The best way to do it is on foot, admiring the changes to the town over the centuries and enjoying the spectacular scenery and curious particulars. With an authorized guide you will be able to appreciate the major tourist attractions like Piazza del Campo, the true heart of the town, the Palazzo Comunale (Town Hall), the Cathedral and the majestic Basilica of San Domenico. There will also be no lack of references to the great noble families, such as the Piccolomini, Tolomei and Salimbeni, and their palazzos, to the great tradition of the Siena Palio, but also to the stories of pilgrimage and saintliness that distinguish the town. The walk continues with a visit to the Cathedral that preserves the treasures of artists like Nicola Pisano, Duccio di Buoninsegna, Donatello, Pinturicchio and Gianlorenzo Bernini besides its marvelous marble floor, which is a unique example in the history of art.
Inclusion
Pick-up on request (Optional); Guided tour of Siena on foot; Cathedral admission and guided tour.
Exclusion
Gratuity
Hours of operation
Available: Daily, departing at 11:00am.
Duration
Approximately 2 hours.
Location
Meeting Point: From Piazza Gramsci in front of “La Lizza” Café, Siena.
Participant restrictions
Children ages 0-12 years free of charge.
Location
Meeting Point: From Piazza Gramsci in front of “La Lizza” Café, Siena.
Participant restrictions
Children ages 0-12 years free of charge.
Policies
Guests are requested to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure time.
Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
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The best way to do it is on foot, admiring the changes to the town over the centuries and enjoying the spectacular scenery and curious particulars. With an authorized guide you will be able to appreciate the major tourist attractions like Piazza del Campo, the true heart of the town, the Palazzo Comunale (Town Hall), the Cathedral and the majestic Basilica of San Domenico. There will also be no lack of references to the great noble families, such as the Piccolomini, Tolomei and Salimbeni, and their palazzos, to the great tradition of the Siena Palio, but also to the stories of pilgrimage and saintliness that distinguish the town. The walk continues with a visit to the Cathedral that preserves the treasures of artists like Nicola Pisano, Duccio di Buoninsegna, Donatello, Pinturicchio and Gianlorenzo Bernini besides its marvelous marble floor, which is a unique example in the history of art.
Inclusion
Pick-up on request (Optional); Guided tour of Siena on foot; Cathedral admission and guided tour.
Exclusion
Gratuity
Hours of operation
Available: Daily, departing at 11:00am.
Duration
Approximately 2 hours.
Location Meeting Point: From Piazza Gramsci in front of “La Lizza” Café, Siena.
Participant restrictions
Children ages 0-12 years free of charge.
Location
Meeting Point: From Piazza Gramsci in front of “La Lizza” Café, Siena.
Participant restrictions Children ages 0-12 years free of charge.
Policies Guests are requested to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure time. Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
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