlike independent city-state during the Middle Ages, until its final defeat by Florence. Medieval Sienese art (painting, sculpture, architecture, etc.) is unique and of great historical importance. Some of the famous artists who lived and worked in Siena are Duccio, Simone Martini, and Ambrogio and Pietro Lorenzetti.

Finding Internet access when out and about can be problematic so carry your mobile guidebook in the palm of your hand. We include a fully linked Table of Contents and internally to access context-specific information quickly and easily when offline. Many web links are included as well for additional information.

Contents:

Welcome To Siena
Overview
Arrivals
By plane
By car
By train
By bus
Local Transportation
Sightseeing Highlights
Fun Activities
Events
Walk
Tours
Shopping Highlights
Studying
Bars, Clubs & Drinking
Dining Guide
Accommodation Guide
Camping
Budget
Mid-Range
Splurge
Local & Day Trips
Spas